Joe's "legacy" will not depend on, or be diminished by, his doing what any good dad would do - bail his son out. The Bidens All have given their lives in service to the country - except for the black sheep who, like the Prodigal Son, has returned to his father's house. The Constitution gives him the power; he used it.
Both political parties are making hay of Lame Duck Joe, highlighting his faltering "legacy." The Democrats, if any one, should be highlighting all the good he's done - the economic bounty that will result from his initiatives, and be building credibility in Middle America for the future. But, being afraid of change (and reality), that's way too strategic and forward-looking for the party, so they will pile on Joe while the benefits of his administration are gifted to The Next Guy, who will claim credit for the economic revitalization that will happen thanks to The Last Guy. The Media Pundits understand optics, but not strategy.
I've favored the Democrats since I was old enough to vote, but the party is making it hard to like them anymore. The party has been resting on a half-century's laurels while Real America passed them by.
Maybe it really IS time for a new political movement.
When President Biden took office in 2020, he spoke these noble words: “This is the time to heal in America”. The nation agreed with the 46th president and wished him success. As for his son Hunter, many people thought that the bulk of the federal charges against him should never have been brought in the first place. Ditto for Trump.
In one fell swoop, President Biden could have pardoned both Hunter Biden and Donald Trump. In doing so, he would have cemented his legacy as a great healer in
President Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter, demonstrates careful consideration and resolve. This decision is justifiable for several key reasons:
1. The charges against Hunter Biden appear politically motivated, serving as a broader attack on President Biden and his administration.
2. The President’s actions prevent his son from facing severe consequences, such as incarceration, for a firearm possession charge, which has since been addressed. Additionally, the IRS-related financial obligations of $1 million have been paid.
3. Trump has been pardoned of ALL 34 felony charges, and all court hearings and sentencing have been dismissed! Trump intends to PARDON HUNDREDS OF JAN 6TH CRIMINALS. Trump's ability to sidestep HIS OWN sentencing and political repercussions sets a precedent that underscores President Biden’s fairness in ensuring his son receives equitable treatment under less serious circumstances.
This action aligns with the principles of fairness and highlights the President's willingness to act decisively in matters that touch both personal and broader political contexts.
Could be he is giving the finger to Trump! So what! In my opinion it is his lying about doing the pardon for months...and everyone agreeing he wouldn't do it. Going all the way back to 2014?? I think he is not finished, and ALL the Bidens will be pardoned. His legacy keeps getting weaker! He has been far from the "HEALER" in chief he said he would be. SAD. Glad he is gone!
Joe's "legacy" will not depend on, or be diminished by, his doing what any good dad would do - bail his son out. The Bidens All have given their lives in service to the country - except for the black sheep who, like the Prodigal Son, has returned to his father's house. The Constitution gives him the power; he used it.
Both political parties are making hay of Lame Duck Joe, highlighting his faltering "legacy." The Democrats, if any one, should be highlighting all the good he's done - the economic bounty that will result from his initiatives, and be building credibility in Middle America for the future. But, being afraid of change (and reality), that's way too strategic and forward-looking for the party, so they will pile on Joe while the benefits of his administration are gifted to The Next Guy, who will claim credit for the economic revitalization that will happen thanks to The Last Guy. The Media Pundits understand optics, but not strategy.
I've favored the Democrats since I was old enough to vote, but the party is making it hard to like them anymore. The party has been resting on a half-century's laurels while Real America passed them by.
Maybe it really IS time for a new political movement.
When President Biden took office in 2020, he spoke these noble words: “This is the time to heal in America”. The nation agreed with the 46th president and wished him success. As for his son Hunter, many people thought that the bulk of the federal charges against him should never have been brought in the first place. Ditto for Trump.
In one fell swoop, President Biden could have pardoned both Hunter Biden and Donald Trump. In doing so, he would have cemented his legacy as a great healer in
America. What a missed opportunity!
President Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter, demonstrates careful consideration and resolve. This decision is justifiable for several key reasons:
1. The charges against Hunter Biden appear politically motivated, serving as a broader attack on President Biden and his administration.
2. The President’s actions prevent his son from facing severe consequences, such as incarceration, for a firearm possession charge, which has since been addressed. Additionally, the IRS-related financial obligations of $1 million have been paid.
3. Trump has been pardoned of ALL 34 felony charges, and all court hearings and sentencing have been dismissed! Trump intends to PARDON HUNDREDS OF JAN 6TH CRIMINALS. Trump's ability to sidestep HIS OWN sentencing and political repercussions sets a precedent that underscores President Biden’s fairness in ensuring his son receives equitable treatment under less serious circumstances.
This action aligns with the principles of fairness and highlights the President's willingness to act decisively in matters that touch both personal and broader political contexts.
Good going Joe!!
I agree. And so what. To all those Dems who sat on their hands and to the Republicans who are so self-righteous, yes - here's to you.
On another note, at least President Biden did something for his son - Trump's pardons were scrapped at the bottom of the barrel.
Could be he is giving the finger to Trump! So what! In my opinion it is his lying about doing the pardon for months...and everyone agreeing he wouldn't do it. Going all the way back to 2014?? I think he is not finished, and ALL the Bidens will be pardoned. His legacy keeps getting weaker! He has been far from the "HEALER" in chief he said he would be. SAD. Glad he is gone!