Biden Biographer: “I Don’t Think the President Is at Peace With His Decision” | Amanpour and Company
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- Evan Osnos describes Joe Biden’s decision to leave the Oval Office as "an act of selflessness." The New Yorker writer joins the show to discuss the President’s address to the nation, his legacy, and the dynamics of the race with just over 100 days to go until election day.
Originally aired on July 26, 2024
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remember though, that many Americans adore Biden. I hope there is a jubilant moment at the convention that expresses our deep appreciation for his rescue of us at just the time we needed him.
Hahaha that's hilarious
Rescue? Almost took us down. Was finally forced out re running. Still there!
Any person who has made his life about overcoming obstacles and naysayers to end up as President is of course not going to be "at peace" with a decision like this. This is leadership.
Thank you.
🥹💯🎯💙✌🏻
It isn't. The money stopped flowing in. If the money kept coming, then he would have persisted.
Yes it is an act of leadership. He didn’t have to step aside. One tenet of great leadership is accountability. Another tenet of great leadership is inspiration. You hold those you lead accountable while also inspiring them. He just did the latter in a huge way.
@@SirBlackReeds no question about that.
He did something trump could never do
That is not saying much. Most people do that every day.
@@artstrology😂😂😂. Do what?
Why does it not surprise me either of you can't identity integrity.
I thought Biden did very well in March in his State of the Union speech. The contrast with his debate performance was shocking. I am glad he did the right thing, and I think the late timing might ironically work to the benefit of Harris’ campaign.
Are you OK? You didn't notice he was demented 4 years ago? Wow
Stop 🛑
I am so tired of this being discussed ad nauseum. Debates are not in the job description of a President. And very little mention of the packed schedule he had just before this event when he was coming down with a cold.
Admit it, you got scared.
But there is no way Americans will vote for a convict, a traitor, an insurrectionist, a rapist of little children (yes, turns out little boys, too).
To be browbeaten day after day by media, by his closest friends. He felt betrayed.
I will never forgive those people.
He is such a patriot. A selfless man. A good mentor to his successor, Kamala.
This interview confirmed why I hate the media.
@@MP-qc8jf
How about YOU?!
Donald has been slurring words, mispronouncing words, forgetting words for years and it's extremely bad now. Haven't you listened to him?!
America will not allow a traitor anywhere near the sacred halls of Government. I'd be surprised if he lasts as long as November 5. The man is unfit.
Joe Biden doesn't have dementia, but Donald does.
@@MP-qc8jf You don't know what you are talking about. Biden shows normal aging. Trump is showing signs of dementia. His father had it. Plus Donny can add on malignant narcissist, sociopath, psychopath and compulsive liar. He is also a traitor and utterly corrupt. Why are you so ignorant? Never mind. You wouldn't know.
He also did very well in campaign speeches right after the debate, and in his NATO news conference.
I agree about the timing.
I love President Biden and I believe that he has done a much better job than anyone gives him credit for. However, based on the response by the American people-- hundreds of millions of dollars raised and hundreds of thousands of volunteers signed up, passing the torch was the best decision for the future of America.
Yup, we just deal with the next flawed candidate.
I can't imagine 1 president that didn't age in dog-yrs. while serving in the White House after 4 yrs.
Donald Trump really didn’t.. because his staff did all the work while he golfed through his entire presidency.
@@Helmuesi911his booty sure did he got thicccccccc
Trump didn't age in dog years...we did. The whole country and most of the world is still in meltdown.
I'm an American living in Austria right now and believe me that much of Europe is preparing in case trump is reelected and Putin emboldened. They're making contingency plans in case Americans fail them.
@@Helmuesi911 Well said. Exactly right. Remember how little he traveled?
I'm not at peace with his decision either but I think it's best for his well being.
That ship set sailed. What's best for his well-being is to have never ran in the 2019 primary. He screwed that pooch harder than a dog-diddler.
@@SirBlackReeds'diddling', you're projecting again. why are maga so weird?
It's not about him, it's about the good of the country.
