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Today, we will be discussing Joe Biden,

Joe Biden is the 46th President of the United States and the oldest person to hold the
office. He took office on January 20, 2021, after serving as the Vice President of the United
States under President Barack Obama.
Before becoming Vice President, Biden served in the United States Senate for more than
35 years, representing the state of Delaware. He was first elected to the Senate in 1972, at
the age of 29, and went on to become one of the longest-serving Senators in U.S. history.

Biden is a member of the Democratic Party and is known for his centrist approach to
politics. He is seen as a strong advocate for middle-class Americans and has a long history
of working on issues related to foreign policy, crime prevention, and civil rights.

As President, Biden has focused on addressing the COVID-19 pandemic, improving the
economy, and addressing racial inequality. He has also worked to strengthen the United
States' relationships with its allies and to re-engage in international organizations and
agreements.

Biden was born on November 20, 1942, in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He received a bachelor's
degree in history and political science from the University of Delaware and later earned a
law degree from Syracuse University. He and his wife, Jill, have one son, Beau, and two
granddaughters.
Before entering politics, Biden worked as a public defender and then as an attorney in
private practice.

He has been married twice. His first wife, Neilia Hunter, and their daughter, Naomi, were
killed in a car accident in 1972, just weeks after he was elected to the Senate. He later
married Jill Tracy Jacobs, and the couple has one son, Hunter.
Biden has faced several personal tragedies throughout his life, including the deaths of his
first wife and daughter, as well as the death of his son Beau from brain cancer in 2015. He
has spoken openly about the impact these events have had on him and how they have
shaped his perspective on life and politics.
In the Senate, Biden was known for his work on issues related to foreign policy, criminal
justice reform, and drug policy. He was also involved in the confirmation hearings for
several Supreme Court justices, including Robert Bork, Clarence Thomas, and Brett
Kavanaugh.
As Vice President, Biden played a key role in the Obama Administration's efforts to address
the 2008 financial crisis, pass the Affordable Care Act, and negotiate the Iran nuclear deal.
In the 2020 presidential campaign, Biden ran on a platform of unity and healing, and he
has continued to emphasize these themes since taking office. He has also focused on
addressing the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuilding the economy, as well as tackling issues
such as climate change and racial inequality

Joe Biden is a controversial figure for a variety of reasons. Some of the criticisms that have
been leveled against him include:
● His handling of the Anita Hill hearings: In 1991, Biden was chairman of the Senate
Judiciary Committee and oversaw the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court
nominee Clarence Thomas. During the hearings, Anita Hill testified that Thomas
had sexually harassed her when they worked together. Biden faced criticism for the
way he handled Hill's testimony and for not calling other witnesses who could have
corroborated her story.
● His role in the 1994 crime bill: As a Senator, Biden was a strong proponent of the
1994 crime bill, which provided funding for more police officers and stricter
sentencing guidelines. The bill has been credited with helping to reduce crime
rates, but it has also been criticized for contributing to the mass incarceration of
African Americans and other minority groups.
● His past support for tough-on-crime policies: Biden has faced criticism for his past
support of tough-on-crime policies, such as the 1994 crime bill, as well as for his
role in the creation of the "drug czar" position in the 1980s, which was responsible
for coordinating the federal government's efforts to combat drug trafficking and
drug abuse. Some have argued that these policies disproportionately impacted
minority communities and contributed to mass incarceration.
● Sexual assault allegations: In 2020, Tara Reade, a former staffer for Biden, accused
him of sexually assaulting her in 1993. Biden has denied the allegations and no
evidence has emerged to support Reade's claims. However, the allegations have led
some to question Biden's suitability for the presidency.
● His age: At 78 years old, Biden is the oldest person to ever be inaugurated as
President. Some have raised concerns about his age and whether he has the energy
and stamina to effectively carry out the duties of the presidency.

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