Staff Reports
President Biden recently gathered a crowd of razzle-dazzle at the White House, heralding U.S. Olympians and Paralympians as the epitome of American greatness. Apparently, this is not just a sports celebration; it’s a full-blown campaign for America as the superior sports nation in the history of, well, everything. As Biden bragged about the United States’ athletic prowess, one has to wonder if he realizes that most Americans are more concerned about a baseball game than his speeches.
During his extravagant showcase on the South Lawn, Biden extolled the virtues of these athletes, claiming they serve as role models for the youth. However, it’s curious to consider how many of today’s youth look up to sports figures when TikTok stars and YouTube influencers often overshadow them. Sure, the Olympians are winners and show indomitable spirits, but maybe they need a second job to stay relevant in a world that values viral dance challenges over Olympic gold.
BIDEN (at the White House): "I'm honored to welcome 400 athletes from Team USA today here at the Capitol!"
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Biden’s anecdote about his staff being more interested in the Olympics than national security briefings may have drawn some chuckles, but it raises eyebrows. Imagine a scenario where the Commander in Chief needs critical world data, but everyone’s glued to watching a gymnast’s floor routine. Let’s hope that’s not what the Pentagon is preparing for in the event of a crisis. It’s almost as if he thinks the mere act of throwing a medal around the neck of an athlete justifies his own distractions from keeping the country safe.
In a fit of altruism, Biden called for more support for America’s athletes, presumably in hopes of whipping up some goodwill or applause. Yet, this begs the question: how intense is that support really going to be? Is there a four-year waiting period on athletes’ needs, or will we see some peppy action leading up to the next major competition? Naturally, such proclamations are easier said than done when it comes to funding in a country whose priorities often feel muddled.
And of course, there was the obligatory joke about not attending the Paris Games. Biden expressed his excitement about the 2028 Olympics set for Los Angeles, claiming he wouldn’t be president then, so his attendance is safe. The irony is thick, so thick it deserves its own medal. Will his predecessors wrap themselves in the same excuses while passing off responsibilities to the next in line? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: nobody is ready to take a vacation during the Games more than a sitting president.