Thank you. I agree. NONE OF US know what's in someone else's heart....and wrestling with and weighing decisions in our lives can only be known by ourselves and our God.
of humanity...
Yep, this mr.Osnos is a gaslighting moron, mr. Biden has a functionning brain and just sometimes has trouble to express
himself due to his stutter. Mr.Trump has fantasies that are elevated to reality (most people call them lies) and that is a
property of alzheimer (my mother had alzheimer, I took care of her for 7 years, I know where it starts and ends).
That's a lie. This is all about two things: whatever political career he has left and money. Someone convinced him that he would never beat Trump, the money stopped flowing in, and someone probably threatened Hunter.
Yes
He will be at peace when he gets a hero's welcome at the DNC.
Translation: he'll be as giddy as a schoolgirl when a plethora of bootlickers pretend that they love him more than their own grandfathers.
It's not about selflessness it's about political expediency. His vast experience would still be an asset to have in the white house as a senior adviser.
This.
There ya go, power does not have to have control.
Listen to jeffrey Sachs re ukraine and gaza. History will tell.
@@gerriperreault6905 I like Sachs, and he is a truth teller, but always keep in mind he is catholic.
Can’t it be both?
I am sure he isn't but he is leaving with a great legacy.
“Thank you President Biden for your support of my GNCD in Gaza through an inexhaustible supply of weapons”. Your Friend, War Criminal with Portfolio, Benjamin Netanyahu
It is an ok, legacy, not great. Check his previous votes in the senate.
@@artstrologynot to mention the non-stop arming and funding of a genocide by Netanyahu, a far right maniac. Not a good look re legacy.
Is that a joke? He's living proof of why the Silent Generation produced one president.
We love you Joe💙. You rock!
Biggest trust buster since Teddy Roosevelt and most pro union president since FDR.
Biden's speech this week was his greatest, in my opinion. It was a touching and bittersweet goodbye.
Knowing when to step aside is a very hard thing. I can see how it was very hard for him, as I watch the challenges my parent's face (they are the same age) dealing with medical issues and aging.
Joe Biden showed some of America’s greatness by his selfless act. Bravo Joe! 💪
THANK YOU, PRESIDENT BIDEN! 💙🇺🇸 LET’S GO HARRIS! WE ARE NOT GOING BACK! 💃🏽🥥💪🏻🗳️💙⚖️🇺🇸
Leave Biden alone. He is the GOAT
The title of the best US president still goes to Eleanor Roosevelt.
Good one !
Love and great respect for the most selfless, humble and honorable man! Thank you President Joe Biden 💙💙💙
President Biden is a warrior and he fell on his sword. He will be remembered for being a great president.
No "falling on a sword" as that is deliberate suicide. He is simply moving to an honorable retirement in his eighties. He is passing the baton to the next generation, at the same time undercutting Trump and lookalike Vance.
Amanpour and Co my favorite reporting.. I wish they put out more! But this quality must take time. This interview very high quality both people.
Biden still has a lot of fight left in him. He needs more sleep. If he has a regret it's that he should've slept more before the debate. So if he's 'not at peace,' with his decision, that's because he feels he can still govern, still kick Trump's ass in the election. But he's clearly highly intelligent and open to advice from others.
He did what he thought would be best for the country. I think when he gets out on the stump for Kamala Harris, or launches a few new initiatives he's going to look up in a way that says, "See, I've still got it." And if you ask him he'll say, "Yes, I accept it just wasn't worth the risk." Then he'll add, "I am so proud of how Kamala has risen to the challenge. She's going to be an amazing president."
We had a debate between two candidates, one old and tired that night, the other a convicted criminal, liar, rapist, only out for himself. Was there a way for Joe Biden to change what happened? He was probably planing on winning the next one, instead what he did won the first debate in retrospect. He did the right thing. Trump is incapable of doing anything selfless. So who would be the better president a tired man with intelligence and integrity or a jumpy criminal who's never read a book?
I also wonder what Trump had on his schedule that day, week, or month. Probably he was getting all the rest and relaxation he needed for his big night of spouting lies.
