President Biden on Monday evening during his DNC speech rehashed a debunked claim that former President Donald Trump spoke favorably of neo-Nazis in 2017 following the Charlottesville “Unite the Right” rally.
“We’re in a battle for the very soul of America. I ran for president in 2020 because of what I saw in Charlottesville in August of 2017. Extremists coming out of the woods carrying torches, their veins bulging from their necks, carrying Nazi swastikas and chanting the same exact antisemitic bile that was heard in Germany in the early ’30s,” Biden said just after 10:30 CT on Monday night.
“When the president was asked what he thought had happened, Donald Trump said, and I quote, ‘There are very fine people on both sides.’ My God, that’s what he said. That is what he said and what he meant. That’s when I realized … I could not stay on the sidelines. So I ran,” Biden continued, citing the debunked claim about Trump.
Biden has repeatedly and emphatically cited the riots in Charlottesville, Virginia, for spewing antisemitic rhetoric and claiming Trump spoke favorably of neo-Nazis.
Biden’s Broken Record: The Charlottesville Myth That Won’t Die
It seems our dear President Biden has found his favorite bedtime story, and he’s sticking to it. Like a broken record player stuck on repeat, he keeps rehashing the Charlottesville incident as if it’s the only card in his deck. One might wonder if he’s forgotten about all the other pressing issues facing our nation. Perhaps we should send him a friendly reminder about inflation, border security, or the energy crisis?
But let’s not be too harsh on old Joe. After all, it must be challenging to keep track of reality when you’re busy rewriting history. It’s almost as if he’s auditioning for a role in a political fantasy novel rather than leading the free world.
The Fact-Check Fiasco: When Even Snopes Says You’re Wrong
In a twist that would make even the most seasoned politicians blush, left-leaning fact-checking website Snopes published a piece debunking the claim that Trump called neo-Nazis “very fine people.” Yes, you read that right. When Snopes, the darling of the left, tells you you’re wrong, it might be time to retire that talking point.
“While Trump did say that there were ‘very fine people on both sides,’ he also specifically noted that he was not talking about neo-Nazis and White supremacists and said they should be ‘condemned totally.’ Therefore, we have rated this claim ‘False,'” Snopes wrote at the time.
Imagine that! A fact-checker actually fact-checking. It’s almost as rare as a politician admitting they were wrong. Speaking of which, we’re still waiting on that admission, Mr. President.
Democratic Denial: The Art of Ignoring Inconvenient Truths
Despite the fact-check and Trump’s repeated clarifications, Democrats seem to have developed a peculiar hearing problem. It’s as if they’ve mastered the art of selective listening, tuning out anything that doesn’t fit their narrative. One might suggest they invest in some high-quality hearing aids, but then again, there’s no device powerful enough to overcome willful ignorance.
Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign, not to be outdone in the misinformation marathon, recently posted about the protests on the 7th anniversary of the rally, perpetuating the same debunked claim. It’s almost admirable how committed they are to their version of events, facts be damned.
Biden’s Late-Night Comedy Hour at the DNC
Biden took the DNC’s stage on the first evening of the convention at about 11:30 p.m. ET, wrapping up after midnight. One has to wonder if the late timing was an attempt to catch the audience when they’re too tired to fact-check in real-time. Or perhaps it was a clever ploy to compete with late-night comedy shows? After all, Biden’s retellings of debunked claims could give professional comedians a run for their money.
Harris, in her brief appearance, praised Biden, saying, “We are forever grateful to you.” One can’t help but wonder if she’s grateful for his masterclass in how not to fact-check or for setting the bar so low that anyone could look good in comparison.
Democratic Delusions: Moving Forward or Spinning in Circles?
Harris boldly declared, “This November, we will come together and declare with one voice as one people, ‘we are moving forward with optimism, hope and faith.'” It’s a lovely sentiment, but one might ask: forward to where exactly? To a land where facts are optional and history is rewritten at will?
The Democratic slogan “When we fight, we win” takes on a whole new meaning when you realize they’re fighting against reality itself. And in that battle, I’m afraid, there are no winners.
The Protest Predicament: When Your Own Side Turns Against You
As the DNC kicked off, anti-Israel and other left-wing protesters descended on Chicago, slamming Biden and Harris for their support of Israel. It’s a classic case of the left eating its own, a spectacle as predictable as it is entertaining for conservative onlookers.
The irony of “The March on the DNC 2024” is thicker than pea soup. Thousands of activists, presumably many of whom voted for Biden, now find themselves at odds with their chosen leader. It’s almost as if policies have consequences, and empty promises don’t translate well into real-world governance. Who knew?
Conclusion: The Charlottesville Charade Continues
As we watch this political theater unfold, one can’t help but marvel at the Democrats’ commitment to their narrative, facts and reality notwithstanding. It’s a reminder that in the world of politics, truth is often the first casualty.
For conservatives, this spectacle serves as both entertainment and a cautionary tale. It’s a stark reminder of the importance of fact-checking, critical thinking, and not getting caught in the echo chamber of political narratives.
As we move forward to the 2024 elections, let’s hope that voters will seek truth over convenient fictions, and that our leaders will prioritize actual issues over rehashed myths. But then again, in the world of politics, hope springs eternal – even if facts are in short supply.
Table of Contents
- Biden’s Broken Record: The Charlottesville Myth That Won’t Die
- The Fact-Check Fiasco: When Even Snopes Says You’re Wrong
- Democratic Denial: The Art of Ignoring Inconvenient Truths
- Biden’s Late-Night Comedy Hour at the DNC
- Democratic Delusions: Moving Forward or Spinning in Circles?
- The Protest Predicament: When Your Own Side Turns Against You
- Conclusion: The Charlottesville Charade Continues
