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Biden visited Nantucket one last time as president, visiting his usual spots and thanking the progress made towards peace in the Middle East. He also encouraged Americans to remain optimistic.
Written by Zach Montague
Coming to you live from 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 in Nantucket and also reached out to members of the armed forces. This tradition has been a part of their family since 1975.
On Thursday, when heavy rains hit the island, many residents stayed indoors. However, President Biden was seen visiting the Nantucket fire station, where he smiled, greeted the officers on duty, and exchanged baseball caps with them. He also brought his grandson Beau along with him during the visit.
The president spent a considerable amount of time discussing the current political atmosphere in the United States, encouraging citizens to stay true to their values, avoid pessimistic narratives, and be mindful of the news they consume.
After reviewing recent public opinion surveys that indicate most Americans are worried about the country’s direction, Mr. Biden stated that he thinks this is due to fewer people tuning in to traditional news sources and the negative outlook often presented on television.
He suggested that the reason for that could be the lack of positive news on television.
Although he urged Americans to stay positive during times of uncertainty, the president also acknowledged that President-elect Donald J. Trump may face challenges in the future. He suggested that Congress could push Mr. Trump to adjust some of his plans, and he mentioned having some reservations about his successor’s recent proposals.
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