Biden Gives Remarks At Cancer Event
Let’s talk about the ongoing concerns surrounding President Joe Biden’s performance in office, which have sparked quite a bit of debate. There’s no denying that President Biden has had some moments that have raised eyebrows, especially when it comes to his public speaking and interactions with the media. These moments have led to questions about his fitness for the highest office in the land, and what it means for the country, particularly in the eyes of our global adversaries.
First, let’s address the elephant in the room: Biden’s occasional slips and moments of confusion. Just recently, during an event related to his Cancer Moonshot initiative, Biden seemed to struggle with recalling the name of former President Barack Obama. This initiative is something Biden began during his time as vice president under Obama, yet he stumbled, referring vaguely to the “administration of President…at the time.” Moments like these fuel the narrative that Biden’s cognitive abilities are waning, a concern that many Americans share.
While touting his cancer ‘moonshot’ initiative, President Biden appears to blank on former President Obama’s name.
“I started this back in the administration with President [PAUSES] at the time…” pic.twitter.com/vWVO9kjqQb
— Mari (@mariselapenny) August 13, 2024
Biden also repeated a story that’s been fact-checked numerous times—claiming he traveled “17,000 miles” with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. He delivered this statement in a soft, almost lethargic manner, eyes half-closed, making it seem as though he lacked the energy or conviction behind his words. This is particularly worrisome given the high stakes of U.S.-China relations. When the leader of the free world appears tired and uncertain, it doesn’t exactly inspire confidence, either at home or abroad.
Adding to the drama, Biden made a puzzling remark about his administration’s goal to cut cancer deaths in half by 2020—an obvious gaffe, as that date is long past. These moments of confusion and inaccuracy aren’t just embarrassing; they raise serious concerns about his ability to lead effectively, especially in situations of national or global crisis.
Biden (sundowning) repeats the fake story about Xi Jinping and the Tibetan plateau, then starts randomly screaming.
He is truly unwell — and Kamala covered it up. pic.twitter.com/z8HIEEOxOF
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) August 13, 2024
Then there’s the issue of how these stumbles affect America’s standing on the world stage. Adversaries like Russia and China are likely watching closely, and any sign of weakness at the top could embolden them. In international politics, perception is often as important as reality, and if Biden is perceived as weak or out of touch, it could invite challenges to U.S. influence and security.
On top of all this, we have Vice President Kamala Harris, who was selected as Biden’s running mate but has faced her own criticisms for being somewhat absent or ineffective in her role. Despite the expectations placed on her, she has kept a lower profile than many anticipated, leading some to question her readiness to step up should the need arise.
Biden says his goal is to “cut American cancer deaths in half by 2020” pic.twitter.com/olxMM4bHkm
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) August 13, 2024
While Biden has been more visible and open with the press than Harris, his performances haven’t always instilled confidence.