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Taking a look at President Joe Biden’s progress
A Post-ABC News poll conducted in February indicated that a majority of Americans, 62% to be exact, believed that President Joe Biden had not achieved much during his time in office. These numbers are not ideal for a first-term president entering an election year. However, this week, our columnists have identified notable accomplishments and ideas from Biden’s perspective, signaling a potential turnaround for the president.
Catherine Rampell recognizes Biden’s approach of prioritizing traditional economic policies over unconventional progressive ideas to address rising inflation. By allowing the Federal Reserve to strategically raise interest rates, Biden has successfully cooled inflation, maintained low unemployment rates, and prevented a recession. Catherine commends the president for staying out of the Fed’s way, contributing to his success.
On the other end of the spectrum, Perry Bacon highlights Biden’s promotion of progressive policies that surpass those of his predecessors. These policies include providing free lunches for students and cracking down on consumer fees. Perry believes that these ideas have become mainstream, pushing the United States towards a more equal and just direction. However, given mixed support within the Democratic Party and opposition from Republicans, it remains uncertain whether these ideas will shape the party’s future or are merely a passing trend.
Moving beyond Biden’s domestic work, Max Boot compares the president’s recent visit to Helsinki, where Finland celebrated its NATO membership, with Donald Trump’s prior visit to the same city, during which he displayed a close alliance with Vladimir Putin. Max attributes the stark difference in these visits to Biden’s commitment to standing up to Putin and strengthening NATO, rather than undermining it. He voices his confidence in Biden’s positive impact on U.S. national security.
Similarly, Fareed Zakaria points out that Biden’s recent interview, where he focused solely on foreign affairs when asked about a potential second term, reflects his belief in safeguarding the international order. Fareed emphasizes that Biden’s determination is driven not only by his personal ambitions but also by a deep understanding of the significance of the global landscape.
In contrast, Republicans are adopting a more isolationist stance, showing reduced willingness to promote international order. Fareed suggests that the upcoming election will have far-reaching implications beyond the borders of the United States.
Moving away from politics, cricket enthusiasts in the United States can now look forward to Major League Cricket, which launched this week in Texas. Cricket journalist Matt Thacker clarifies misconceptions about the game, stating that the version being introduced is Twenty20 or T20 cricket. It offers shorter matches, approximately three hours in duration, showcasing athleticism and the exciting atmosphere associated with American sports.
This debut is particularly thrilling for the British, Indian, Pakistani, and Caribbean immigrant communities in the United States, who are some of cricket’s most passionate fans. Some of these fans are even investing in the new league.
Graphic reporter Youyou Zhou covers Canada’s latest initiative to attract skilled workers from the United States. Under this program, these workers, who hold visa-dependent employment, only have 60 days to find new sponsored work if they get laid off. Youyou highlights the value of these immigrants to the United States, particularly in computer-related and specialized fields, such as doctors, professors, accountants, and managers. The lack of security offered to these workers and their families has led to another nation taking advantage of their talents.
The Editorial Board argues for state-level bans on utility shut-offs during hot summers, as lack of access to air conditioning can be as deadly as the absence of heating during winters.
Dana Milbank discusses the confrontation between conservative FBI Director Christopher A. Wray and some Republican members of the House during a heated hearing. Milbank labels their accusations as “wacky” and bases them on falsehoods, highlighting the remarkable interaction.
Jason Willick explores the benefits of adopting “the Israel model” when considering our relationship with Ukraine.
George Will shares his opinion about former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, expressing his dissatisfaction with them both. However, he believes that neither of them will be the inevitable Republican nominee for the 2024 election, which poses potential challenges for President Biden.
And now, it’s time for The Bye-Ku, a goodbye haiku to conclude this newsletter. If you have your own news-inspired haiku, feel free to email it to me along with any questions, comments, compliments, or concerns. Have a splendid weekend!
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