Stelter Comments On Biden Interviews
Let’s dive into the latest political turmoil surrounding President Joe Biden, particularly following his disastrous debate with Donald Trump last week. CNN anchor Brianna Keilar recently interviewed former CNN host and media reporter Brian Stelter to discuss what Biden might do to regain his footing.
Keilar kicked off the conversation by asking if a sit-down interview could help Biden recover from his debate performance. Stelter, drawing from his recent conversations with White House correspondents and network executives, was skeptical. He described an interview as merely a “Band-Aid on a bullet wound,” suggesting that Biden’s political situation is far more dire.
Stelter elaborated, “An interview at this point would just be a Band-Aid on a giant, gaping bullet hole. This body, President Biden, is bleeding out, and a single interview is not going to change that.” He pointed out that the news over the past few hours had only worsened for Biden.
Instead of just an interview, Stelter suggested more substantial actions like another debate, a series of press conferences, or town halls. These could offer a more genuine engagement with the public and potentially help address the crisis.
Keilar then questioned if Biden should engage in events that mirror the debate’s format, noting the difference between a debate and the controlled setting of a North Carolina event Biden attended post-debate. Stelter responded by raising a crucial point: whether Biden is even capable of performing well in such settings. He noted, “If he could do that, he would do that by now.”
Stelter also highlighted a growing concern within the Democratic Party. Despite Biden’s fundraising activities and family time at Camp David, he has not taken significant action to address the crisis caused by his debate performance.
Stelter noted that a president typically acts decisively in a crisis, and Biden’s inaction is troubling. He mentioned reports suggesting Biden is most effective between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., hinting at limitations in his capacity to hold a primetime news conference.
The most revealing part of the interview was Stelter’s comment on the private conversations happening among Democrats. He stated, “I think, Brianna, what’s so interesting now is what people are saying in private is more honest than what they’re saying in public.” According to Stelter, Democrats are beginning to openly acknowledge Biden’s deteriorating condition, comparing his current state to being “wrapped up in bubble wrap” for years.
This candid admission from within Biden’s own party signals a deepening crisis. As Democrats grapple with the reality of Biden’s capabilities, the pressure mounts for the president to take more decisive action to reassure both his supporters and the general public.