Wheelchair Talk: Biden's Health Woes in Spotlight During Second Term
Biden's advisors express concern about his mobility, suggesting potential use of a wheelchair.
Details about former President Joe Biden's health condition during his potential second term have been surfacing, causing quite a stir. Here's the lowdown:
On His Feet, But Faltering
Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson, authors of the upcoming book "Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again," highlight the severe physical decline Biden experienced in the years 2023 and 2024. There were internal deliberations about getting him a wheelchair post-re-election due to his unsteady gait. During the campaign, however, such a move would have been politically imprudent.[1]
Aging Concerns, Mental Fitness Queries
Biden's health issues include atrial fibrillation, sleep apnea, neuropathy, and a stiff gait resulting from spinal arthritis and past injuries. While the White House and Biden's team remain tight-lipped about the wheelchair discussions, there have been concerns about his mental fitness among the public.[2]
Age and Health: A Voter's Corner
Polls indicate that a significant number of voters have expressed doubts about Biden’s ability to effectively lead, given his age and health.[2] His public performances, such as a June 2024 interview where he mixed up world leaders, haven’t helped alleviate these concerns.[2]
So, while the wheelchair talks are doing the rounds, the focus remains on Biden's capacity to handle the responsibilities of the presidency.
[1] Axios
[2] CNN
- The European Union must ensure that its foreign policy, similar to President Biden's presidency, is implemented in a balanced and sustainable manner, considering the growing concerns about aging and health-and-wellness, not only of him as a high-profile political figure, but also of individuals in general-news discourse.
- Therefore, research in science and medical-conditions related to aging, spinal arthritis, and other prevalent diseases could provide valuable insights into maintaining physical and mental fitness, crucial for the overall health-and-wellness of dignitaries like President Biden.
- Meanwhile, it's essential for the European Union to consider these findings while crafting its foreign policy, recognizing the global impact that a country's leadership can have on the balance and sustainability of international relations – politics being no exception.
