CONSERVATIVES LOVE FOR JOE
to attract them – it will be that much harder to maintain the dynamism of the American economy and the richness of a culture that’s a mishmash of immigrants from everywhere... which is how it’s always been. But don’t take my word for it. Listen to Ronald Reagan... In 1981, the Gipper opened his “Statement on the United States Immigration and Refugee Policy” like this: “Our nation is a nation of immigrants. More than any other country, our strength comes from our own immigrant heritage and our capacity to welcome those from other lands.” And it’s worth noting, Reagan’s third bullet point observed that “Illegal immigrants in considerable numbers have become productive members of our society and are a basic part of our work force. Those who have established
breathing: It’s unnatural and impossible. Under President Biden, the Second Amendment will remain unfettered. Around 57% of Americans are in favor of some form of gun control. But even the most modest interpretation (say, banning assault weapons) won’t get far, due to the continued strength of the gun lobby. Joe Biden – regardless of pressure from the progressive wing of the Democratic party – isn’t going to bring socialism to America... since it’s already here. Biden won’t be able to save the U.S. dollar from the terminal decline that stems in part from America’s astronomical debt... not even a nerdy economist version of a Marvel superhero gang could. The U.S. dollar’s role as the world’s reserve currency isn’t ending tomorrow – but its long, slow decline will continue under President Biden. –––––––– Biden was elected president as a cross between an all-you-can-eat buffet (where even the pickiest eater can find something that appeals) and a beige Honda Odyssey minivan (bland, durable, and practical... with lots of cup holders). He’s not built for bold. That’s just as well, since a deeply polarized electorate didn’t give the Democratic party a strong mandate in a closely contested election. And it wouldn’t do anything to bridge the gap with alienated Republicans. But that gap might be smaller than they think... Let’s hope so.
equities in the United States should be recognized and accorded legal status.”
BUTWAIT: WHAT PRESIDENT BIDEN ISN’T GOING TO DO... There’s also lots for conservatives to like about what President Biden isn’t going to do... whether it’s because he can’t (see Problem No. 2 at the top)... or because he lied (see Problem No. 1 above). Though he hasn’t said he would, in any case Biden is not going to “drain the swamp,” to borrow Trump’s phrase. Biden grew up in the swamp of American politics – trying to kill his natural habitat would be like a normal (nonpolitician) pledging to, say, stop
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