Jill Biden’s recent reflections on her husband Joe’s withdrawal from the presidential race reveal a shocking lack of self-awareness. In her latest media appearance, the First Lady insisted that the decision for Joe to step aside was the right one, despite the fact that his performance in debates has been nothing short of a train wreck. It seems the Biden camp has decided that stepping away from political life might be easier when you’re already riding the coattails of party insiders rather than facing the voters directly.
The First Lady excitedly remarked how wonderful the last four years have been for her and Joe, almost implying that they were somehow a dream team. Of course, when considering the steady stream of policy failures and public gaffes that marked Biden’s time in office, one has to wonder if “great” is just a euphemism for “greatly mismanaged.” It’s rich to hear Jill speak of new beginnings when most Americans would probably prefer an outright replacement of their current Commander in Chief.
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Delving deeper into her creative spin, Jill Biden’s use of “we” raises eyebrows. The First Lady has played her part as a supportive spouse, but since when does supporting a failing legacy make one an authoritative voice in politics? Her membership in the “we’re doing fantastically” club seems more about managing the optics than an acknowledgment of reality. Perhaps she thinks that by tagging along with “we,” the Biden legacy can somehow be salvaged, but there is little evidence that voters feel the same way.
In a cringe-worthy attempt at reassurance, Jill had doggedly defended Joe’s debate performance, arguing that he had done a great job even as the viewers turned their TVs off in disappointment. It’s hard not to consider that while she might glow with pride standing by her husband, many Americans had to return their dinner plates to the fridge after witnessing a debate spectacle that resembled a slow-motion train wreck. It would have been refreshing to see her acknowledge the flaws instead of insisting on their greatness.
Then there is Jill’s vow to continue the fight for the “best for the country.” This steadfast declaration begs the question: which country is she fighting for? The one where inflation has skyrocketed and borders are wide open? Or maybe it’s the America where the curriculum in schools is focused more on divisive politics than on education? The allure of political power, it seems, is strong enough to blind even the most well-meaning individuals when they cling to a mythical sense of duty about what is best for the nation. If the Bidens truly want what’s best, taking a trip to the old folk’s home might be a good first step.