Just days before Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris sought to distance herself from President Joe Biden’s remarks that seemingly branded Donald Trump’s supporters as “garbage.” The comment, which sparked a swift backlash, left some Democrats privately frustrated with Biden for igniting a political controversy at such a critical time.

 

"Harris on Biden's "garbage" comment: "I strongly disagree with any criticism of people based on who they vote for..."

Harris on Biden's "garbage" comment: "I strongly disagree with any criticism of people based on who they vote for..."

Not-so-subtle jab at Joe Biden. pic.twitter.com/de48KBdAeQ

— James Lynch (@jameslynch32) October 30, 2024

 

Responding to the incident on Wednesday, Harris made clear her stance, expressing a strong disagreement with criticizing people based on their voting choices. “Listen, I think, first of all, he clarified his comments,” she said, adding, “but let me be clear: I strongly disagree with any criticism of people based on who they vote for.” Harris emphasized her commitment to inclusivity, underscoring her record and her dedication to representing all citizens regardless of their political affiliations.

 

“You heard my speech last night and continuously throughout my career. I believe that the work that I do is about representing all the people whether they support me or not,” Harris said while addressing reporters on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews.

 

When asked if she had spoken directly with Biden about his remarks, Harris revealed that the president had called her on Tuesday evening, but they did not discuss his comment. She reiterated her commitment to representing all Americans if elected. “I am sincere in what I mean: When elected president of the United States, I will represent all Americans, including those who don’t vote for me, and address their needs and their desires,” Harris emphasized.

 

The controversy began when Biden, attempting to criticize a Trump rally held over the weekend at Madison Square Garden, referenced a comedian’s comment at the event that described Puerto Rico as a “floating island of garbage.” Biden’s paraphrasing of the comedian’s remark unintentionally linked the term "garbage" to Trump’s supporters, sparking a political firestorm just days before voters head to the polls.

 

Biden’s comment and the subsequent fallout have further fueled tensions within the Democratic Party, with some insiders expressing concern over the president’s remarks potentially alienating undecided voters at a crucial moment. In the final stretch of the campaign, Harris’s efforts to publicly distance herself from Biden’s words reflect a strategic move to mitigate any potential damage, reaffirming her commitment to serving all Americans without partisan bias.

 

Based on a report by CNN 2024-10-31

 

 

 

Thank you Joe. You made the country worse with your incompetence the last four years but at least you had the heart to give America hope for the future

12 minutes ago, mdr224 said:

Thank you Joe. You made the country worse with your incompetence the last four years but at least you had the heart to give America hope for the future

What a rubbish comment .the FACTS are stellar stock market strong GDP costs lowered for seniors infrastructure nato revitalized labor energized lots of meaningful legislation accomplished…….now as far as president Biden calling that racist comedian a piece of garbage.well yup but I’m thankful the trump campaign was so ignorant to put that piece of offal on .he handed the PR vote straight to the dems,probably a sizable slice of Latinos as well….heck the dems should thank that piece of garbage!

Joe told Kamala to put that in her pipe and smoke it. 

4 minutes ago, Tug said:

What a rubbish comment .the FACTS are stellar stock market strong GDP costs lowered for seniors infrastructure nato revitalized labor energized lots of meaningful legislation accomplished…….now as far as president Biden calling that racist comedian a piece of garbage.well yup but I’m thankful the trump campaign was so ignorant to put that piece of offal on .he handed the PR vote straight to the dems,probably a sizable slice of Latinos as well….heck the dems should thank that piece of garbage!

The country is a laughingstock and the world is on the brink of WW3

2 minutes ago, mdr224 said:

The country is a laughingstock and the world is on the brink of WW3

Then tell putin to get out of Ukraine and quit making war on his neighbors!as far as a laughing stock I disagree the free world is deeply concerned for our democracy our enemies are indeed delighted in the division and chaos caused by trump.

Harris tries to unring the bell...

 

Good luck with that.

 

Edited October 30, 20241 yr by impulse

16 minutes ago, Tug said:

Then tell putin to get out of Ukraine and quit making war on his neighbors!as far as a laughing stock I disagree the free world is deeply concerned for our democracy our enemies are indeed delighted in the division and chaos caused by trump.

I think Biden is concerned about our democracy too thats why he waited 5 days until the election to pull this stunt

2 hours ago, mdr224 said:

The country is a laughingstock and the world is on the brink of WW3

 

2 hours ago, Tug said:

Then tell putin to get out of Ukraine and quit making war on his neighbors!as far as a laughing stock I disagree the free world is deeply concerned for our democracy our enemies are indeed delighted in the division and chaos caused by trump.

