Introduction
Joe Biden as the Grinch: You’ve probably seen it on t-shirts and on the faces of your favorite politicians. The Vice President is also being depicted as the “presidential Grinch.” But how can the president and his VP be the same thing? One possible answer is OMB. And the OMB is, of course, the Grinch. And it’s not just a wacky joke.
Joe Biden is depicted as Dr. Seuss' "Grinch" on t-shirts
Despite his unpopularity, former vice president Joe Biden has found his way onto t-shirts this holiday season. “How Biden Stole the Election” emblazoned on one shirt reads, “Biden’s an overachiever who’s more interested in making people laugh than fixing their problems.” And while we’re on the topic of grumpy green recluses, the Grinch has managed to earn the respect of many.
While Dr. Seuss’ books have been controversial in the past, they have become a staple in the children’s world. Many children love Dr. Seuss’ books and have been the face of Read Across America Day for 20 years. However, recent events in the White House have been characterized by controversy surrounding Dr. Seuss. For example, the Virginia school system reportedly dropped Dr. Seuss because of ‘racial undertones.’ But the two presidents have still praised his contributions to children’s literature.
However, not everyone is so thrilled about the trend. There are plenty of conservatives out there who think Seuss isn’t appropriate for kids. But a recent study shows that it’s an extreme example of a more widespread problem. The study found that only 2% of the characters in Dr. Seuss books were non-white. Despite the inclusion of women, girls, and minorities in the books, the lack of representation in the stories perpetuates a racist stereotype.
OMB is the "Grinch"
A recent ad by the Republican State Leadership Committee seeks to paint Democrats as “Grinches” by linking them to inflation and labor shortages. It comes less than a year before the midterm elections, where all 203 state house seats are up for grabs. The ad features images of President Joe Biden, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, and U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Joe Biden's Build Back Better plan is in political wrangling with Congress
A group of centrist Democrats is weighing in on Joe Biden’s Build Back Better plan, but many are skeptical about its total cost. House Democrats approved debate rules Thursday evening, but progressives were quick to raise questions over the plan’s total cost, which is nearly $1 trillion. On Wednesday, President Biden announced details of his plan before traveling to Europe for two major global summits.
President Biden’s Build Back Better plan has faced a number of hurdles in its path to becoming law. The House voted in favor of a scaled-down version of his legislation on Friday, but the bill faces tough times in the Senate. While it is unlikely to pass the Senate, the bipartisan bill will likely be put up for an up or down vote in the House.
While Vice President Biden has said that he expects the House to pass the Build Back Better plan next week, the Senate remains uncertain. The bill’s future could be derailed if Democrats do not win a majority in the Senate. Congressional Democrats have struggled to find common ground over policy positions. Despite a lack of a majority, many Democrats are claiming that the Build Back Better plan is unlikely to pass.
While a majority of Americans believe that President-Elect Biden’s plan is necessary to boost the economy, Republicans aren’t so sure. The plan’s biggest hurdle is COVID-19 relief. It requires a significant economic boost, and will require drastic measures. But it’s still possible to get major regulatory reforms passed if Biden is elected president.
Joe Manchin's stance on the budget bill
Sen. Joe Manchin has withdrawn from talks to bring health care reform to a vote. His statements on health care reform have led some to believe he has reneged on promises made to the White House. Manchin had previously pledged to work with administration officials to reach a compromise agreement and to share a framework for legislation that mirrors President Obama’s $1.85 trillion budget.
The two-year budget bill is an attempt by Democrats to convince the American people that their proposals will not hurt their businesses. Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden recently unveiled a $1.75 trillion budget proposal that includes free preschool for three-year-olds, expanded home care for the elderly, and tax credits for clean energy. The plan, however, drops many progressive priorities like paid family leave benefits and climate control provisions. Manchin has criticized this plan as a “budget gimmick” and demanded that the House act quickly on a $1 trillion infrastructure bill.
The reason Joe Manchin has received so much attention from progressives is because of the fundamental asymmetry between his views and those of his party. As a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Manchin understands the threats facing the United States and is working in bipartisan fashion to protect the American people. His work on national security has also demonstrated that he has no political agenda and believes in an American agenda.
