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President Biden made his last visit to Nantucket before leaving office. During his visit, he visited his usual spots and thanked those involved in the progress made towards peace in the Middle East. He also encouraged Americans to remain hopeful during these challenging times.
Written by Zach Montague
Writing from the location of Nantucket, Massachusetts.
On Thursday morning, the president and first lady of the United States visited Massachusetts for their usual Thanksgiving routine. They handed out pumpkin pies to police officers, firefighters, and medics on Nantucket. Additionally, they reached out to members of the armed services to express their gratitude, a tradition they have maintained since 1975.
During a rainy day on the island, the majority of people stayed indoors on Thursday. However, President Biden was seen smiling as he visited the Nantucket fire station. He greeted the officers on duty, exchanged baseball caps, and walked through the hall with his grandson Beau.
The president took some time to think about the current political atmosphere in the United States, and encouraged Americans to stay true to their values, avoid pessimistic stories, and be mindful of where they get their news from.
After considering recent surveys showing most Americans are worried about the country’s direction, Mr. Biden suggested this may be due to fewer people getting their news from traditional sources and the negative tone often seen on television.
"I believe there is a reason for that," he stated. "When you watch television, positive news is not always the main focus."
Despite his call for Americans to stay positive during uncertain times, the president acknowledged that President-elect Donald J. Trump may encounter challenges in the future. He suggested that Congress may push Mr. Trump to adjust some of his plans and also expressed mild disapproval of some of his successor’s recent proposals.
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