Biden has been a great president and would have had a great next term. But the one thing he is most incapable of doing at this stage of his life is a debate. To be able to speak unscripted now, he needs to be able to go very slowly and take his time, and not be under intense pressure. He struggles too much now with the physical act of speaking.
I think he was sick and exhausted, and that his preparation was wrong - far too many facts and figures that he tried to get through rapidly. He really needed to just make a few general statements that connected with the American people, which he could have delivered slowly as an elder statesman. He needed to call out Trump's outrageous lies more (the moderators did no fact checking at all), and if the rules had allowed for having pen and paper to make notes, that would have helped him so much.
Anyway, it's all in the past now. Let's home Kamala can get this done. And I hope Joe gets a hero's welcome at the convention.
Just about the most insightful commentary I’ve seen.
I like to think this was a well calculated event that heightened the impact of Kamala's campaign. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. I was heart broken when he dropped out, but now, I'm ecstatic that she is the candidate. Now, keep her from being asassinated, please.
These two men are still young. Once you're approaching 70, you begin contemplating your own mortality and it's a hard pill to swallow. My body has aged a hell of a lot more than my mind, which adds to how tough this is.
If Biden isn't at peace with his decision, he's brave enough to admit it. You should never put words into someone else's mouth without losing all respect.
See his speeches. He would not have quit on his own. Zero recognition of his limits. Same with wife and others. Taught college deception course. Preached Self deception rules the world.
Walter is the GOAT. Amazing interview. I desperately hope our country has leaders in our future that put the country first.
He said leaving the baton to a younger generation and to me that was a comple explanation.
Folks forget, Reagan had alzheimers in his second term. He was forgetful during press conferences.
He was ridiculed into it by a big bully. He still has his wits about him.
Take a good look at the other guy; his age and what he says.
The media bullied him
The only thing that President Biden "lacks" is 34 felony convictions.
Evan is one of the best.
"Old age is the most unexpected of all things that happen to a man."
--Leon Trotsky
Medical and physical conditions aren’t static-and he has COViD
The whole thing was handled horribly
Exactly
@@splashesin8 I don't agree. Coming to grips with aging once it affects both mind and body is very hard for anyone, as well as those around him or her, especially someone who has achieved so much. I hope he will continue to be consulted on foreign policy especially. But I'm afraid he did need to be nudged. No one gives up driving gladly. But he is already seeing how important his decision was and is going to be. The only "horrible" aspect was all the ugliness from the Trump camp. But that was no surprise. And will work in the Dems' favor on election day.
@@lorrainealexander9242Foreign policy???Are you unaware of his disastrous mid east policy? Cruel and inhumane.
His physical limitations were very evident several years ago. And, the election isn't about the now. But, the next 4 years. My guess is he's still relatively sharp now with a much lighter schedule though.
Harris has campaigned more in 4 days that Biden did in months.
I don't think you've been paying attention to much, except the narrative pushed by the media.
@@sherrybirchall8677 I have been paying attention and biting my tongue. I love Biden. He's been an excellent legislator and world leader.
But, the guy couldn't even stay up late and have dinner with world leaders on a trip. POTUS is the hardest job in the world. Biden was always intended to be a one term POTUS.
Reminds of Bartlett from the West Wing and his last term of his presidency.
@@HKim0072 I have no doubt that, due to being human, and having an unreasonable schedule, for ANYBODY, he might have needed to go to bed early and get 5 or 6 hours of catch-up sleep one night. And I'm sure the media pounced on that, and told you all about it. Maybe robot presidents in the future.
Great interview, thanks to the both of you!
I don't think this was heroic. He's been hiding his frailty from 330M people, orchestrating his activities around his infirmities. It took him too long & he fought tooth & nail putting his desire for power over the good of the country. They LIE in DC- they always do lie & hide any officials health issues. He's a politician- they say what benefits them. I like the guy and he's accomplished a lot w his team but it was time to let go- he exposed his weakness shockingly at the debate. The clips were horrifying. And denial in spite of what we witnessed w our eyes & ears. I would have voted for him but Id vote for a monkey before voting for almost any republican.
