Is Barack Obama's dream, now a reality

[FlyingClayDisk]

I think we'll have to respectfully agree to disagree.

I worked with Alzheimers and dementia patients for awhile in my early work life, and do see a difference between normal aging and rapidly declining cognition.  The presidency is a stressful job, and it does take a terrible toll on anyone in office.  But when I compare Biden to Reagan (who was showing signs of his Alzheimers in office and who was being "helped" by others), I see a clear difference.

And yes, at least some footage was misrepresented or altered (the one where he turns and appears to walk away; a wider view shows that he turned to talk briefly to a skydiver.)

But... as I said, we both have our views and our experiences.  I respectfully disagree with  your conclusions.

I'm not sure I understand your response.  What do you disagree with?  It seems to me you are agreeing with me more than disagreeing.

Do you disagree that Biden's mental capacity appears seriously diminished from that of a fully functioning person (let alone a World leader)?  Do you disagree that his motor skills and appearance are that of a significantly aged person who is not fully aware of their surroundings and who is unable to function normally without significant assistance from others? 

Do you disagree that people in Biden's immediate circle are covering for his handicaps with the specific intent of making these handicaps appear less debilitating, both physically and mentally?

For clarity; there is nothing wrong with getting old, and I am not suggesting anything of the sort.  I have nothing against the elderly.  I am just trying to point out that when elderly persons begin to suffer notable psychological and physiological handicaps there are things they should be restricted from being allowed to do...and serving as Commander in Chief of the most powerful nation in the free World is one of these things.  Do you disagree with this notion?

All due respect, but I am unclear as to what part of this you disagree with.

edit - Regarding Reagan, I would absolutely agree that toward the end of his 2nd term there were people who were covering for his lack of mental stability.  You will get no argument from me.  I would also agree, shielding these mental disabilities, in the general sense, was not in the people's best interest.  However, in the case of Reagan he was very near the end of his final term with no possibility of being re-elected.  There was equally no national crisis taking place during this final chapter of his presidency.  It would have been more disruptive than good to remove him from office at this point (and doubtful it would have even been possible with the little remaining time).  The same could be said for Biden in his current term.  However, there is a stark and disturbing difference with Biden; Biden very much is seeking a follow on term, another four years.  Given his rapid decline in just the past year it seems clear to me he will not be competent to serve even in the first year of his 2nd term let alone the final 3 years following that.  Think about this for a moment.  Can you honestly disagree that Biden does not appear to be competent to serve as President of the United States of America for four more years?

I've used the following question elsewhere to illustrate my point.  Would you trust Joe Biden to drive your children or grandchildren in a car through a busy city?  If the answer to this question is "No" (which it is for me), then how can anyone possibly be endorsing this man for a leadership role as president for another four years?  It's not that Joe Biden has a physical handicap which prevents him from driving a car; it's that Biden's mental capacity is diminished to the point where driving a car would be reckless, much the same as 'driving' a nation.  I am not advocating strongly for removing Biden from office today, it likely wouldn't be possible before January anyway.  The only thing removal 'might' do today is prevent him from seeking office in the future (which would be a responsible thing to do).  What I am advocating is for people (all people, blue and red) to re-evaluate their support of Joe Biden for another 4 year term as president in 2025.