During the recent debate between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden, Trump was noted for his constant, bold, and unapologetic lies. He made false claims about the Capitol attack on January 6, 2021, as well as his involvement in the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, in 2017. Trump’s lies covered a wide range of topics, delivered with a smile, a shrug, or a sneer.
This behavior should have been the main focus of the debate, putting Trump in a vulnerable position against his opponent. However, President Biden failed to effectively capitalize on this opportunity. He appeared incapable of doing so, raising concerns about his age and mental sharpness among voters and his own aides. Despite extensive preparation leading up to the debate, Biden seemed unsteady and off from the start.
Throughout the debate, Biden’s expression appeared frozen, his voice flat, and he struggled with garbled words and corrections mid-sentence. While he had memorized key talking points, he failed to provide proper context, transitioning abruptly between topics and leaving sentences unfinished. This lack of coherence and clarity left viewers, including the author, feeling uneasy and concerned.
Although Biden showed some improvement as the debate progressed, the initial damage was done. The author acknowledges the significance of this issue, despite the reluctance of Biden’s advisers to address it directly. Ignoring or downplaying Biden’s performance will not change the reality of the situation.
Moving forward, it is essential for Biden and his team to acknowledge the concerns raised during the debate and work on improving his communication skills and clarity in future appearances. The American public deserves a leader who can effectively articulate their vision and respond to challenges with confidence and coherence. It remains to be seen how Biden will address these criticisms and whether he can regain the trust and confidence of the voters.