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President Biden visited Nantucket for the last time during his presidency. He visited his usual spots and thanked everyone for the progress made towards peace in the Middle East. He also encouraged Americans to remain optimistic.
Written by Zach Montague
Writing from the town of Nantucket in Massachusetts.
On Thursday morning, the president and the first lady visited Massachusetts for their usual Thanksgiving routine. They handed out pumpkin pies to police officers, firefighters, and medics on Nantucket, and also made phone calls to members of the armed services. This tradition has been a part of their family since 1975.
During a rainy day on the island, President Biden visited the Nantucket fire station and interacted with the officers on duty, exchanging baseball caps and smiling as he walked through the hall with his grandson Beau. Residents stayed indoors during the storm.
The president took time to think about the current political atmosphere in the United States, encouraging Americans to stay true to their values, avoid overly pessimistic stories, and be mindful of what news they consume.
Mr. Biden commented on recent public opinion surveys that reveal most Americans are worried about the country’s direction. He believes this is due to a decrease in viewership for traditional news outlets and excessively negative coverage on television.
"I believe there is a reason for that," he mentioned. "When you watch television, there isn’t much positive news being shown."
Although he urged Americans to stay positive during uncertain times, the president also acknowledged potential challenges for President-elect Donald J. Trump. He suggested that Mr. Trump might need to adjust some of his plans based on feedback from Congress, and he offered some gentle criticism towards certain recent ideas proposed by his successor.
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