Vision Versus Division

07/02/23 23:07
BidenSOTUFebruary 8, 2023 (Vol. 17 No. 10) - If you watched President Joe Biden deliver his second State of the Union Address last night with an open mind, then you should have seen a clear picture of why the interests of this nation are best served when the Democrats are in charge. Biden laid out an amazing record of accomplishments and a vision for America's future. It is undeniable: Biden's legislative record during the first two years of his term is the most successful we have seen in more than 50 years. Last night, he spoke to our nation's most basic values: equality, fairness, compassion and strength. And what did Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders have to offer in her Republican response? Nothing, really. She repeated the litany of half-truths and distortions she became famous for as Donald Trump's press secretary. She took a cheap shot at Biden's age without acknowledging that it was her former boss that wrecked the economy and was responsible for hundreds of thousands of COVID deaths. Not only that, but many of the Republicans in Congress behaved badly - frankly, childishly - during the speech. It was hilarious watching House Speaker Kevin McCarthy squirm in his seat behind the President, not knowing whether to applaud what should have been easy applause lines about basic civil rights, economic justice and the defense of democracy. He wouldn't even acknowledge that the January 6th Insurrection was a bad thing. Having made so many back room deals with the most radical elements of his party, McCarthy couldn't afford to let a wayward smile and misplaced applause cost him any of his razor-thin support. Truth be told, Joe Biden is not a very good public speaker. However, at least when he was speaking, we had every reason to believe the truth was being told - something no one ever felt was the case with his predecessor. While they may be somewhat transitory, the initial flash polls suggest that it was a good night for the President. More important, it was a good night for America. That's it for now. Fear the Turtle. (Photo courtesy CNN)