Biden Urges Atlanta Voters to Stand Against Trump: ‘He’s Running for Revenge’

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President Joe Biden addressed supporters in Atlanta, delivering a compelling message against his likely opponent in the upcoming presidential election, former President Donald Trump. Speaking at a campaign reception at Mary Mac’s Tea Room, Biden emphasized the stakes of the impending election and urged voters to reject Trump, whom he accused of seeking revenge rather than leadership.

 

"Folks, Trump isn’t running to lead America. He’s running for revenge," Biden declared, according to pool notes. "And look, revenge is no way to lead a country." This pointed remark underscores Biden's framing of the election as a critical juncture for the nation’s future.

 

Biden’s visit to Atlanta coincided with his commencement address at Morehouse College, where he further courted Georgia voters, a crucial demographic that played a significant role in his narrow 2020 victory. Biden lauded The Peach State electorate, attributing his past success to their turnout and expressing confidence that their support would be pivotal again in November.

 

“Tell people that if you doubt the power of the vote, come visit Georgia,” Biden said, per the pool. “What you’ve all done is incredible. You’re the reason — not a joke — Georgia is the reason I’m president of the United States.”

Despite his praise and optimism, recent polling data has presented challenges for the Biden campaign. A survey from The New York Times revealed that Biden is currently trailing Trump by 10 points in Georgia, a margin second only to Nevada's 12-point gap among key battleground states.

 

Nevertheless, Biden remained upbeat about his chances. "We feel good about the state of the race," he stated. “There’s a lot to do. We know we’re far from over. But we know the race is close. Polls vary from moving up to down to tied but it’s hard to make any poll rational these days.” This statement reflects Biden's awareness of the fluidity and unpredictability of the race.

 

The president’s speech in Atlanta was not just a critique of Trump but also a call to action, emphasizing the broader implications of the election. He warned that Trump’s return to the Oval Office would endanger democratic principles and individual freedoms.

 

“We cannot let this man become president,” Biden urged. “Our children’s future is at stake. Not a joke. If you’ll allow me to make the case… We have to win this race, not for me but for America.” This appeal highlights Biden’s strategy of framing the election as a battle for the soul of the nation, a continuation of his 2020 campaign theme.

 

Biden’s remarks in Atlanta are part of a broader effort to galvanize his base and reassure supporters amid challenging poll numbers. By highlighting his achievements and contrasting them with Trump's agenda, Biden aims to present himself as the steadier, more future-oriented choice.

 

The president’s focus on Georgia reflects the state’s critical role in the upcoming election. Georgia’s shifting demographics and recent political trends have turned it into a battleground state, making it a focal point for both parties. Biden’s narrow victory in 2020 was largely attributed to high voter turnout, particularly among African American voters, a demographic he is keen to energize again.

 

As the campaign progresses, Biden will likely continue to emphasize themes of stability, progress, and democratic integrity, contrasting these with his portrayal of Trump’s motivations as vindictive and divisive. This narrative is designed to resonate with voters who are wary of a return to the tumultuous Trump years and who value the preservation of democratic norms.

 

Credit: The Hill 2024-05-20

 

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[thaibeachlovers]

Clutching and straws comes to mind. Biden must be desperate to resort to begging.

Does he have nothing to offer other than "vote for me because Trump is a bad man".

 

[Jingthing]

11 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said:

Clutching and straws comes to mind. Biden must be desperate to resort to begging.

Does he have nothing to offer other than "vote for me because Trump is a bad man".

 

Begging for votes? It's called campaigning.

Yes he has lots to offer.

Yes Trump is a very bad man. He's a fascist and an ally of Putin.

Next 

...

[Chomper Higgot]

In the meantime Trump voiced his desire for three term Presidencies. 

 

One of his carers needs to get a copy of the Constitution and read it to him.

 

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/may/19/trump-nra-convention-dallas

[Skipalongcassidy]

1 hour ago, thaibeachlovers said:

Clutching and straws comes to mind. Biden must be desperate to resort to begging.

Does he have nothing to offer other than "vote for me because Trump is a bad man".

 

That's all he's got... worked last time but I think not this time.

