In recent times, the once-unshakable support for President Joe Biden has started to crumble. Even the most ardent of his supporters, from major media outlets like the New York Times to prominent personalities like Jon Stewart, are expressing concerns about his capabilities.
This shift comes as polls, particularly one by Quinnipiac, reveal that a staggering 64 percent of Americans believe Biden is mentally unfit for the presidency.
The Daily Show’s Jon Stewart Returns:
Jon Stewart, returning to resurrect The Daily Show, launched a scathing critique on both major candidates, emphasizing their perceived challenges in handling the responsibilities of the presidency.
Stewart took specific aim at Biden, likening him to “chocolate chip cookie guy” when faced with the metaphorical barbarians at the gate.
This unexpected criticism from a figure known for his disdain of Donald Trump underscores the growing discontent among Biden’s once-loyal supporters.
The New York Times’ Changing Tone:
Even the typically liberal-leaning New York Times is undergoing a transformation in its coverage of President Biden. Previously a steadfast supporter, the publication now features critical think pieces with headlines like “The Challenges of an Aging President.”
The editorial board emphasizes that Biden must prove he is fully capable of holding office until age 86, acknowledging the reality of his apparent cognitive decline.
A.G. Sulzberger’s Admission:
A.G. Sulzberger, the nepo-publisher of The New York Times, acknowledges Biden’s unpopularity and age, highlighting the publication’s commitment to reporting on both Trump and Biden.
Sulzberger notes that Biden is a historically unpopular incumbent and the oldest man to hold the office.
The newspaper’s critical stance on Biden is reflected in their coverage of special counsel Robert Hur’s report, which slammed Biden as an “elderly man with a poor memory.”
Ezra Klein’s Fence-Sitting Analysis:
Out rolls the Fence-sitter in Chief, Ezra Klein, tap dancing the gossamer line of semantic contradictions.
Klein explains to readers that while Biden is great at being president, he lacks the tankful of Ensure to run for president again. Klein presents a solution to the Biden predicament – step forward Kamala Harris.
Despite admitting Harris’s unpopularity, Klein insists she is underrated, capable, and “enormously magnetic and compelling” in private.
Challenges for Kamala Harris:
Klein attributes Harris’s perceived struggles to public perception, blaming a world that is “afraid of women being angry, of Black people being angry.”
However, the reality on the ground seems different, with even ardent supporters expressing discontent. This creates a complex situation where Harris, despite Klein’s optimism, must convince the American public that they have misunderstood her.
Speculations and Closing Remarks:
As discussions of a potential convention savior circulate, the reality remains that top contenders like Gavin Newsom and Michelle Obama seem unlikely candidates.
Despite tears from prominent figures like David Axelrod, Hilaria Clinton, and Bill Maher, it appears to be too little, too late to salvage Biden’s presidency.
The once-unquestionable support for Biden is unraveling, leaving a leadership void and a divided nation in its wake.
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