In a significant editorial move, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) has published a front-page editorial on Saturday, urging President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. This editorial echoes sentiments previously expressed by The New York Times and has sent ripples through the political landscape.

 

The editorial board of Georgia’s largest newspaper argues that it is time for Biden, 81, to pass the torch to another, more competent candidate. “The unfortunate truth is that Biden should withdraw from the race, for the good of the nation he has served so admirably for half a century,” the AJC Editorial Board wrote. They pointed to Biden's performance in Thursday’s debate against former President Donald Trump, which they described as "excruciating." The editorial criticized Biden for failing to convey any clear vision for a second term or to highlight his accomplishments from his nearly four years in office.

 

 

The editorial did not delve into Biden’s recent series of gaffes, such as the incorrect statement that his son Beau, who died from cancer in the United States, “died in Iraq,” and his confusing claim that he “beat Medicare.” However, they noted that the president has shown clear signs of early-stage cognitive decline. The AJC drew a parallel to George Washington, who chose to retire after two terms at the age of 64, quoting Washington's words: “Every day the increasing weight of years admonishes me more and more that the shade of retirement is as necessary to me as it will be welcome.”

 

“The shade of retirement is now necessary for President Biden,” stated the AJC Editorial Board.

 

Acknowledging the complexity of having Biden bow out and name a successor, which would require "massive and unprecedented string of legal and regulatory actions," the AJC emphasized the urgency of the situation. They argued that the Democratic Party has a wealth of viable candidates to choose from, but immediate action is necessary. The editorial board expressed zero confidence that Biden could defeat Trump in November.

 

“Biden deserves a better exit from public life than the one he endured when he shuffled off the stage Thursday night,” the AJC wrote. They suggested that if Biden shows the courage and dignity that have defined his political career, he might choose to retire, following the example of the nation’s first president, and thus secure his legacy of honorable service.

 

The AJC’s call for Biden to step aside comes just a day after a similar editorial by The New York Times. While the Times acknowledged Biden as an “admirable president,” they concluded that he appeared on the debate stage as “the shadow of a great public servant” and that continuing his candidacy would be a “reckless gamble.”

 

The editorial from the Post Editorial Board was the first major newspaper to publicly express concerns about Biden’s continued candidacy following his debate performance. “Biden can’t survive this,” the board wrote shortly after the debate concluded. They declared, “It is political malpractice to let him continue to run for re-election. It is national malpractice to let him continue.”

 

Credit: NYP 2024-07-01

 

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It isn't possible. I agree with the sentiment but the reality is that simply won't happen.the dems should have had a primary but they had to try to control things. Why is it that no dem ever steps down in their prime? RBG syndrome.

Edited July 1, 20242 yr by Cryingdick

Ir Trump wins , he will probably pull the US out of Nato .

Putin will laugh and annex more ... rest of Nato will not have enough power without the US to defend itself against Russian aggression ...

Please , Joe , do the world a favor ... and leave .

4 minutes ago, nobodysfriend said:

Ir Trump wins , he will probably pull the US out of Nato .

Putin will laugh and annex more ... rest of Nato will not have enough power without the US to defend itself against Russian aggression ...

Please , Joe , do the world a favor ... and leave .

 

trump has actually strengthened NATO by teling them to get their crap together. They won't always have Americans lurses strings and have begun to contribute to what is ultimately their own survival. 

1 hour ago, nobodysfriend said:

Ir Trump wins , he will probably pull the US out of Nato .

Putin will laugh and annex more ... rest of Nato will not have enough power without the US to defend itself against Russian aggression ...

Please , Joe , do the world a favor ... and leave .

 

ukraine has nothing to do with annexation... all started in 2014 when a democratic elected president was ousted in a coup, sponsored by... CIA

13 hours ago, Social Media said:

In a significant editorial move, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) has published a front-page editorial on Saturday, urging President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. This editorial echoes sentiments previously expressed by The New York Times and has sent ripples through the political landscape.

 

The editorial board of Georgia’s largest newspaper argues that it is time for Biden, 81, to pass the torch to another, more competent candidate. “The unfortunate truth is that Biden should withdraw from the race, for the good of the nation he has served so admirably for half a century,” the AJC Editorial Board wrote. They pointed to Biden's performance in Thursday’s debate against former President Donald Trump, which they described as "excruciating." The editorial criticized Biden for failing to convey any clear vision for a second term or to highlight his accomplishments from his nearly four years in office.

So you see now that many people see that that Zombie Joe is done for. 

C"mon Joe Go in Peace Retire. 

17 hours ago, Cryingdick said:

It isn't possible. I agree with the sentiment but the reality is that simply won't happen.the dems should have had a primary but they had to try to control things. Why is it that no dem ever steps down in their prime? RBG syndrome.

Cant believe a word coming out of these liars , these biden decline deniers!

biden world and his media cronies

have deceived& covered  up the conditions of mental acuity!

They have tricked Americans !

methinks

Retaliation comes via the vote!

 

 

“Seven of the nine voters who were dismayed by Biden's performance told Reuters they were now leaning towards Trump, because they no longer believe Biden can perform his duties as president”.

 

https://www.aol.com/news/us-presidential-debate-undecided-voters-050825820.html

 

Edited July 1, 20242 yr by riclag

50 minutes ago, riclag said:

Cant believe a word coming out of these liars , these biden decline deniers!

biden world and his media cronies

have deceived& covered  up the conditions of mental acuity!

They have tricked Americans !

methinks

Retaliation comes via the vote!

 

 

“Seven of the nine voters who were dismayed by Biden's performance told Reuters they were now leaning towards Trump, because they no longer believe Biden can perform his duties as president”.

 

https://www.aol.com/news/us-presidential-debate-undecided-voters-050825820.html

 

9 voters. That's for sure a good sample size! 

4 hours ago, riclag said:

Cant believe a word coming out of these liars , these biden decline deniers!

biden world and his media cronies

have deceived& covered  up the conditions of mental acuity!

They have tricked Americans !

methinks

Retaliation comes via the vote!

 

 

“Seven of the nine voters who were dismayed by Biden's performance told Reuters they were now leaning towards Trump, because they no longer believe Biden can perform his duties as president”.

 

https://www.aol.com/news/us-presidential-debate-undecided-voters-050825820.html

 

I knew 5 years ago he had dementia.