[Tug]

2 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

Clutching and straws comes to mind. Biden must be desperate to resort to begging.

Does he have nothing to offer other than "vote for me because Trump is a bad man".

 

Aww gee I donno……hummm??? Well there’s that stockmarket passing 4,000 for the first time……then there’s that continuing decline in inflation……then there’s the for real meaningful legislation accomplished……you really need to up your game the other guys(that work on the farm) are laughing at you!

[Skipalongcassidy]

3 minutes ago, Tug said:

  the other guys(that work on the farm) are laughing at you!

 Actually they are laughing at you... inflation is still higher than it was pre joe... and the stock market does not provide most of middle America with anything... much less more disposable income... 

[Skipalongcassidy]

29 minutes ago, Tug said:

Aww gee I donno……hummm??? Well there’s that stockmarket passing 4,000 for the first time……then there’s that continuing decline in inflation……then there’s the for real meaningful legislation accomplished……you really need to up your game the other guys(that work on the farm) are laughing at you!

  American households' net worth have flattened during President Biden's administration because of inflation, a new analysis finds.

A report by the Wall Street Journal analyzed changes in household net worth from the start of Biden's presidency in comparison to those seen during the tenure of his predecessor and presumptive opponent in the 2024 election, former President Donald Trump. It found that in nominal terms, total household net worth rose by 19% through Biden's first three years in office – a comparable figure to the 23% increase seen in Trump's first three years.

However, when factoring inflation's impact on household net worth, the data is less favorable for Biden. After adjusting for inflation, household net worth is up by just 0.7% through Biden's first three years in office, whereas it was up 16% in Trump's first three years.

At the time of Biden's inauguration in January 2021, year-over-year inflation in the U.S. economy was about 1.4%. However, inflation surged due to global supply chain disruptions related to the COVID pandemic as well as elevated levels of government spending, peaking at a 40-year high of 9.1% in June 2022.

[Tug]

58 minutes ago, Skipalongcassidy said:

 Actually they are laughing at you... inflation is still higher than it was pre joe... and the stock market does not provide most of middle America with anything... much less more disposable income... 

sure helps my pension yup yesserie and yup that’s how inflation works guess old trump shouldn’t have blown up the national debt by 24% all in 4 short (well to most lucid Americans it felt much longer)years but this administration is doing what it can to correct the situation just like Obama did after the last republican administration wrecked it but heck I’m a retiree and we are thriving can’t speak for everyone though 

[Hanaguma]

16 minutes ago, Tug said:

sure helps my pension yup yesserie and yup that’s how inflation works guess old trump shouldn’t have blown up the national debt by 24% all in 4 short (well to most lucid Americans it felt much longer)years but this administration is doing what it can to correct the situation just like Obama did after the last republican administration wrecked it but heck I’m a retiree and we are thriving can’t speak for everyone though 

Trump's three pre-covid deficits were 0.7, 0.8, and 1.0 trillion dollars. Not great to be sure. BUT... Biden's two post-covid deficits have been 1..4 and 1.7 trillion respectively. So, respectfully, you are talking out your cloaca. 

 

Inflation and interest rates are killing average Americans' futures. 

[Tug]

25 minutes ago, Hanaguma said:

Trump's three pre-covid deficits were 0.7, 0.8, and 1.0 trillion dollars. Not great to be sure. BUT... Biden's two post-covid deficits have been 1..4 and 1.7 trillion respectively. So, respectfully, you are talking out your cloaca. 

 

Inflation and interest rates are killing average Americans' futures. 

I disagree a large part of our deficit is due to trumps welfare tax cut to the wealthy and large corporations removing revenue from the government coffers the Biden administration is investing in America our infrastructure and manufacturing base with the American people in mind.to me that is far better than welfare to the Uber wealthy and corporations.oh and it’s trump that seem to have to wear the diaper 

[retarius]

This campaign event drew 'dozens' of attendees (literally).....this is a smallish tea shop and not even crowded. Trump pulled in an estimated 85,000 last week in Wildwood NJ. Nuff said. 

[impulse]

3 hours ago, Chomper Higgot said:

In the meantime Trump voiced his desire for three term Presidencies. 

