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Post by jkjacq on Mar 25, 2021 12:09:43 GMT -6
I really hope he rethinks running again.
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:14:23 GMT -6
Justin Sink: but what about China?
Biden: I'm actually capable of engaging with China. I've made it clear to China that we don't want confrontation but we anticipate " deep deep competition. " And we will insist that China play by the rules. We also intend to invest in American science and American workers. We're investing in medical research, AI, quantum computing, biotechnology. China is out-investing us and I plan to change that. We're also working with allies. This is not anti-Chinese policy, but it is pro-democracy policy.
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:16:45 GMT -6
He's pulling no punches on Trump
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:17:57 GMT -6
Justin: will sanctions decisions be multilateral?
Biden: no, multilateral conversations is where I make sure we're all on the same page, not where decisions are made
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Post by jaygee on Mar 25, 2021 12:18:18 GMT -6
I would not expect him to say anything other than “I will seek another term” 60 days into his first term. Saying anything else will become an extreme distraction to everything.
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:21:04 GMT -6
Justin: and on gun control?
Biden: I'm going to do everything I said I would. But presidents are successful when they understand how to time their actions. Right now we're doing infrastructure and really good paying jobs. Remember when Republicans had principles? Improving our infrastructure will boost the economy.
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:21:22 GMT -6
I would not expect him to say anything other than “I will seek another term” 60 days into his first term. Saying anything else will become an extreme distraction to everything. I agree 100%
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:22:34 GMT -6
6-10 million homes in America have lead water pipes
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:24:50 GMT -6
Making the point that our schools are horrendous disrepair and should be addressed, and that doing so creates jobs and makes our people and our environment healthier
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:27:44 GMT -6
Last question, Janet Rodriguez: how soon can we expect that 'within 24 hours' goal to be met where relatives are contacted?
Biden: we're ramping up our personnel at CBP and HHS to do that.
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Post by jaygee on Mar 25, 2021 12:28:00 GMT -6
Making the point that our schools are horrendous disrepair and should be addressed, and that doing so creates jobs and makes our people and our environment healthier I like this. These are good, local jobs.
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Post by lemondrop on Mar 25, 2021 12:28:26 GMT -6
"If the border doesn't get its shit together, people are getting fired." is what I just got out of that.
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:31:02 GMT -6
Q: what about Senate Republicans who won't work with you on immigration?
Biden: meh. "They have to posture. They have to get it out of their system." I invite anyone who wants to help problem solve to work with us.
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Post by jaygee on Mar 25, 2021 12:31:29 GMT -6
Case in point. This is ALREADY a thing on Twitter. And Adam is wrong - Biden himself never said one term. That’s what a lot of people who held their nose and voted for are hoping but he never said that.
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 12:31:32 GMT -6
Pete Dooley is going to have a mantrum bc he didn't get called on
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Post by lemondrop on Mar 25, 2021 12:34:26 GMT -6
Pete Dooley is going to have a mantrum bc he didn't get called on omg. How have I never heard this word? So apt. I'm starting to use that immediately.
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Post by milano on Mar 25, 2021 12:45:11 GMT -6
I swear to all the things if the media starts focusing on whether or not Biden is running in 2024, I will lose my fucking mind. NOW IS NOT THE TIME LET THE MAN JUST LEAD FOR AWHILE.
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Post by greykitty on Mar 25, 2021 12:58:58 GMT -6
Adam best is full of it. Or lied to himself and now others.
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Post by enchanted on Mar 25, 2021 13:36:12 GMT -6
Adam best is full of it. Or lied to himself and now others. I don't know that he lied necessarily. I think a lot of people convinced themselves somehow he did say it or implied it or something. I certainly thought that was the case (Biden intending only one term), but it most likely was me turning my speculation on that (or looking at the man's age and thinking there's no way he runs again) into fact in my head. Or he could have flat out lied. I can see either possibility being true.
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Post by mathlete on Mar 25, 2021 13:51:16 GMT -6
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Post by greykitty on Mar 25, 2021 13:54:18 GMT -6
Adam best is full of it. Or lied to himself and now others. I don't know that he lied necessarily. I think a lot of people convinced themselves somehow he did say it or implied it or something. I certainly thought that was the case (Biden intending only one term), but it most likely was me turning my speculation on that (or looking at the man's age and thinking there's no way he runs again) into fact in my head. Or he could have flat out lied. I can see either possibility being true. You're probably right. Best probably convinced himself that it was a one-term deal. I think a lot of people were so surprised when Biden started actually leading the field, they told themselves that. At the time, I remember saying over and over no politician will ever, nor should they, block themselves in by such a promise. And Biden is a politician, in the best sense of the word, to his core. And I was very alert to whether Biden ever said that. He did not. Or, could be Best could be frustrated Twitter guy hoping to push a one term promise through now. And if so, I hope he just shuts up. I don't actually know he would have won had he made any such promise. Although I'm equally sure many people feel he would be a one term president just due to age. Slightly off topic, I read somewhere that one intent is to give Harris a solid grounded experience and portfolio in foreign affairs. IMO, that's to ensure whether she runs in 2024 or 2028 she'll have solid experience over a wide range to present the American electorate. That's not a criticism of Harris at all. It's in line, I think, with the way Obama and Biden worked together during that presidency.
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 14:02:34 GMT -6
He has always said that he would be a transition president, but I don't remember him saying he wouldn't run for a second term
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Post by enchanted on Mar 25, 2021 14:05:52 GMT -6
He has always said that he would be a transition president, but I don't remember him saying he wouldn't run for a second term Yes, now that you say this, I remember it and this is probably where a lot of people convinced themselves he meant only one term where in reality, he meant a transition from 45's fuckery or a transition from his generation to the next one or something similar. That transition being his administration, whether one term or two.
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Post by elle on Mar 25, 2021 14:16:03 GMT -6
And honestly what we need most right now is stability. It would be a huge mistake for him to say that he won't run for a second term, especially this early on. Can you imagine the extra scrutiny Kamala would be under if he announced such a thing at this point?
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Post by greykitty on Mar 25, 2021 14:17:32 GMT -6
He has always said that he would be a transition president, but I don't remember him saying he wouldn't run for a second term Precisely. Transitioning back to a regular world from the Trump presidency, and providing a framework for the next generation of leaders to have a voice in a transition to the future, as I read it. I think a lot people read it differently LOL Back when Mayor Pete dropped out, this was one article using the word transition. www.rt.com/usa/487482-biden-transition-democratic-candidate/
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 15:59:03 GMT -6
He has always said that he would be a transition president, but I don't remember him saying he wouldn't run for a second term Yes, now that you say this, I remember it and this is probably where a lot of people convinced themselves he meant only one term where in reality, he meant a transition from 45's fuckery or a transition from his generation to the next one or something similar. That transition being his administration, whether one term or two. I am guilty of floating the idea of him promising only one term before being educated on why that would be a bad idea. I think a lot of people either assumed it or thought it would work/he might do it, and there was enough of that that we reached Mandela effect.
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Post by dc2london on Mar 25, 2021 16:00:31 GMT -6
Greykitty I know your intention was correct but I would just caution you from circulating content from RT. They're a known Russian propaganda outlet and they often try to pit progressives against the political establishment to sow discord.
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Post by jaygee on Mar 25, 2021 16:00:33 GMT -6
And honestly what we need most right now is stability. It would be a huge mistake for him to say that he won't run for a second term, especially this early on. Can you imagine the extra scrutiny Kamala would be under if he announced such a thing at this point? This AND it will just give more hot air to that lurking orange turd face.
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Post by iruntodrink on Mar 25, 2021 16:33:33 GMT -6
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