POOOOOOAH EVE

He was never expected to be there for those speeches. Fake news.

This is dumb. He has shit to do at home - why would he hang around for four days? He can watch on TV.

The Daily Beast? Ahahaha. Punch and delete.

He doesn't even know who the fuck he is anymore. If you listen to the Vegas tapes he probably flat lined there.

He is lucky he was knifed so gently. The hubris of him, his wife, and his team, pretending everything was fine when anyone could see it wasn't. Almost lost the whole country to fascism. May still happen but a fighting chance now.

Did Kamala pretend he was fine?

No she didn't have anything to do with it and who cares r6? She's not his wife or gatekeeper, she's his VP. Even if she noticed things, what was she supposed to do? Hold a press conference and denounce him?

He's a hero for passing the torch.

[quote]Did Kamala pretend he was fine?

She sure did.

What a phony. What a liar.

What a loyalist, is more like it. If she did notices things, she kept her mouth shut and supported her boss.

It was up to Biden himself, or his governmental "peers" (Pelosi, Schumer, Obama, etc) who should have gone to him to discuss his issues. Which they did, after the debate exposed him.

[quote]He's a hero for passing the torch.

LOL. Oh please.

The heros are Pelosi, Shumer, and Obama for kicking him out.

I love that they were thorough and sure before they had that talk with Joe. After that speech when it could not be denied, a gracious event occurred. Bless the USA

The Daily Beast is playing things both ways, like Politico, The NY Times and the Post.

Biden ought not to be there later in the convention. That is not the time for a victory lap for him. He'll speak earlier.

Christ, these click-corrupt assholes in what used to be journalism.

It was a brilliant move by the Dems and it just exposes more that the Republicans have nothing to run on but hate and fear while the alternative is Joy and Hope You guess which wins.

That was a fun read because I love gossip more than the next person, but that's all it was - speculative gossip.

It's more telling that if that's all they have, sucks to be you and be stuck with Trump.

There are a lot of sad Republicans posting these days. It's fantastic. We will be witnessing a blue tsunami in November. Women and folks who are sick of being in an abusive relationship are leaving. It's great to see Trump's plans to cheat & delay certification amplified on social media. I think there are several plans in place to combat that -- but the Dems are keeping it close to the vest. Things are going to be wild when Trump is sentenced on September 18th -- he's really going to lose his dentures. And, the October surprise? Does Taylor Swift go all in & hold a concert/rally for Harris/Walz?

According to an article in the NYT, Joe can only focus between 10am and 4pm.

[quote]I love that they were thorough and sure before they had that talk with Joe.

They were sure the day after the debate. The only reason it got dragged out for weeks was because Biden was doing everything he could to hold on. Pelosi admitted that a couple of days back on the Sunday DC interview circuit.

[quote]There are a lot of sad Republicans posting these days. It's fantastic

There's a lot of sheep posting here as well. I've been a Harris supporter since 2020 (I thought she would have made a good president back then). The groundswell of support here since she announced is nice, but eye rolling at times. I can't remember how many times I've had to defend her competency the last four years because she was being underused by the Biden administration. Which as we now see, was true. There was never a lot of love for her on here.

She HAS TO, fool, R9. That’s part of the VP’s job.

Mighty Joe is going to conserve his energy. He'll be tanned, rested and ready.

Then Monday evening, "Dark Brandon" will let fly a barnburner, Katie-Bar-the Door, full throated speech for Kamala and the Democratic ticket.

And, he's motivated to do it for himself, which is legitimate and understandable.

He'll restate his accomplishments. And, in a very real sense, his legacy is on the line, too, for Kamala. He knows it will redound to his credit when she wins in November.

So, Biden has purpose and duty for his Monday night speech. Old Joe will come through.

He'll show that retreating can be as great a strategic feat as advancing.

And I'll have big, warm, tears in my eyes for every word.

yikes! you people sure turn on your own fast!!!😵‍💫

[quote]He'll be tanned, rested and ready

Tan by Revlon

They plan to have Biden and Hillary be the prime time speakers for Mon night. That'll put everyone to sleep. Can't they get someone like Corey Booker to rev up the crowd on the first night??? (In addition to Clinton and Biden).

it's the first night r23, let's get them out of the way then we'll get the good stuff (Obama, Walz, Harris).

