Key Takeaways:
– President Biden hits out at Trump and his supporters, emphasizing their policy agenda.
– Biden uses humorous overtone, suggesting he’d like to confront “macho guys.”
– The comment draws laughter; continues trend of Biden’s off-the-cuff remark.
– Biden also responds to derogatory comments made about U.S. territory of Puerto Rico, calling it “unconscionable and un-American.”
– His remarks see alteration in official transcript, which caused objections.
– He urges the audience to vote and remember their roots in his speech.
Subheading: Biden Addresses Trump Politics
Coming back to his hometown, President Biden didn’t hold his punches. During a campaign stop in Scranton, Pa, for Vice President Kamala Harris, Biden lambasted former President Trump and his Republican allies. His main point of contention was the desire of Trump’s faction to institute a massive tax reduction for America’s elite.
Biden’s face-to-face with the local chapter of the carpenters union began with him analyzing, “There’s one more thing Trump and his Republican friends want to do. They want to have a giant tax cut for the wealthy.” His comments quickly pivoted to people who back Trump, saying, “Now, I know some of you guys are tempted to think it’s macho guys.”
Subheading: Biting Comments and Quick-Witted Remarks
Biden’s apt for making cheeky comments was evident throughout his speech. He shared a piece of Scranton lore, “I tell you what, man, when I was in Scranton, we used to have a little trouble going down the plot once in a while. These are the kind of guys you’d like to smack in the ass.” These remarks elicited laughter from the crowd.
Subheading: Trump Fires a Salvo at Biden
In parallel, Trump, while addressing a rally in North Carolina, took the opportunity to mock Biden, throwing a rhetorical question at the crowd, “I don’t even know, is he still around?”
Subheading: Biden’s Stepping Away from the Script
Biden frequently pulling away from the political song sheet has now become the new normal, even though his role in promoting Harris was relatively limited. His candidness sparked controversy earlier this week when he responded to racist comments made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe.
Addressing the derogatory remarks about the U.S. island territory of Puerto Rico, he said, “The only garbage I see floating out there is his supporters — his, his demonization of Latinos is unconscionable and it’s un-American.”
Subheading: Call to Vote and Stand by your Roots
Biden, during his stop in Scranton, also conducted traditional call-outs for people to vote. He passionately urged the attendees saying they should do it “for yourself and your families, people you grew up with, the people you come from.” He closed by reminding the crowd, “Don’t forget where you come from, don’t leave behind the people you grew up with.”
Overall, Biden’s campaign stop in Scranton was marked by his fiery address, unfiltered humor, and a sincere appeal to the fundamental values of the American middle class. His candidness came into focus, drawing both support and controversy in equal measures. Yet it clearly resonated with the crowd, reflecting his niche appeal.