Acceptance and denial goes hand by hand.
It was not an easy decision for him.
Very few humans can handle the self willing release of power. It is an intoxicant. It seeps into the mind such that no alternative can be viewed.
Beg to differ on "hard to hate" There are many Palestinians who are not fond of Joe.
President Biden's legacy is secure even if all he did was defeat TFG when the country needed it most, then passed more beneficial legislation since LBJ, and finally, passed the baton of leadership to the next generation. That was legacy enough, but he has done so much more during his long political career. We salute you, president Biden!
He will be remembered as a war criminal.
@@nancyp7019no, that's the Israeli Prez.
Biden remains in office for another 6 months. That is a long time in politics and much can happen. He has made a statesman like decision. I wish him a long, healthy and happy retirement in his eighties.
Let’s be honest, he was dragged out by his fingernails and didn’t want to go. His legacy is somewhat tainted by that. Still he did the right thing in the end.
It's not his legacy that's been tainted.
The rest of the world is. Anyway acceptance is an important personality trait since so much is beyond our control. We all just have to suck it up and get over it sometimes. He should be happy to have achieved what he did. As the polls show it was time to go and Biden's peace of mind is not worth another trump term. He wouldn't have won and that's near certain. Time to move on.
Why is there such a stigma against being a one term president? If he had made the decision a year or two ago I would have respected him even more, but this was unequivocally a wise choice.
You wanted him out......now he is so let's move on and see how events will unfold
Great interview!
Stop 🛑
What a sensitive insightful interview. I love Joe Biden as President, wanted him to stay in, and I too thought his heart wasn't in leaving when I heard that speech. That he still felt he could have defeated Trump. I think he would have. I'm sorry he is more frail, but he has also been through so much -- think of what the Hunter trial must have been like for him -- and certainly traveling and working at a pace Trump NEVER did. Remember how little Trump traveled? He is such a nice man. And I just hope he finds some relief in not running. We demand so much of our politicians. It's not really humane.
Says it all. “ I don’t THINK “
You all need to take trumps diminished capacity seriously also....hypocrites
I think Biden was dumped on way too much during his time as President. He worked behind the scenes accomplishing more than most Presidents of our lifetime. He was not a good communicator. That wasnt one of his strong points. He is however, compassionate, empathetic, hardworking, and knows the government like to back of his hand. Sure he's somber about this moment! Its his livelihood for gods sake! If it weren't for all the negativity coming from his own party and the rest of the country, he knows he could of gotten the job done. In this country, the older folks dont stand a chance. We dont respect they're value and expertise like they deserve. I will miss Joe. I am 100% behind Harris!! It has always come down to the fact that it is up to the American people to stop this abomination that is trump. People need to use they're right to vote. No excuses. Just do it!!!
@@Deraiil I agree with your point that Biden did not get the respect he deserved. I thought the right was particularly offensive with their F Biden bs. Biden has always been a good man, and he was a very productive and effective president.
... but you have to be able to communicate clearly.
@@oldbeatpete Yes, that's one of the main reasons he had to step aside.
@@oldbeatpete I have learned, in the life, that communication is one of the most important skills we can possess.
Of course, he was pushed out against his will.
Great talk!
Very interesting
Hard! Such an eventful accomplished President. Forced out bc he couldn’t sell himself to the country.
I wonder if Mr Evan knew his tie matched his eyes??
"All the world is a Stage"
A great interview and analysis. It's so permeating into both Biden's political and human psyches. Isaacson asks excellent questions. I was particularly impressed by the last question -- will Pres. Biden have a role at the DNC next month? This Isaacson/Osnos exchange is very insightful -- and required listening, IMO.
'Admitting" his foibles wouldn't work in his favor, nor ours, nor Nat'l security for the next 4mos. 'til Nov. + 2 more 'til Jan. '25
Agism ! Age discrimination . What else do you want to call it. Judging by appearance and insignicant details that have nothing to do with his performance in power except that the opposition will exploit it if it isn't addressed.
yes, he is 'the face' of becoming older and our youthful culture hates that.
