DNC Day 2: Biden Touts Debunked Line, Throws Lifeline to Terror Supporters

Prof. Deon Lakin
August 22, 2024 06:03am
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Former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will take to the virtual stage on the second day of the Democratic National Convention, while President Biden's speech drew criticism for promoting a false claim and offering support to terrorist sympathizers.

Former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama are set to deliver keynote speeches on the second day of the Democratic National Convention, while President Biden's address on Monday night drew criticism for promoting a false claim and offering support to terrorist sympathizers.

During his speech, Biden falsely claimed that the Affordable Care Act was passed with bipartisan support, a statement that has been repeatedly debunked. The law was passed in 2010 with only Democratic votes in Congress.

DNC Day 2: Biden Touts Debunked Line, Throws Lifeline to Terror Supporters

Biden also sparked controversy by declaring that the United States must "defeat the forces of tyranny that throb throughout the world." This statement was widely seen as a reference to the Global War on Terror, a campaign that has been criticized for its heavy reliance on military force and its infringement on civil liberties.

The Biden campaign has since defended the president's remarks, arguing that he was referring to the threat of terrorism in general, not specifically to any one group or organization. However, critics argue that Biden's language was deliberately ambiguous and could be interpreted as a sign of support for authoritarian regimes.

DNC Day 2: Biden Touts Debunked Line, Throws Lifeline to Terror Supporters

In addition to the president's speech, the second night of the DNC featured appearances from several high-profile Democrats, including former President Bill Clinton, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Senator Elizabeth Warren. The speakers focused on criticizing President Trump's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, his economic policies, and his attacks on democracy.

The Republican National Convention is scheduled to begin on Monday, August 24th. President Trump is expected to deliver his acceptance speech on the final night of the convention, August 27th.