Age-related Concerns and Memory Lapses in Biden's Presidency and Campaign

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Discussion on Joe Biden's memory issues, addressing his age during a press conference, and concerns raised by his slip in calling President C.C. of Egypt the president of Mexico. The chapter explores the ability of Biden to perform presidential duties despite his age-related challenges.

Biden is faltering and Democrats have no plan B. There is another path to winning in 2024 — and I think they should take it. But it would require them to embrace an old-fashioned approach to winning a campaign.

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