By Matt Underwood Biden warns of ‘dark days’ under Trump, and the sentiment echoing through the digital corridors is… well, it’s not exactly surprise. It’s more a mix of exasperation and a hefty dose of “you think?” The collective feeling seems to be that the warnings are arriving a bit late to the party. The general consensus leans towards the idea that the “dark days” have already started, or, as one commenter put it, “We’re already there man!” The idea of a warning coming now feels a bit like being told to brace for impact *during* the crash.
One of the dominant themes revolves around the feeling that President Biden himself bears a significant portion of the responsibility for this unfolding scenario. The prevailing argument centers on the assertion that he had a four-year window to prevent this very outcome, a chance to take decisive action, and failed to do so. This failure is often attributed to a lack of action regarding the prosecution of Donald Trump for events related to January 6th. The frustration is palpable: “He had four years to do something and did… fuck all.” The belief is that if the Justice Department, under Merrick Garland, had acted swiftly and decisively, as some other countries have done, the situation might have been different.
The choice to re-enter the political arena for a second term after promising to be a transitional president further fuels this critique. This decision is often viewed as a misstep that ultimately hurt the party. Many believe that Biden should have stepped aside, making way for a younger, more dynamic candidate. The sentiment here is that this miscalculation played a key role in opening the door to a potential Trump return. The feeling is that Biden “robbed us of a proper primary” and that this contributed significantly to the current state of affairs.
Another major point of contention is the appointment of Merrick Garland as Attorney General. The criticism is sharp: “Biden’s gravest error was appointing Merrick Garland as AG.” The perception is that Garland’s perceived inaction, or slow pace, in prosecuting Trump was a critical error, a “greatest unforced error in our nation’s history.” The sentiment is that a more assertive Attorney General could have significantly altered the course of events. The prevailing feeling is that a “real AG” would have taken swift action to hold Trump and others accountable.
The general consensus points to Biden’s failures as a source of the current situation. The reactions are overwhelmingly negative, with many people expressing outrage. The warnings feel more like an exercise in stating the obvious than providing genuine insight. The frustration stems from a feeling of lost opportunity. “Warns? It’s already started,” is the tone. There’s a sense of “Thanks Captain Obvious” echoing through the digital landscape, as the warnings feel more like a post-mortem analysis rather than a preemptive measure.
There is a palpable sense of disappointment in the left, with a feeling that people in power have let the nation down. The reaction to Biden’s comments is deeply critical. It is a reminder that in politics, as in life, actions speak louder than words. Now, the feeling is that Biden’s words of warning are simply not enough, and that the damage is already done.