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Biden visited Nantucket for the last time as President. During his visit, he followed his typical routine, thanking others for the advancements made towards peace in the Middle East and encouraging Americans to maintain a sense of optimism.
Written by Zach Montague
Writing from the location of Nantucket, Massachusetts.
On Thursday morning, the president and the first lady visited Massachusetts as part of their usual Thanksgiving routine. They handed out pumpkin pies to police officers, firefighters, and medics on Nantucket, while also reaching out to members of the armed services. This tradition has been carried out by their family since 1975.
On Thursday, when heavy rains hit the island, President Biden visited the Nantucket fire station. He greeted the officers on duty, exchanged baseball caps with them, and walked around the station with his grandson Beau. Most residents stayed indoors during the storm.
The president thought deeply 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 what news they consume.
Mr. Biden discussed how recent public opinion polls have revealed that a majority of Americans are worried about the country’s direction. He believes this is due to fewer people turning to traditional news sources and the negative outlook often portrayed on television.
He mentioned that there is a reason for that. When you watch TV, you tend to see more negative news than positive news.
Despite urging Americans to stay positive in uncertain times, the president also acknowledged that President-elect Donald J. Trump may encounter obstacles in the future. He suggested that Congress might push Mr. Trump to adjust some of his plans and also expressed mild disapproval of some of the incoming president’s recent ideas.
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