Biden’s State of the Union: Insults, Drops in Viewership, and a Bad Bet on the Election

On Tuesday night, President Joe Biden delivered his first State of the Union address to a nation still divided and reeling from the effects of the pandemic. However, the viewership for the address dropped significantly compared to last year’s address, according to Fox News.

Biden’s address focused on his vision of how to heal the nation, urging Americans to come together and look beyond their differences. He also spoke about the need to create jobs, improve infrastructure, and tackle climate change.

But the speech was not without controversy. During his address, Biden made an off-the-cuff remark about a student who had asked him about his plans for college affordability. He said, “I hope you have lots of luck in your senior year.” The comment sparked debate over what exactly he meant by it, as many interpreted it as an insult.

Meanwhile, The Wall Street Journal suggested that Biden’s address was a “bad bet,” as it did not address the issues that Americans care about most, such as the economy, jobs, and immigration.

The Independent, however, argued that Biden’s “hot mic” moments after the address were the real performance. He was reportedly heard saying, “I think I did OK,” and “I’m so glad that’s over.”

Overall, Biden’s address was met with mixed reactions, and it remains to be seen how it will impact the upcoming election.