In a poignant farewell address marking the conclusion of his long political career, outgoing President Joe Biden issued a grave warning about the state of democracy in America. Speaking from the Oval Office, Biden, 82, cautioned against the rise of what he described as a "dangerous" oligarchy and unchecked power that threatens the nation's fundamental freedoms.  

 

“Today, an oligarchy is taking shape in America of extreme wealth, power, and influence that really threatens our entire democracy, our basic rights and freedom,” he stated with evident concern. His critique centered on the ultra-wealthy "tech-industrial complex," a powerful force he believes is capable of exerting undue influence over American society.  

 

During the address, Biden reflected on the achievements of his administration, highlighting progress in job creation, infrastructure investments, healthcare improvements, and guiding the country out of the pandemic. He expressed confidence that the policies enacted during his tenure would bear fruit in the years to come, saying, “It will take time to feel the full impact of all we’ve done together, but the seeds are planted, and they’ll grow and they’ll bloom for decades to come.”  

 

Despite his optimism, Biden did not shy away from voicing his concerns about pressing issues, including climate change and the pervasive spread of misinformation. Addressing the climate crisis, he warned, “Powerful forces want to wield their unchecked influence to eliminate the steps we’ve taken to tackle the climate crisis to serve their own interests for power and profit.”  

 

The president also sounded the alarm about the dangers of misinformation, describing it as an avalanche that threatens to undermine truth and empower abuse. His critique extended to social media platforms, notably singling out Meta for its decision to remove independent fact-checkers.

 

“Social media is giving up on fact-checking. The truth is smothered by lies told for power and for profit,” Biden remarked, taking a veiled jab at prominent tech figures like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg. Musk, in particular, came under indirect fire due to his financial backing of Donald Trump’s campaign and his influence as one of the world’s wealthiest individuals.  

 

As he concluded his speech, Biden expressed his hopes for the future and encouraged Americans to remain vigilant in protecting their democracy. “May you all be the keeper of the flame,” he implored, emphasizing the critical role citizens play in safeguarding the nation’s values.  

 

In a significant moment during his address, Biden announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which he described as one of the toughest negotiations of his career. The deal, set to take effect just a day before Trump’s inauguration, marked a critical diplomatic achievement. While Trump claimed credit for the agreement, asserting it was possible only because of his election victory, Biden firmly highlighted his administration's role in securing the accord.  

 

As the Biden presidency comes to a close, his farewell speech serves as both a reflection on his tenure and a cautionary call to action. With “so much at stake,” the departing leader urged Americans to stand united in the face of challenges, ensuring that the ideals of democracy endure.

 

Based on a report by BBC 2024-01-17

 

 

 

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Grim dark gloomy full of divisive negativity same as that goofy state of the union speech, all written by his desperate handlers of course…

he means, his son got paid millions for doing nothing at all in Ukraine 

"n a significant moment during his address, Biden announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which he described as one of the toughest negotiations of his career. The deal, set to take effect just a day before Trump’s inauguration, marked a critical diplomatic achievement. While Trump claimed credit for the agreement, asserting it was possible only because of his election victory, Biden firmly highlighted his administration's role in securing the accord."

 

So Biden had a long time, well over a year to get the deal, but NOTHING........ Trump comes along , about a week before he becomes President and says, all hell will be let loose, paraphrased.  if they don't release the hostages? All of a sudden it happens, who to believe........................................🤣

7 hours ago, Social Media said:

Powerful forces want to wield their unchecked influence to eliminate the steps we’ve taken to tackle the climate crisis to serve their own interests for power and profit.”  

Biden did something to tackle climate change ( it's hardly a "crisis" yet )? News to me.

14 minutes ago, Smokey and the Bandit said:

"n a significant moment during his address, Biden announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which he described as one of the toughest negotiations of his career. The deal, set to take effect just a day before Trump’s inauguration, marked a critical diplomatic achievement. While Trump claimed credit for the agreement, asserting it was possible only because of his election victory, Biden firmly highlighted his administration's role in securing the accord."

 

So Biden had a long time, well over a year to get the deal, but NOTHING........ Trump comes along , about a week before he becomes President and says, all hell will be let loose, paraphrased.  if they don't release the hostages? All of a sudden it happens, who to believe........................................🤣

He's a bit premature on that. It's not even been ratified by the israelis. The meeting to DISCUSS the treaty is on Friday.

I suspect Biden will be leaving without a ceasefire in effect, though I'll be happy if it is.

Biden is totally delusional.

 

He has been a massive failure. Caused huge problems. Embarrassed America. Then quit for Harris and lost.

 

Good riddance to him and his crime family.  

7 hours ago, Social Media said:

Speaking from the Oval Office, Biden, 82, cautioned against the rise of what he described as a "dangerous" oligarchy and unchecked power that threatens the nation's fundamental freedoms.  

That didn't happen last week, and Biden waits till a few days before he retires to say something about it! Not that I'm surprised by that.

Joe was a good man, touched a lot of hair.

 

He is right in saying not to trust Big Tech.

 

They want to stitch robots into our brains.

What?

 

Is the author from another parallel universe.

 

A pathetic rant by a delusional demented old man is more like it.

 

No I am wrong.

 

A pathetic rant read from a script by a delusional demented old man. And poorly read at that.

23 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Biden is totally delusional.

 

He has been a massive failure. Caused huge problems. Embarrassed America. Then quit for Harris and lost.

