These speeches have been reduced to vast lists of accomplishments and proposals, making words less meaningful and more visual images. (Language decline and visual prominence are, however unpleasant, hallmarks of modern politics.) In Biden’s case, age remains an obsession and premature voting unsettles Democrats, but Biden is just as important as how he “looks”. what he says.
If there’s one overarching impression he has to convey, it’s this: belligerent. Belligerent people are energetic, sharp, aggressive, focused, and agile. If Biden can communicate that and seduce Republicans into helping him create another memorable visual, he will have succeeded. How does he do this?
When it comes to the economy, we don’t just have to preach “the best things” (the best stock market, the best economy in the world, the best economic recovery), we have to remind voters. and republican That he was given a disruption (e.g. coronavirus) (unemployment is over 6 percent). If he wants to win Republican support, he should note that Republicans fought him every step of the way. In the end, most opposed the infrastructure bill (but were bragging about its results), opposed insulin price controls, and sought to reduce investment in green energy.
Contrast is essential to a successful campaign. And to be honest, this is both an official event and part of the campaign. Biden wants to make money by cheating taxpayers. Republicans want to starve the IRS. Biden wants to help this little guy. Republicans want to protect some corporations and the super wealthy from paying taxes. That means Biden will have to go beyond just boasting about his own accomplishments and galvanize Republicans with a contrast between the party’s two economic visions.
On foreign policy and border security, he has pushed Congressional Republicans and President Trump on coddling Russian President Vladimir Putin, plotted the destruction of NATO, welcomed Russia’s invasion of Europe, and crushed the toughest border agreement in decades. (screaming) to Republican Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma). Never before has a significant segment of a major political party, let alone one that takes credit for winning the Cold War, been so willing to play dumb with an external enemy of the United States. If Republicans in the chamber heckle him, Biden will have a moment to make headlines. (Hey, you guys aren’t Putin’s poodles, are you?you are not by my side Killer of Alexei Navalny, you? ! )
Mr. Biden, who has strong public opinion, cannot mince words when it comes to abortion and pregnancy. With in vitro fertilization. He needs to take responsibility. President Trump and the Republican Senate brought about a radical Supreme Court that paved the way for abortion bans. They are They are responsible for forcing rape and incest victims to travel out of state, putting women’s lives at risk. He can call out Republicans for IVF hypocrisy. now They say they’re all in favor, but they’re voting against it and in favor of an “individual” bill that would ban not only IVF but also some contraceptive methods. When it comes to the Republican Party’s biggest political Achilles heel, Biden cannot afford to act lightly.
Similarly, Biden has a chance to remind voters how radical the Republican Party is on guns. President Trump said Iowans should “get over it” after the school shooting. Trump also boasts that he “did nothing” when it came to guns. If Mr. Biden highlights the sheer callousness of those sentiments and accuses Republicans of prioritizing the interests of the gun industry and Second Amendment absolutists over the lives of young children, it will resonate deeply with some voters. It can make an impression.
When it comes to “democracy,” abstract concepts don’t seem to resonate with voters. What does that concept mean for the lives of ordinary Americans? He can be outspoken. Perhaps we shouldn’t elect people who want to be dictators. ”1 day”? Additionally, it is important to note that Biden’s freedom (controlling one’s own body, family, and reading list) and tyranny (mass roundups of immigrants, the use of military forces against citizens, the use of power for revenge, international aggressors, etc.) If we pledge to stand up for He will help make this tough choice more concrete.
Biden won’t have to sprint down the aisle to the podium or arm-wrestle with lawmakers as he exits the chamber.But he needs to show he’s fighting Political shape. Mr. Biden will want to remind voters that he has a strong track record and can defend it effectively. More importantly, we need to impress upon them that MAGA’s opponents are crazy, destructive, and irresponsible. If he can make that impression on millions of voters — most of whom will never see or hear the entire speech — democracy advocates will breathe a sigh of relief.