Biden didn’t want to appear as dictating his predecessor. It is up to the people. His endorsement did what needed to be done. He didn’t want to tip the scale but also support Harris honestly.
I'd LOVE to KNOW AT WHAT POINT do we give TRUMP voters, OUR FELLOW AMERICANS, the RESPECT and AGENCY THEY deserve as FELLOW HUMANS, as FELLOW AMERICANS as we'd do IN EVERY OTHER aspect of SOCIETY, of our FAMILY'S, of our JOBS, of OUR FRIENDSHIPS, of our teachers, of our MCDONALD'S WORKERS, OF OUR DOCTORS where as having AGENCY, they're HELD TO ACCOUNT for their actions! When? If a friend of mine TELLS ME, REPEATEDLY they're going to BREAK THE LAW, THEY'RE GOING TO SUBVERT, IGNORE, TERMINATE, ERODE INTENTIONALLY the LAW and/ or the 🇺🇸 📜 in ANY WAY and I support them in said efforts am I NOT AN ACCOMPLICE? AM I NOT HELD RESPONSIBLE? AM I NOT LABELED BY WHOEVER KNOWS, WHAT I AM ACCORDING TO MY BEHAVIOR AS AN ADULT WITH AGENCY AKA FREE WILL?!?!
OR.... Do I, LIKE TRUMP SUPPORTERS get to say, " no, NO it's ALL OKAY, I'M NOT A ACCESSORY TO A FELON, I'm NOT A DOMESTIC ENEMY, I'M NOT AIDING A TRAITOR OF THE 🇺🇸, IM NOT A CRIMINAL OR ENEMY OF THE UNITED STATES, I'M NOT.... ACTUALLY... SUPPORTING 🔥🇺🇲📜🔥 OR SUPPORTING BREAKING OF THE LAW, OR IN FAVOR OF USING THE JUSTICE SYSTEM AGAINST PEOPLE I DON'T LIKE OR DON'T LIKE ME, I SHOULDN'T ACTUALLY HELD TO ACCOUNT, I'm NOT ALLOWED TO BE LABELED WHAT I am and what I WOULD BE by EVERYONE IN EVERY OTHER FACET OF LIFE, IN EVERY OTHER SITUATION WHEN SUPPORTING the person who AFTER TELLING ME and the ENTIRE 🌎 REPEATEDLY FOR YEARS, PUBLICLY THAT is PRECISELY WHAT THEY'RE GOING TO DO NOR SHOULD I EVER BE LABELED AS SUCH BY MY NEIGHBORS, MY LOCAL POLICE, MY FAMILY, MY FRIENDS, POLITICIANS, NEWS JOURNALISM OUTLETS, BY SOCIETY as a whole, who ALSO heard the person SAY what they're GOING TO DO and/ or ALREADY DID, who CLEARLY have THE RARELY FOUND IN HUMANS, ABILITY TO HEAR, NO BECAUSE ... the towns coal plant, the sock sniffing factory 😉, the help AGGRIEVED White men who CAN'T come to terms with NOT BEING FAVORED AS MUCH AS WE USED TO BE FACTORY CLOSED DOWN, I am NOT to to be HELD TO ACCOUNT, I AM NOT TO BE HELD RESPONSIBLE, I AM NEVER TO BE LABELED WITH PRECISELY WHAT I am because... I SAY THEY'RE NOT GOING TO DO IT, EVEN AFTER THE ENTIRE 🌎 INCLUDING ME WATCHED IT ON 📺, EVEN THOUGH THEY TOLD ME THEY'RE GOING TO DO IT, NO, I'm allowed because... WE'RE LARGELY WHITE, MALE AND CHRISTIAN so ALL AGENCY, ALL RESPONSIBILITY, ANY AND ALL OBJECTIVE CLASSIFICATION OF ME ACCORDING TO MY BEHAVIOR IS NOT ALLOWED because I don't like THEM, because... I happen to be unemployed at the moment, because... I'm not getting what I DESERVE, what I CLAIM I'd HAVE when MY KIND WAS favored a bit MORE, THUS I, JUST LIKE THE PERSON I SUPPORT AM IMMUNE! " WHEN WILL WE STOP ALLOWING THIS SITUATION AS A NATION TO CONTINUE!
