‘Worst farewell speech in presidential history’ Biden’s Oval Office farewell seen as ‘dark’

Reactions came from social media as President Joe Biden delivered his farewell speech at the end of a political career spanning more than half a century.

“Joe Biden’s final farewell speech is rich in discussing democracy, a free press, institutions and the abuse of power,” said GOP Congresswoman Nancy Massey. Posted on X.

“What a shameful and tragic ending,” said Fox News host Greg Gutfeld. Posted on X.

“Joe Biden can’t even read,” said conservative commentator and radio host Clay Travis. Posted on X. “Trying to run it in 2024 would be the most reckless and unconscionable presidential decision of any of our lifetimes.”

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“My thoughts on President Joe Biden’s farewell speech: It was painful and divisive,” said Gabriela Hoffman, director of the Center for Energy and Conservation at the Independent Women’s Forum. Posted on X.

“I’m relieved his four-year term is coming to an end. Mr. Biden has failed to bring Americans together and pushed terrible “total government” policies that have weakened us on many fronts: energy, national security, economics/small business, foreign affairs, and general liberties, which are now the most unpopular in history. The president of the US does not look kindly on it.

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GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin said: “Joe Biden is putting clean air ahead of his top priorities like border security, spending cuts and a strong peace. Posted on X. “They never learn.”

“I was shocked,” said Dan Turrentine, a former Democratic consultant. Posted on X. “I’m no historian, but can’t I remember a darker presidential farewell speech? It’s more about crying for the DNC than highlighting the positives for the country. That’s sad.”

“Biden will end his presidency using the rhetoric of a third world communist dictatorship at home,” said Red State Secretary Bonchi. Posted on X. “This may be the worst farewell speech in presidential history.”

Democrats, however, generally took a different stance.

“Four years ago, in the midst of a pandemic, we need a leader with the character to put politics aside and do what’s right,” former President Barack Obama said. Posted on X.

“That’s what Joe Biden did. At a time when our economy was in decline, he led the strongest recovery in the world with 17 million new jobs, historic wage increases and lower health care costs. Thanks to Joe for his leadership, friendship and leadership in addressing the challenges of infrastructure and climate change. I am grateful for his service to this beloved country.

Liberal commentator Harry Sisson Posted on X“President Biden just gave his best presidential speech.”

“His farewell speech was incredibly moving. I will always be grateful to President Biden and his talented administration. Thank you to everyone who served and gave us four amazing years for America.”

Biden’s speech comes ahead of President-elect Trump’s inauguration on Monday, four days into his presidency.

“My fellow Americans, I’m speaking to you tonight from the Oval Office. Before I begin, let me tell you about the important news that came out earlier today. After more than eight months of negotiations, my administration – under my administration – a cease-fire and hostage agreement has been reached by Israel and Hamas. Things that I detailed in May of this year,” Biden said. In his opening speech, he stated that a ceasefire agreement had recently been reached in Israel. .

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“This plan was drafted and negotiated by my team and will be implemented mostly by the incoming administration. That’s why I told my team to make the incoming administration fully aware of it, because it has to be by working together as Americans,” he continued. .

Biden’s speech focused on the “very powerful idea” of the American dream and that “we are all created equal.”

“The idea of ​​America was so big, we felt the whole world needed to see it. The Statue of Liberty from France after the Civil War. Just like the idea of ​​America. It was built not by one man, but by many. People from all backgrounds and from all over the world, just like America, a human slave with broken legs. She is not moving forward.

“A nation of pioneers and explorers, dreamers and doers, native fathers of this land, ancestors who came by force. A nation of immigrants to build a better life, a nation that carries a torch. The most powerful idea has ever come to this day. Defending and defining the world’s history of democracy where we are all created equal.” And it should be pressed, it should be moved. Our rights, our freedom, our dreams.