In a recent press conference by Joe Biden, the delayed start time seemed to align perfectly with the slow-motion disaster unfolding on stage. As the presser finally kicked off, one could almost sense the struggle for coherence as Biden grappled with his usual verbal tumbles and fumbles. It’s almost comical how the bar for his performances has been set so low that a slightly less disastrous appearance is hailed as a minor victory.
It’s no secret that Joe Biden’s ascent to the presidency was not fueled by a groundswell of adoration from his own party but rather a seething disdain for the orange man who came before him. The Democrats didn’t embrace Biden so much as they reluctantly resigned to tolerate him, like that distant relative who shows up uninvited to Thanksgiving every year.
Please stop making us watch Biden humiliate himself.
I really can’t take it anymore.
I feel so sick and sad and awful about all of this.
It is absolutely heartbreaking. Something is obviously wrong with him .
I truly don’t understand what his family is thinking…
— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) July 11, 2024
As calls for Biden to gracefully exit stage left grow louder from within his own party, the truth emerges that he’s never been the darling of the Democratic elite. His utility has always overshadowed any genuine affection. As he stumbles through press conferences and public appearances, it’s clear that the love lost for Biden is as fleeting as his grasp on coherent speech.
The underlying sentiment within the Democratic ranks seems to be a mix of pity and impatience, with few willing to bat for ol’ Joe as the vultures circle, waiting for their turn in the spotlight. It’s a harsh reality for a man who has spent decades in the political arena only to find himself as a mere pawn in the power games of his party.
The lack of genuine camaraderie and support becomes glaringly apparent as the curtain falls on the Biden era. The trajectory of his political career has been more about being in the right place at the right time than about inspiring unwavering loyalty and admiration. And as the whispers of retirement grow louder, it’s becoming increasingly clear that for Joe Biden, the only love he’ll indeed receive is a polite but distant farewell from a party eager to move on to the next act.