As Biden said in his speech, his first term record merited another term. Sadly, the moment demands something new and I just hope he stays in the world of international politics on our behalf.
I don't see the "selflessness". He had to be forced aside. Nancy presented him with the data.
She also cut off the money.He wasn’t going to quit until he found out he had no money. Not selfless .
Dear biden: you did the right thing. I respect your decision. It was are you so arrogant and power hungry that you would literally hand america over to a dictator, or would you drop out of the race and prove that you care more about america than your own bid for even more power. I would not have voted for you again. You would have lost. Trump would have won. Thank you for doing the right thing.
The reason Biden didn't cheer more enough for Ms Harris is because he didn't want her to be Biden 2. It was simply being smart to let her define herself without his interference or baggage.
Could his raspy voice have something to do with having COVID? Have these two guys had COVID? Is it all about age?
Good question. I am kind of disgusted with the ageism that has plagued him through this whole presidency -- late night comedians. It's apparently still an acceptable "ism." What if he is more frail? I think he is as sharp and able as ever. I doubt it was a "cover-up." I think he believes in himself and is surrounded by people who also believe in him. Nothing wrong with that. Being a little physically diminished does not mean not being able to do the job.
This is like taking away the car keys from your 80 year old dad. Give him a break. He’s come a long way, and he will get there.
Perhaps Mr Osnos has the blind spot about Pres Biden? He is still fully capable of performing the duties of the presidencies. His struggle was with the artificial performance art of the debate. But someone who communicates for a living, like Osnos, may miss the distinction.
Of course he isn’t. They forced him out. I don’t blame him.
Dan Abrams is right.
I think ppl need to keep in mind that in a few short years (or even months) a person in their 70s-80s can rapidly decline. My dad was quick on his feet and sharp as a whip up until 76, by the time he was 78 he was almost unrecognizable. 😢
It is painfully obvious that Biden did the right thing by stepping aside.
some go fast, some go slowly.....
Joe Biden talked about passing the torch to a new generations, about there being a place for new voices, fresh voices, younger voices. That was plenty good enough for me. There was no reason for him to elaborate on his physical limitations under these circumstances. If he was staying IN the race, yes, we need to know those things. But not if he's getting out. As for Biden being at peace with his decision, it's only natural that at SOME level he would be conflicted over it. But his public remarks since he stepped down have not reflected whatever ambivalence he must feel. I hope Biden has other biographers besides this dude.
🧡Love🧡this🧡video🧡
Biden didn't fall on his sword; he still has a sword. But even an old master Samurai can't run.
ha ha!
Quran (only scripture with 100% accuracy/preservation) says Allah is “Al-Ahad”(one/indivisible).Philosophically, It is impossible for 3 distinct perfections to exist simultaneously. Father (Perfection 1/distinct1) =Son (Perfection 2/distinct2)=idolatry.This is due to addition of two extra perfections that are Co-equal/Co-eternal&distinct with Allah(the most Exalted). Not just the Quran, but also the old/New Testament textually establish tauheed(monotheism). So, then why believe in trinity and associate two imaginary parts to Allah(one/indivisible/Self-Sufficient/All-Loving)? How could your love/worship be undivided/exclusive for Allah(the most Exalted) when there are two other equally unique/perfect entities to adore? The verses of bible used by trinitarians are extremely vague and require hard interpretation to extract the understanding that Father/Son/Holy Ghost are Co-equal/Co-Eternal&distinct.
Who cares? He needed to go. Never should have run.
Some people thot someone put the debate earlier so that there would be time to get someone else if it did not work out.
I recognized his decline two years ago, and I'm a nobody. I saw a look in his eyes at times that reminded me of my mother, who had Alzheimers dementia. It's like nobody's home for a few seconds. I mentioned it to friend at the time, and he was doubtful about my amateur diagnosis.