The country is indeed a laughing stock but unfortunately, it’s run by warmongers who’s intent on causing unrest and instability ALL over the world, raising the chances of a world war. Look no further than its 800 over foreign military bases. The intent is clear; to dominate the world militarily. Russia’s SMO in Ukraine is merely a regional conflict in the overall scheme of things.

Oh dear. Trouble at t'mill. 

 

Seems like the fake relationship between Biden and Harris is being brutally exposed. Hardly surprising given they are both cynical back stabbers. 

 

I could see this coming when Harris started trying to distance herself from Biden's disastrous term. 

3 hours ago, mdr224 said:

the world is on the brink of WW3

I doubt it mate. You must be American. Always starting wars for imaginary weapons of mass destruction, fighting “communists” and “terrorists”. Any excuse. 

 

If you believe that what the sides be? 
 

And whose side will Thailand be on? I will sign up for the Thai Army. 
The Thais never lose. 

3 hours ago, Tug said:

What a rubbish comment .the FACTS are stellar stock market strong GDP costs lowered for seniors infrastructure nato revitalized labor energized lots of meaningful legislation accomplished…….now as far as president Biden calling that racist comedian a piece of garbage.well yup but I’m thankful the trump campaign was so ignorant to put that piece of offal on .he handed the PR vote straight to the dems,probably a sizable slice of Latinos as well….heck the dems should thank that piece of garbage!

Biden called all Trump supporters 'garbage' , not the comedian.

 

so  you're outraged at a place being called 'garbage' in a comedy skit, but not outraged at Biden calling half the US 'garbage'

so, there are 2 threads running about the same word 'garbage' ,

 

1 said by a comedian, referring to a place,  the other said by the POTUS, referring to 1/2 the usa.

lets see how those slating the comedian and Trumpo,  automatically deflect and defend Biden.

 

 

4 minutes ago, frank83628 said:

Biden called all Trump supporters 'garbage' , not the comedian.

 

so  you're outraged at a place being called 'garbage' in a comedy skit, but not outraged at Biden calling half the US 'garbage'

 

Half?.....Only 72 million surely?.......maybe only 65 million if you don't count all the false ballot papers

2 minutes ago, Will B Good said:

 

Half?.....Only 72 million surely?.......maybe only 65 million if you don't count all the false ballot papers

its a generalisation, but know someone would take it literally. 

 

6 minutes ago, frank83628 said:

its a generalisation, but know someone would take it literally. 

 

 

 

As everyone knows................ all generalisations are rubbish....(that's a joke).

33 minutes ago, MalcolmB said:

I doubt it mate. You must be American. Always starting wars for imaginary weapons of mass destruction, fighting “communists” and “terrorists”. Any excuse. 

 

If you believe that what the sides be? 
 

And whose side will Thailand be on? I will sign up for the Thai Army. 
The Thais never lose. 

You are british and havent learned from your countrys mistakes. How stupid are you?

 

She’s throwing that hot potato given to her by Biden in record time 

 

 Now she can focus on throwing out the hecklers at her rallies.

 

 

So all the leftists on AN seem to agrees with Biden that Trump supporters are garbage, but they come on and try to pretend Biden didn’t mean it. He meant it, and Harris agrees with him. 

 

Biden just said the quiet part out loud. 

 

Lefty gets all bent when a comedian makes a joke, but lefty makes excuses for a President that calls half the country garbage. 

 

Trump saying his daughter is hot makes him an incestuous pedo. 

 

Biden showering with his daughter is great. 

Biden sounds like Hitler talking about Jews in the ‘30s. 

1 minute ago, Will B Good said:

 

 

As everyone knows................ all generalisations are rubbish....(that's a joke).

good job you didn't say garbage....because thats offensive, well, this week anyway!

14 minutes ago, Thailand said:

 

ah, a so it's 'misinterpreted statement' when Biden says it

2 minutes ago, frank83628 said:

ah, a so it's 'misinterpreted statement' when Biden says it

 

 

...but when Trump says it....oh boy, he means it!!!.....555

12 minutes ago, frank83628 said:

ah, a so it's 'misinterpreted statement' when Biden says it

At least Trump is clear and concise with his “garbage” comments?

El Trumpo, the king of trolling.....5555

 

 

2 minutes ago, frank83628 said:

El Trumpo, the king of trolling.....5555

 

 

 

Oh look. It's Trump's new campaign bus!

13 minutes ago, pattayasan said:

 

Oh look. It's Trump's new campaign bus!

should’t he be in back with his supporters?

The most powerful nation is the world will choose their next president debating at great length on if the subtitles of Biden's garbled message had an apostrophe in it?

6 minutes ago, Digitalbanana said:

The most powerful nation is the world will choose their next president debating at great length on if the subtitles of Biden's garbled message had an apostrophe in it?

No.