Staff Reports
As the year drags its feet toward the exit, reflecting on iconic moments is inevitable, and talking heads on conservative news have plenty to say. One recent highlight involved the ever-controversial Nancy Pelosi. In a conversation that sparked quite a buzz, she pointed out her thoughts on President Joe Biden’s place in history. She asked the big question: should he actually be on Mt. Rushmore, alongside American greats like Washington, Lincoln, and Roosevelt? The response was that Biden’s inclusion on such a prestigious list seemed, well, a bit out there. After all, without an overwhelming list of accomplishments—or maybe a few scandalous pardons—Biden’s chances of being immortalized in stone look about as likely as snow in July.
Around the same time, social media was ablaze with speculation about who might take the Democratic nomination in the wake of a potential Biden exit from the race. Kamala Harris’s name popped up, sparking conversations about her performance as Vice President. Some compared her unpopularity with that of Dick Cheney, which is saying something, considering the latter once accidentally shot a friend during a hunting trip. The narrative that Harris changed from a “profile in courage” to a “brat” over her tenure had many chuckling. After all, during the “Summer of Joy,” the Vice President managed to dodge questions like a champion dodgeball player, leaving the public yearning for some genuine dialogue.
Meanwhile, the media circus couldn’t help but draw comparisons between President Biden’s low-energy tactics and former President Donald Trump’s larger-than-life public persona. In a memorable moment, Trump found himself flipping burgers at McDonald’s, turning what could have been an awkward campaign gesture into a metaphor for his “man of the people” image. The juxtaposition between Biden’s cautious demeanor and Trump’s drive-through antics could not be ignored. The former President parading around with a Big Mac turned heads, reminding everyone that he remains the candidate of the everyday American, despite constant media criticism that sometimes reaches fever pitch.
The commentary did not shy away from poking fun at the orders of the day for the Democratic Party, branding them as the elitist club from coastal cities. It seems the Democrats had officially hung up their “Welcome” sign for the upper crust while conservatives claim to be the true voice of average Americans. Those on the right felt a sense of schadenfreude while witnessing Democratic figures try to spin the narrative in their favor—after all, when you’re competing against someone like Trump, anything can happen. To many observers, the recently sparked curiosity over Trump’s popularity was mere proof of his resilient charm.
In the midst of all this chatter, Christmas wishes floated around like confetti. It wasn’t just about the future of the Democratic ticket or the political stage; there were aspirations for world peace and high-tech gifts—items like shiny Apple Watches and high-flying drones found their way onto many wish lists. Yet in the end, one couldn’t help but sense a light-heartedness amidst the serious debate. The hope for a better future lingered, and who knows? Perhaps, just maybe, one day all the back-and-forth would lead to something inspiring—or at least to the perfect holiday gift for the political aficionado in your life.
