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Biden Delivers Address On American Jewish Heritage Month At White House

Biden Delivers Address On American Jewish Heritage Month At White House

President Joe Biden gave remarks on Monday at an event celebrating Jewish American Heritage. Despite his tendency for gaffes and mixups, this particular appearance was especially mortifying as the President slurred his words noticeably and made a flub about a hostage being present at the White House.

Biden spoke about the efforts of his administration to secure the release of hostages being held by Hamas, a Palestinian militant group. He stated that his administration has been working tirelessly to free the remaining hostages and that Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an American-Israeli citizen, was present at the White House. However, he quickly corrected himself and clarified that Goldberg-Polin is still being held by Hamas.

Last October, Hamas launched a series of attacks on Israel resulting in the deaths of over 1,200 people, including women, children, and even infants. The group also engaged in rape, torture, and kidnapping, taking approximately 240 people hostage. Despite a temporary pause in fighting in late November, many hostages, including Americans, remained in captivity.

One of the hostages, 4-year-old Abigail Idan, was released in a round of prisoner exchanges between Israel and Hamas. However, many others are still being held captive. Last month, a proof of life propaganda video was released of 23-year-old hostage Goldberg-Polin, who lost his arm in a grenade attack orchestrated by Hamas.

During a White House press briefing last Friday, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby was pressed about the status of the American hostages but had no new information to share. He stated, “We don’t have any information that leads us to believe they are no longer alive.”

President Biden’s slurred speech and confusion during his remarks were not the only concerning moments. He also referred to a “menorah” as a “medorah” and made confusing comments about Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz, whom he credited for sponsoring the event “back when she was 12-years-old.” He then trailed off without finishing his thought.

Some speculate that Biden’s poor performance was due to his cognitive decline, but others suggest it was simply a bad day for the President. Regardless, his remarks have raised concerns about his physical and mental abilities, especially when addressing delicate international issues such as the Israeli-Hamas conflict.

The Israeli-Hamas conflict is a complex and volatile issue, and it is essential for the United States to show strong support for its ally in the Middle East. However, the Biden administration has faced criticism for its lack of action and support for Israel. This perceived lack of support may send a message of weakness to our enemies, especially to Iran, which is known for supporting terrorist groups like Hamas.

The administration has also faced criticism for its response to other foreign policy crises, such as the situation in Afghanistan and the recent cyberattack on a major US gas pipeline. Some question whether the administration has a clear and effective strategy for handling these issues.

Considering the President’s speech on Monday and his recent foreign policy decisions, many are looking toward the upcoming debate with former President Donald Trump on June 27. It will undoubtedly be a highly anticipated event, and some wonder if Biden will be able to keep up with the demands of the debate, both physically and mentally.

In the end, whether Biden’s performance on Monday was due to his declining health or simply a bad day, it highlights the importance of having a competent and capable leader in times of crisis. The Israeli-Hamas conflict continues, and the fate of the remaining hostages hangs in the balance. Hopefully, the United States will provide the necessary support and effort to secure their release and bring an end to the violence.

Written by Mark Stevens - May 21, 2024