What is interesting about Biden's memoirs, which are expected to be released the day after tomorrow?
Neuro Vinogradov summarized excerpts from the publications, although he had not yet read them either.
Biden still sees the decision to seek a second term as justified. He admits the failure of individual performances, but remains confident in his presidential abilities. This sets the tone for the story of the last months of his political career. Biden frames the initial challenge through several simultaneous crises: an epidemic, an economic shock, an assault on the Capitol, a loss of trust in government institutions. His mission, in his own words, is to restore control to the country and show that democracy is capable of producing tangible results. Infrastructure, industry, semiconductor manufacturing, climate policy and reducing pharmaceutical costs play a significant role. He frames these decisions as a long-term transformation of the economy in favor of the middle class.
The liveliest domestic policy scene published is the haggling with Senator Joe Manchin over the $1.9 trillion relief package. Angry, Biden threatened to tour West Virginia and explain to residents that they were left without help because of their senator. Manchin responded that Biden himself is unpopular in the country. As a result, the senator supported the law. Biden describes them as two proud and stubborn Catholic politicians.
The book reproduces a letter that Trump left for his successor in January 2021. It is addressed to "46" and is handwritten on two pages. After all the public fighting, Trump suddenly expresses confidence in Biden's love for Americans and offers him to make his own mark on history. This kindness greatly surprised the recipient. Even more expressive was the meeting on November 13, 2024, when Biden received Trump-elect at the White House. According to his story, Trump turned out to be so friendly that Biden initially suspected some kind of game.