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Biden visited Nantucket for the last time as president, making his typical rounds and thanking everyone for their efforts in achieving peace in the Middle East. He also encouraged Americans to remain optimistic.
Written by Zach Montague
I am currently in Nantucket, Massachusetts.
On Thursday morning, the president and the first lady visited various locations in Massachusetts for Thanksgiving, bringing pumpkin pies to police officers, firefighters, and medics in Nantucket. They also called members of the military, keeping up a tradition that dates back to 1975.
During a rainy day on Thursday, many people stayed indoors on the island, but President Biden decided to visit the Nantucket fire station. He greeted the officers on duty, exchanged baseball caps with them, and happily showed his grandson Beau around the station.
The president spent time thinking 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.
After looking at recent public opinion surveys showing most Americans are worried about the country’s direction, Mr. Biden suggested that this is due to fewer people relying on traditional news sources and the negative outlook often portrayed on television.
He mentioned that there might be a reason for that. He explained that when you watch television, you often see more negative news than positive news.
Despite urging 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 might require Mr. Trump to adjust some of his plans and also expressed some disapproval of his successor’s recent ideas.
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