The Daily The State of the Union
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Mar 8, 2024 
Jim Tankersley, a White House reporter for The New York Times specializing in economic policy, discusses President Biden's recent State of the Union address. He highlights Biden's strategy to rally support for reelection while confronting potential opponent Donald Trump. They delve into Biden's remarks on democracy's fragility, the implications of economic challenges like shrinkflation, and the administration's agenda on wage growth and housing costs. Tankersley also touches on the president's diplomatic tone regarding immigration and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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Biden's Mission
- Biden's State of the Union address is crucial due to his low approval ratings and the timing coinciding with the start of the general election campaign.
- He aims to reset narratives about his policies, draw contrasts with Trump, and address concerns about his age.
Opening and Putin
- Biden opened with a joke, then addressed threats to democracy, referencing Putin's invasion of Ukraine and comparing him to Hitler.
- He also took a swipe at Trump, accusing him of bowing down to Putin.
Trump's Legacy
- Biden's aides are mystified by what they perceive as American amnesia regarding Trump's presidency and policies.
- Biden aimed to counter this nostalgia by discussing abortion and reproductive freedom.