 

One of his carers needs to get a copy of the Constitution and read it to him.

 

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/may/19/trump-nra-convention-dallas

 

Remind me....  How many terms did FDR have?  The 2 term limitation is a recent invention.

 

 

[Hanaguma]

1 hour ago, Tug said:

I disagree a large part of our deficit is due to trumps welfare tax cut to the wealthy and large corporations removing revenue from the government coffers the Biden administration is investing in America our infrastructure and manufacturing base with the American people in mind.to me that is far better than welfare to the Uber wealthy and corporations.oh and it’s trump that seem to have to wear the diaper 

Nope, sorry.

 

Government revenue under Trump was in the 3.4 trillion dollar range. Under Biden, from 4.0 to 4.4 trillion. 

 

Source;

 

https://www.statista.com/statistics/200405/receipts-of-the-us-government-since-fiscal-year-2000/#:~:text=The total receipts of the,about 6.8 trillion U.S. dollars.

 

Wanna try again? 

[Chomper Higgot]

41 minutes ago, impulse said:

 

Remind me....  How many terms did FDR have?  The 2 term limitation is a recent invention.

 

 

It is nevertheless stipulated in the Constitution.

 

Not that the Constitution was ever anything MAGA cares for.

[impulse]

3 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

It is nevertheless stipulated in the Constitution.

 

Not that the Constitution was ever anything MAGA cares for.

 

You mean the Constitution that makes it a President's duty to protect the borders?

 

 

[Chomper Higgot]

2 minutes ago, impulse said:

 

You mean the Constitution that makes it a President's duty to protect the borders?

 

 

I mean the Constitution that sets a two term limit on Presidents.

[Eric Loh]

17 minutes ago, Hanaguma said:

Nope, sorry.

 

Government revenue under Trump was in the 3.4 trillion dollar range. Under Biden, from 4.0 to 4.4 trillion. 

 

Source;

 

https://www.statista.com/statistics/200405/receipts-of-the-us-government-since-fiscal-year-2000/#:~:text=The total receipts of the,about 6.8 trillion U.S. dollars.

 

Wanna try again? 

Are you cheering Biden's economic policies for the increased revenue over Trump? 

[Danderman123]

6 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

Clutching and straws comes to mind. Biden must be desperate to resort to begging.

Does he have nothing to offer other than "vote for me because Trump is a bad man".

 

Actually, that's a pretty effective position.

[Danderman123]

3 hours ago, Hanaguma said:

Trump's three pre-covid deficits were 0.7, 0.8, and 1.0 trillion dollars. Not great to be sure. BUT... Biden's two post-covid deficits have been 1..4 and 1.7 trillion respectively. So, respectfully, you are talking out your cloaca. 

 

Inflation and interest rates are killing average Americans' futures. 

It's interesting that you left out the data for FY 2020 and 2021, but mentioned the two years under Biden when Covid was still a thing.

 

Or, do you mean that COVID ended the minute that Trump left office?

 

Anyway:

 

The federal deficit in 2020 was $3.1 trillion, equal to 14.9 percent of gross domestic product.

 

In fiscal year 2021, which ended on September 30, the federal budget deficit totaled nearly $2.8 trillion

 

So, your post contained a lie by omission, which is how you chose to defend Trump.

[Hanaguma]

24 minutes ago, Eric Loh said:

Are you cheering Biden's economic policies for the increased revenue over Trump? 

No, the revenue increase is a lot to do with extra and needless taxes on people. But it does dispute Tug's false assertion that government takings decreased compared with Trump. More tax is being taken, PLUS more money is being borrowed and added to the yearly deficit. Not a winning combination. 

[Danderman123]

4 hours ago, Skipalongcassidy said:

 Actually they are laughing at you... inflation is still higher than it was pre joe... and the stock market does not provide most of middle America with anything... much less more disposable income... 

Gallup finds 61% of Americans reporting that they own stock, based on its April Economy and Personal Finance survey. This is up from the 56% measured in 2021 and 55% measured in 2020, and is the highest it has been since 2008.

 

Why is it that when Trump fans cite a number, it's almost always wrong?

