Staff Reports
Joe Biden recently bestowed upon a motley crew over a dozen Presidential Medals of Freedom, a gesture that has drawn skepticism and eye rolls from the more discerning members of the public. This gathering of his chosen honorees includes some Hollywood royalty like Denzel Washington and Magic Johnson, and even soccer sensation Lionel Messi. But wait—toss a glance at the rest of this list, and one might wonder if Biden’s list was pieced together during a chaotic office party.
Among the stark contradictions is none other than Hillary Clinton, who somehow remains a favorite in leftist circles despite her questionable past, including her support for the Iraq war under President Bush. Not to be outdone, billionaire George Soros, who many argue dedicates his fortune to fostering chaos in America and abroad, is also among the honorees. Steeped in controversy for his role in funding leftist agendas, Soros’s inclusion only signals to conservatives that the medal has lost any semblance of integrity.
Then there’s Bill Nye, the science guy who has apparently traded in his lab coat for a cape, touting environmental dogmas that many would argue are more ideological than scientific. Finally, José Andrés makes an appearance, renowned for his humanitarian efforts yet recently tainted by his proximity to a would-be assassin of Donald Trump. It’s a wild world indeed when someone linked to such a dangerous situation gets paraded around as a national hero. Surely, leaders who pose with individuals who scheme against a sitting president should be scrutinized a bit more closely.
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Andres’s organization, World Central Kitchen, while celebrated for its charitable endeavors, faced its own storm of controversy—allegations that it served as a breeding ground for radicalism. For a segment of the left that preaches empathy and understanding, the sight of some staff being collateral damage in Israeli airstrikes calls into question who they really trust with their honorific titles. Honor, it seems, is a commodity that remains for sale, especially in Biden’s hands.
The notion that a list like this could emerge from Biden’s own agency might raise eyebrows; after all, the president has been stumbling through his tenure as if he’s recently rediscovered the joy of adult coloring books rather than fulfilling his duties. Many suspect this collection of honorees was perhaps not drafted by Biden himself, but rather by the First Lady, who may have misplaced the importance of prestige when it comes to bestowing such honors. The Presidential Medal of Freedom was once a respected accolade. Now, under the present administration, it appears to be as diluted as Biden’s grasp on reality.