My dad has recently fallen off that cliff. It happens so suddenly. On day they are just old, then the next day they are confused and scared. 😢
But in your amateur analysis, have you considered that Biden is a bit slower at dealing with his stutter at his age? I have dealt with dementia in the family, and see much more serious signs in Trump, but the corporate media do not hold him to the same standard as they do Biden. Notice that Biden has been calling for the rich to pay their fair share and ask yourself what part that played in the endless bashing of Biden after the debate. Notice that the Democrats that demanded he step down are the ones most closely associated with corporate donors.
Mitt Romney did a better job of bowing out.
Oh lordy..... Walter Issaacson. 😵💫 Click away!!!!!!
Walter asks good questions.
“Appreciate your support, Joe, for my GNCD in Gaza through your generous supply of inexhaustible weapons”. Your Friend, War Criminal with Portfolio, Benjamin Netanyahu
Now tell us what Trump's response would have been
Trump supports the GNCD as well.
@@kevinjenner9502 Trump would have had no problem with Netanyahu glassing over Gaza. Whining about Biden is dumb.
That’s part of his legacy, along with supporting illegal wars, occupations, regime change, and proxy wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, Syria, etc
@@elizabethhenning778Yes trump would have,but Biden did it. Trump’s awfulness doesn’t excuse Biden’s awfulness.
Of course because he just did it for the sake of the country
Joe Biden says "checkmate."
Biden's policy will depend on the election. Trump would upend everything, if only because he can.
This interview is so much not Amanpour content.
Suggestions from our interviewer whom I used to respect, with his “Lion in Winter” phraseology, simply blows me away. Biden and the DNC had an obligation to their supporters to speak truth so long ago it hurts. And may hurt us moving forward. The nomination should be open to all, Biden’s “war chest” be danged and Harris’ coronation should wait until all ideas are heard from many great & qualified younger leaders. We have the capacity to do this with modern technology and likely win over many fence sitters & corporations as we invite them to become part of a new solution to dysfunction.
C’mon America! Let’s get it on here!
He was forced out. He didn't do anything noble. Be honest
Forced out by whom? He had the nomination.
@@elizabethhenning778 lol, cmon man, he lost 75% ofhis donors. He loast support of the main powerbrokers in the party, Shumer, pelosi, jefferies, obama etc. And they put out in the media. Not a joke. But lol
@@elizabethhenning778By the donors-he had no money. Try to educate yourself about politics.
@@nancyp7019 He had more money than Trump, but on the other hand he wasn't spending it on lawyers 😂
I would like to see his memor. And I would like to see how he felt. I 🩵 President Biden.
It’s not the Biden, but Maga Trump is at peace
Where is the common sense, people? Does he have what it takes? It has been ling gone for he has a option, whether he will be at peace or not.
Cultural and polotical divide. Highlights racial divide, cultural divide, public safety, Gaza and Israel.
He didn’t need to..he made a decision..that was all that was needed….
Once he enjoys the accolades at the convention, he’ll forget they took the car keys away.
No, he won't. 💔
It was the only appropriate decision for the country. He wouldn’t have had the sliver of a chance in November.
LISTEN again. He did address the issues head on, and he stepped up not down. This interpretation is all assumptions and dismisses President Biden's integrity and is unworthy of him.
Men !! It's all about men...innit...thank God for Kamala !!
You two are underestimating us, those of us driving this momentum, and our resolve to get VPOTUS into the Oval. Stop playin in our faces and watch what we do. SMH
Not sure what you're talking about. They didn't diminish that momentum at all. It was an interview about President Biden and the events of this past week through his eyes, at least to the extent his biographer knows. It was a very insightful interview but no one is doubting the Harris momentum. They certainly weren't.
Perhaps this interviewer should consider retiring. He’s old and slower so maybe it’s time for this “ lion in winter” to retreat to his lair. He won’t because he doesn’t have the grace that Joe Biden has. No, he didn’t give up his position quickly but in truth we will miss his statesmanship. There was no cover up. These conspiracy theories are just ugly. I detest this vein of questioning. I’m done with this interview.
Maybe he plans to reneg...