[Danderman123]

2 minutes ago, Hanaguma said:

No, the revenue increase is a lot to do with extra and needless taxes on people. But it does dispute Tug's false assertion that government takings decreased compared with Trump. More tax is being taken, PLUS more money is being borrowed and added to the yearly deficit. Not a winning combination. 

I think you are worried because some billionaires are paying more taxes.

[Hanaguma]

1 minute ago, Danderman123 said:

It's interesting that you left out the data for FY 2020 and 2021, but mentioned the two years under Biden when Covid was still a thing.

 

Or, do you mean that COVID ended the minute that Trump left office?

 

Anyway:

 

The federal deficit in 2020 was $3.1 trillion, equal to 14.9 percent of gross domestic product.

 

In fiscal year 2021, which ended on September 30, the federal budget deficit totaled nearly $2.8 trillion

 

So, your post contained a lie by omission, which is how you chose to defend Trump.

No, I left out the Covid years for BOTH presidents as they are outliers. But you can see that even in 2023, with covid fading away in the distance, Biden STILL nearly doubled the deficit that Trump had pre-covid. 1.7 trillion to 0.98 trillion. 

 

I would say that Biden is spending like a drunken sailor, but that would be an insult to drunken sailors. At least the sailors are spending money that they have, not spending money that their children will have to pay back in the future.

[Danderman123]

2 hours ago, retarius said:

This campaign event drew 'dozens' of attendees (literally).....this is a smallish tea shop and not even crowded. Trump pulled in an estimated 85,000 last week in Wildwood NJ. Nuff said. 

Are you sure about the rally attendance numbers?

[Danderman123]

4 minutes ago, Hanaguma said:

No, I left out the Covid years for BOTH presidents as they are outliers. But you can see that even in 2023, with covid fading away in the distance, Biden STILL nearly doubled the deficit that Trump had pre-covid. 1.7 trillion to 0.98 trillion. 

 

I would say that Biden is spending like a drunken sailor, but that would be an insult to drunken sailors. At least the sailors are spending money that they have, not spending money that their children will have to pay back in the future.

You left out Trump's big deficits because they were"outliers".

 

Or because they made Trump look bad.

[Hanaguma]

49 minutes ago, Danderman123 said:

You left out Trump's big deficits because they were"outliers".

 

Or because they made Trump look bad.

No, I left out both Presidents' big deficits because they were outliers. Fiscal 2021 was brutal also, under Biden. But there is no excuse now for a 1.7 trillion dollar deficit. And even worse, staying at that level for the forseeable future. 

[Danderman123]

10 minutes ago, Hanaguma said:

No, I left out both Presidents' big deficits because they were outliers. Fiscal 2021 was brutal also, under Biden. But there is no excuse now for a 1.7 trillion dollar deficit. And even worse, staying at that level for the forseeable future. 

Here are the facts

 

The biggest deficits came under Trump

[riclag]

3 hours ago, impulse said:

 

Remind me....  How many terms did FDR have?  The 2 term limitation is a recent invention.

 

 

Bingo! Thats one way of cleaning out the rats nest of bloated  bureaucrats & government employees,3 terms .

Just imagine ! I’d like to see a new name for the WH perhaps, The TRUMP HOUSE!

 

Also worth mentioning is his 1 day dictatorship of Executive orders!

Role back all of bidens nonsense orders.

Edited May 20 by riclag

[impulse]

58 minutes ago, Danderman123 said:

Here are the facts

 

The biggest deficits came under Trump

 

 

From your own link:

 

The federal budget deficit totaled $2.1 trillion over the past 12 months, up 50 percent from the $1.4 trillion deficit in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 and more than twice as large as the deficit prior to the beginning of the pandemic.

 

From your own graph, it's headed up, with no end in sight.  Not to mention Biden's 2025 proposed budget of $7.3 Trillion.  Contrast that with Trump's proposed 2021 budget of $4.8 Trillion.  That's a 52% increase in the federal budget in just 4 years of Bidenomics.

We can't afford to keep winning like that...

 

https://www.npr.org/2024/03/10/1237398034/biden-2025-budget-proposal

 

https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-ap-top-news-elections-politics-election-2020-32b2fd53ef9a547c8ca7a920c2ee7c43