President Joe Biden made a visit to the Allentown area on Friday to talk about the state of the American economy.
The 81-year-old president met with employees at a coffee shop, where he introduced himself by saying, “My name’s Joe Biden. I work for the government in the Senate.” This comment is likely to fuel concerns about his mental fitness, as Biden represented Delaware in the Senate for 36 years before becoming President Barack Obama’s vice president.
Despite his team’s efforts to counter claims about his age and competence, recent polls have shown that a majority of Americans believe Biden is too old to serve a second term.
The White House announced on Tuesday that Biden’s visit to the Keystone State would focus on his “Bidenomics” and “Investing in America” agendas. This comes in the wake of his visit to Montgomery County last week, during which he discussed the fight for democracy one day before the third anniversary of the Jan. 6 Capitol Insurrection in Washington D.C. With the 2024 election on the horizon, Biden wasted no time in attacking his expected rival, former President Donald Trump.
In his speech last week, Biden questioned whether democracy is still “America’s sacred cause” and declared that the upcoming election will be a test of this. He compared his campaign to Trump’s, stating that while Trump’s focus is on himself and the past, his is on America’s future. He also accused Trump of being willing to sacrifice democracy for his own power. Biden’s campaign, on the other hand, is centered on the American people and moving the country forward.
Pennsylvania played a pivotal role in Biden’s win in the 2020 election, and it remains to be seen if he will be able to secure the state’s votes once again in the 2024 election. Many political analysts are keeping a close eye on this, and it is one of the top political stories to watch this year, as reported by CBS Philadelphia. Pennsylvania’s 20 electoral votes were crucial in securing Biden’s victory, and without them, he may not have won the presidency.
During his visit to Allentown, Biden discussed his plans for reviving the American economy, which has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasized the importance of investing in American businesses and workers to create job opportunities and promote economic growth. Biden’s “Bidenomics” agenda focuses on rebuilding the middle class and tackling income inequality. According to the White House, Biden’s visit was also meant to promote his infrastructure plan and push for bipartisan support in Congress.
In addition to his economic plans, Biden also addressed the ongoing efforts to combat COVID-19. He urged Pennsylvanians to continue to get vaccinated and follow public health guidelines to help bring an end to the pandemic. He also highlighted the importance of providing relief to those who have been financially impacted by the pandemic and emphasized the need for Congress to pass his Build Back Better agenda, which includes provisions to aid struggling families and small businesses.
As Biden’s presidency continues, there will likely be more visits to key states like Pennsylvania as he works to push his agenda and gain support from the American people. With his approval ratings in decline and concerns about his age and competence, it is clear that he will face many challenges in the coming years. However, his message of unity and rebuilding America may resonate with voters, and it remains to be seen how things will play out in the 2024 election.