I wonder if they'll have Josh Shapiro speak - he's a great speechmaker.

He didn't pass the torch he had it ripped from his hands.

I'll be muting Obama - Mr. Hollywood. I'm still loving that Joe foiled Obama's plan to install whoever he wanted.

It was actually more Nancy's plan than Obama's, but he was backing her so there's that.

R9, You mean like everyone around the literally demented Trump?

What's sad about this is that Biden is a better president than either Obama or Republican in all but name Bill Clinton. The fact that his record is ignored because he's an old man that looks and talks like an old man has nothing to do with his accomplishments. I just hope Harris will be as effective and get shit done.

I think they should ask Biden to phone his convention speech in - do it on video tape. What is he has another slurry meltdown? It’s very possible and it will be the talk of the entire week.

What if he does slur r30? He's NOT THE CANDIDATE anymore. He's finishing up his term then he out.

BECAUSE, dearest, R31, the focus has to be on KAMALA HARRIS, not the geezer she replaced. And the Republicans will find a way to blame HER for turning a blind eye to his diminished condition, just like people here have.

Meanwhile, Donold Trump was caught trying to hustle some drag queen vote!

Who wants to hang around a convention and listen to boring speeches. You do your thing and leave. Even the nominee doesn't usually show up until the last night.

Biden is fine at reading speeches and will get a nice ovation.

I honestly don't think the United States is ready to have a woman President. Washington is still a good old boys network, no matter how you slice it.

The Democrats have alot of exciting young Governors. I hope they get alot of attention at the convention. It'll be a nice contrast to Trump and the ass kissers that now make up the Republican Party.

The last few years really changed things. We are ready for a competent president, especially if it's a woman.

It's time

R35 = gramps

Harris is the only person close to Biden with any power or influence that I would give a complete pass to. As the person who would replace him, she would just look like a power hungry back stabber if she raised the issue of his condition.

That doesn’t mean it won’t be a criticism she will face between now and the election, though.

[quote]Harris is the only person close to Biden with any power or influence that I would give a complete pass

Earth to R39, all the Vice President does is attend meetings. They have little to no power other than to make suggestions, which the pres quickly dismisses.

We'll get to see her certify her own election as president. That's a pretty cool power! (Though I'm sure it won't go down well with the deplorables.)

It's all shady as hell.

Fuck off to hell r35. R42, your mother is a whore.

America is in *good* hands now. Thank your stars for Joe!

R35, Not only is the country ready for a female president but it might be the preferable choice for decades to come.

THANKS, R44!

[quote]Not only is the country ready for a female president but it might be the preferable choice for decades to come.

I'm ready and willing.

[quote]Earth to [R39], all the Vice President does is attend meetings. They have little to no power other than to make suggestions, which the pres quickly dismisses.

Bullshit.

Here's Susann Rice speaking to Andrea Mitchell.

R45, the behemoth issue of abortion wasn't on the table 8 years ago. Abortion on the ballot in FL, AZ and MO. Tick-tock.

The Daily Beast is trying to foment more drama than what is there. They have a couple of staff who flog every little teensy gossipy detail about the British royals for clicks, and this feels similar.

[quote] He's a hero for passing the torch.

Indeed. Even if it had to be wrested from his withered deathgrip.

Walking Dead Joe-

Thanks Joe,Jill & friends for handing us to Trump we didn’t want continuing democracy anyway!

You said it R52- watching for the 18 wheeler mobile crematoriums coming to a towns near all of us.

Trump and Co. will locate all us DLer’s -it’s easy.

R38 and R43, you saw what happened when Hillary ran against Trump, and she was more qualified than Kamala. The only reason she's running is because Biden didn't do well in the debate.

I'm just saying, don't build your hopes up, whippersnappers!

Umm DL peeps, Daily Beast is truly fake news. They are amplifying the tiny fingered vulgarian's lies.

He is in an awkward position.

Who, r57?

Joe?

