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President Biden visited Nantucket for the last time during his presidency, making his typical rounds and thanking people for advancements in peace in the Middle East. He also encouraged Americans to remain optimistic.
Authored by Zach Montague
Writing from Nantucket, 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. They also made phone calls to members of the armed services, carrying on a family tradition they have upheld since 1975.
During heavy rains on Thursday, many residents stayed indoors, but President Biden seemed unfazed as he visited the Nantucket fire station. He greeted and interacted with the officers on duty, even exchanging baseball caps with them, all while guiding his grandson Beau through the building.
The president thought deeply about the current political situation in the United States and encouraged Americans to stay true to their values, avoid pessimistic viewpoints, and be mindful of the news they consume.
After looking at recent public opinion surveys showing that most Americans are worried about the country’s direction, Mr. Biden suggested that this may be due to decreasing viewership of traditional news sources and the negative outlook presented on TV.
"I believe there is a reason for that," he stated. "When you watch television, you are often exposed to a lack of positive news stories."
Despite urging Americans to stay positive during uncertain times, the president acknowledged that President-elect Donald J. Trump may encounter challenges ahead. He forecasted that Congress could push Mr. Trump to adjust some of his plans and also subtly criticized a few of his successor’s recent suggestions.
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