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Biden visited Nantucket for the last time as President. He visited his usual spots, thanking people for the advancements made towards peace in the Middle East and encouraging Americans to remain optimistic.
Written by Zach Montague
Writing from Nantucket, Massachusetts.
On Thursday morning, the president and the first lady visited Massachusetts for their annual Thanksgiving tradition. They handed out pumpkin pies to police officers, firefighters, and medics in Nantucket and also reached out to members of the armed services. This has been a tradition for them 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 greeting them with a smile. He also walked through the hall with his grandson Beau.
The president spent a significant amount of time discussing the current political atmosphere in the United States, encouraging Americans to stay true to their identity, avoid pessimistic stories, and be mindful of what news they are exposed to.
Mr. Biden observed that recent public opinion surveys indicate that many Americans are worried about the country’s current direction. He thinks this is due to fewer people relying on traditional news sources and the overly negative outlook presented on television.
He mentioned that he believes there is a reason for that. When you watch television, there is a lack of positive news being broadcasted.
Despite urging Americans to stay positive during uncertain times, the president acknowledged that President-elect Donald J. Trump may face challenges in the future. He suggested that Congress could pressure Mr. Trump to adjust some of his plans and subtly expressed disapproval of some of his successor’s recent ideas.
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