 

Good riddance to him and his crime family.  

He and the crime family should be made to account for all their wrong doing.

1 hour ago, Smokey and the Bandit said:

"n a significant moment during his address, Biden announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which he described as one of the toughest negotiations of his career. The deal, set to take effect just a day before Trump’s inauguration, marked a critical diplomatic achievement. While Trump claimed credit for the agreement, asserting it was possible only because of his election victory, Biden firmly highlighted his administration's role in securing the accord."

 

So Biden had a long time, well over a year to get the deal, but NOTHING........ Trump comes along , about a week before he becomes President and says, all hell will be let loose, paraphrased.  if they don't release the hostages? All of a sudden it happens, who to believe........................................🤣

And that is the way documented history works? Biden did state that the incoming Trump team and the current Biden spoke with one voice on the agreement. Wait ... you mean Trump's team agreed with what had been negotiated? Think I'll wait to see if 1). it takes place and 2). the historical direction after time passes and the actual records are open-end before stating it was either already negotiated or what effect the election of Trump had on negotiations.

9 minutes ago, oxo1947 said:

MAGA!!! Have at it ... you hold the House, Senate, White House and SCOTUS. Results and responsibility for those results are all in your hands ...

1 hour ago, Smokey and the Bandit said:

"n a significant moment during his address, Biden announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which he described as one of the toughest negotiations of his career. The deal, set to take effect just a day before Trump’s inauguration, marked a critical diplomatic achievement. While Trump claimed credit for the agreement, asserting it was possible only because of his election victory, Biden firmly highlighted his administration's role in securing the accord."

 

So Biden had a long time, well over a year to get the deal, but NOTHING........ Trump comes along , about a week before he becomes President and says, all hell will be let loose, paraphrased.  if they don't release the hostages? All of a sudden it happens, who to believe........................................🤣

Agree.  Biden may have been able to use leverage for a ceasefire a long time ago, but he didn't.  I linked an interesting article:

 

Biden worked 'tirelessly around the clock' — to prevent a ceasefire

It's incredible to me how many 'Trumpers' there are on this forum, all seemingly convinced that Biden wasn't effective, despite his ability to revive the economy, create record numbers of jobs and support Ukraine in its existential battle with Russia. Wait until Trump creates absolute chaos, and lets see what you all have to say then. You'll all eat crow, and it won't be tasty. 

5 hours ago, Smokey and the Bandit said:

"n a significant moment during his address, Biden announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which he described as one of the toughest negotiations of his career. The deal, set to take effect just a day before Trump’s inauguration, marked a critical diplomatic achievement. While Trump claimed credit for the agreement, asserting it was possible only because of his election victory, Biden firmly highlighted his administration's role in securing the accord."

 

So Biden had a long time, well over a year to get the deal, but NOTHING........ Trump comes along , about a week before he becomes President and says, all hell will be let loose, paraphrased.  if they don't release the hostages? All of a sudden it happens, who to believe........................................🤣

Interpretations diverge on who has been influenced by Trump.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/01/14/trump-envoy-witkoff-netanyahu-hamas-israel-hostage-deal/

https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2025-01-13/ty-article/.premium/trumps-mideast-envoy-forced-netanyahu-to-accept-a-gaza-plan-he-repeatedly-rejected/00000194-615c-d4d0-a1f4-fbfdce850000

Well, one can only hope that all the "trumpers" on this forum are packing up to go and HELP Make America Great Again!  Best wishes and I hope you succeed!

After age 70 all humans should be given an IQ/competency test and if they fail, soylent green that shizz.

My initial thought was, "Yes, you are right. Textbook definition of an oligarchy unfolding before our very eyes. And you're just NOW realizing this?!?"

He had four years to put measures in place to protect the US against the obvious  oncoming looting and did nothing to prevent it. Now the wolves are in charge and we're all basically screwed (unless you're a billionaire, then it's your time to shine).

As long as the toe the leftist line, billionaires are great, but once they jump the fence and come out for liberty and free speech they’re evil.

4 hours ago, mogandave said:

As long as the toe the leftist line, billionaires are great, but once they jump the fence and come out for liberty and free speech they’re evil.

Billionaires billionaire, don’t kid yourself they have any concern at all for you or those you care about.

 

 

18 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Billionaires billionaire, don’t kid yourself they have any concern at all for you or those you care about.

 

 

I don’t need to beg for the government to care for me or the people I care about. If I did, I’d be a leftist and vote for bigger government and more handouts, like you.

7 minutes ago, mogandave said:

I don’t need to beg for the government to care for me or the people I care about. If I did, I’d be a leftist and vote for bigger government and more handouts, like you.

A blind assumption on your part.

 

Stay lucky, you’re going to need it. 

7 hours ago, b17 said:

Wait until Trump creates absolute chaos, and lets see what you all have to say then. You'll all eat crow, and it won't be tasty. 

they said that in 2016. What happened over the next 4 years? Not much really. 

4 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

A blind assumption on your part.

 

Stay lucky, you’re going to need it. 

How is it a blind assumption? 
 

Keep begging brother.

 

 

23 minutes ago, NorthernRyland said:

they said that in 2016. What happened over the next 4 years? Not much really. 

 

No expensive wars for one thing, or funding them

8 hours ago, proton said:

 

No expensive wars for one thing, or funding them

The was that thing of the debt fueled by tax giveaways to the hyper wealthy.