Biden’s Presidency a Disaster Regardless of Age, and Democrats Still Have to Answer for It

President Biden’s decision to withdraw from the presidential race addresses one issue for Democrats: age.

However, it does little to resolve the broader concerns about his presidency, which has been marked by persistent challenges across various domains.

Biden’s presidency has been under fire for its handling of key issues such as the economy, foreign policy, and social matters.

His administration’s policies have failed to significantly improve public perception, and his approval ratings have remained troublingly low, with recent Gallup polls showing just a 38% approval rating, consistent since 2022.

The likely successor, Kamala Harris, faces significant scrutiny as she is closely associated with the current administration’s record.

Biden’s immigration and border policies allowed a surge in illegal migrants entering the country.James Keivom for New York Post

This poses a challenge for the Democratic Party as it attempts to distance itself from Biden’s controversial policies and performance.

Biden’s economic approach, including substantial stimulus spending, has been linked to rising inflation rates.

Despite claims of economic recovery and job creation, inflation continued to soar, leading to widespread criticism of his fiscal policies.

Biden oversaw the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan where 13 US troops were killed during a suicide bombing at Kabul’s aiport.EPA/AKHTER GULFAM

Border policy has also been a contentious issue. Biden’s reversal of Trump-era immigration policies led to a significant increase in illegal crossings, and Harris, appointed as the “border czar,” has been criticized for her ineffective handling of the situation.

On the international front, Biden’s administration faced backlash for its handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal, which ended in chaos, and for its perceived ineffectiveness in dealing with global threats such as Iran and Russia.

Russia invaded Ukraine during the Biden administration.Photo by ROMAN PILIPEY/AFP via Getty Images

Critics argue that his responses to these crises were insufficient.

Domestically, Biden’s signature legislative achievements, such as the Inflation Reduction Act, have been criticized as ineffective in addressing inflation.

His executive actions on issues like student loans, gender policies, and welfare reform have faced legal challenges and criticism from various quarters.

Biden’s ongoing unpopularity reflects