The orange fool?

So what are you saying, r52? That Joe remaining as candidate would have had a better chance at defeating Trump?

Has Jill Biden commented yet?

such shitty shitty “journalism”

R47, you’re a chump.

"IF" Democracy survives in 2025 Biden Administration and Jill should explain-but then we already know they covered up his failing cognitive capacities-why bother.

This is Mrs. Kamala Biden.

[quote]But if he skips key speeches by Obama and Harris in the subsequent days, then questions will continue to be asked about just how unified the Democratic Party really is after a historically turbulent summer.

Oh please. What a crock of stinking, smoldering shit. The Democratic Party has never been more unified in my lifetime, and yes, that includes 2008 when Obama ran (after pushing Hillary out thanks to the cretins at MoveOn having a coronation for him despite Hillary's decades of service and unparalleled qualifications).

The question I have for the kindergarteners running [italic]The Daily Beast[/italic] is exactly how Biden should show support for other party officials? Should he have a special box seat a la the Queen at a royal performance? Should he return to the White House with a 24/7 camera focused on him watching every last minute of the convention? Or should we have a panel of daily beasts sit in judgement of whether or not Joe has sufficiently satisfied [italic]their[/italic] demands?

The outgoing president gives the keynote speech on Monday night. That's the way it has been whenever an incumbent is not running for re-election and that doesn't change simply because the incumbent candidate dropped out vs. term-limited out.

And the bottom line is that [italic]The Daily Beast[/italic] and the media in general is hell-bent on creating division and chaos when there is none, but has grown weary of the division and chaos that [italic]is[/italic] the Republican party.

Looking forward to seeing zero-fucks to give & salty Biden for the rest of his presidency.

[quote]The Democratic Party has never been more unified in my lifetime

"In my lifetime," I HATE that expression. How old are you, 32?

I'm old, R67. In gay years, I'm dead. In DL years, I'm decrepit and have a studmuffin (I wish) to wipe the drool from my chin (not yet, anyway). In real people years, 60, sitting here recalling my first presidential vote for Mondale and Ferraro.

You rock, r68!

I'm blushing!

Funny R64 very funny!

" Why cant people like that just stay home"

R68, I voted for Hubert Humphrey and will get off my death bed to vote for anyone running against Trump.

You're a youngster around here, R68.

The Daily Beast- oh yeah sure

As my Dad would say, "Joey, don't go. Having a job is more than a paycheck. It's about your dignity."

I will never forgive Biden and co for mind-fucking Dems- incompetent incompetent he is.

Once again in English, R77?

Joe R58

If you have a colleague or family member in charge of an important enterprise, and his health is failing such that it is becoming impossible to cover up the fact that he doesn't know where he is, what he's supposed to be doing or saying, just stands there looking completely fucking lost, his mouth wide open and no words on the horizon....

The thing to do is not try to sweep the problem under the carpet and hope nobody notices, or dust off his old record and old action plans and insist they will work again, or to try to shame anyone who sees an old befuddled man who's been robbed of his dignity so that the people around him can maintain theirs. The thing to do is remove him quickly from public scrutiny and responsibility let him use his remaining months in office wisely, let him work when the working is still good for him and he is still able to perform it.

It's not an all or nothing show where we have to be forever grateful and just stand back and say nothing and let Dr. Jill and his son and various White House staff put on a smoke and mirrors, pretending that all is fine with Mighty Joe who for many hours of the day appears not to know his asshole from his elbow. The outcome is this election is anything but certain but now at least there is a chance of success. And thatś the whole fucking point, the present and the future. The past will always be the past and you can crow all you like about Mighty Joe when things are in better hands.

This isn't Joe Biden. He'd NEVER do this.

Pelosi is no hero…she’s old and feeble herself and will be replaced eventually.

Thanks R80 you have said it all and said it right-wish I was as smart as you.( you probably have a big dick too)

No way in hell is Hillary Clinton more qualified than Kamala Harris to be president.

Kamala has more credentials.

But even if she didn't, just her personality alone would make her more qualified than Hillary "that's what they offered" Clinton.

Hillary and Bill say what?