Joe Biden's employee vaccine mandate
President Obama has announced mandatory vaccinations for federal employees and contractors, as well as Head Start workers and the Department of Defense and Bureau of Indian Education. Now, Vice President Biden is going even further. His new vaccine mandate would mandate regular testing, and could potentially cause social distancing among employees. But will this initiative be enough to make the entire workforce comply? It depends on what is meant by “comprehensive” vaccination.
The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has overturned an injunction issued in January by a U.S. district court in Texas blocking enforcement of President Joe Biden’s employee vaccine mandate. Biden had said in September that he would require around 3.5 million government workers to be vaccinated by Nov. 22. He also said he would make religious accommodations to ensure compliance with the order. But the lawsuit has now overturned that ruling.
The decision comes after the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court’s decision to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the requirement. But in January, the same U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Brown had issued a nationwide injunction to block the vaccine mandate. The administration’s lawyers pointed out that the injunction had been rejected by 12 other district courts across the country. While this may not be the end of the case, it may be a beginning for the fight against vaccine mandates.
The Biden Grinch is Coming to Town
If you love children, you’ve probably heard the tale of the biden grinch. A grinch stole a little boy’s Christmas, and now, as the vice president of the United States, Joe Biden’s Christmas is no different. As President of the United States, Joe Biden would have a beautiful house, a fancy plane, and be loved by all. After his tenure, he’d have a comfortable retirement, but then… The Grinch came to town.
Biden's transformational character
Joe Biden has wide ambitions and an impressive record of public service. But unlike his rival Donald Trump, he does not appear to be in it to dominate the nation’s psyche. Unlike Trump, Biden has spent his entire political career selling himself as a blue-collar hero, and his campaign promises have largely been met with negative reviews from both sides of the political spectrum. In contrast, Trump is a man of great ambition who is built on his own ferocious temperament. Biden has a wide base of support and has been able to win the hearts and minds of working-class Americans.
According to the leadership trait analysis framework developed by Margaret Hermann, Joe Biden is an open-minded and willing-to-learn leader who emphasizes consensus building and resolving differences. In addition, Biden’s ability to listen and understand others makes him an ideal candidate for the job. But these qualities can make him vulnerable to manipulation, and may even serve as a hindrance in negotiations and conflicts.
In addition to his role as vice president, Joe Biden was an influential adviser to President Obama and a strong supporter of many of his initiatives. His political career gained momentum after he was elected to the U.S. Senate at the age of 29 in 1972, making him the fifth-youngest senator ever. In addition to guiding Obama’s agenda in the United States, Biden was a father to an eldest son, who died of brain cancer in 2015. After his son’s death, Biden wrote a book about the experience. While his popularity and favorability ratings were high, he opted not to run for president in 2016.
The resulting poll results are much lower than those of the 2020 presidential election. While Democrats think that Biden is likable and intelligent, three of the traits that measure good judgment in times of crisis have dropped. Effective government management, strong leadership, and caring are down by 14 points and 4% respectively, while the Republican view is unchanged. While Republicans still like him, their view of him is mostly middling. And while Biden’s personal traits have remained largely unchanged, they do not appear to be the only trait they admire about him.
His out-liberal nature
Since the inauguration, Joe Biden has embraced a leftist agenda, and central figures in his administration have compared him to former Presidents Lyndon Baines Johnson and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. While Biden genuinely liked flattery, he probably believed it too, but in the charade that was the Biden presidency, it was easy to forget the history. Recently, he found out he can out-liberal big spenders.
His employee vaccine mandate
Republican state attorneys general have threatened to sue to stop the President’s order to require all employees to receive vaccinations. The attorneys general call the mandate “counterproductive and harmful.” However, Republican and industry lobbyists maintain that the threat posed by Covid is not as severe as they make it out to be. The attorneys general point to the increasing levels of vaccination and natural immunity in the U.S. from previous infections, and to the mitigation measures already in place in workplaces.
A recent poll suggests that 70 percent of adult Americans are fully vaccinated. This is a good thing, as it saves lives and protects the economy. However, there is a lot of need for more vaccinations in order to protect our economy, prevent diseases, and speed up the way out of a global pandemic. That is why President Biden has pushed for vaccination mandates for federal employees and employers. The vaccination mandate has been a long-awaited and contentious issue in the United States. In January, the Biden administration issued a new rule requiring private employers to vaccinate their workers. However, private employers can opt to vaccinate their workers with weekly testing results in lieu of mandatory inoculation.
While the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) gave employers with more than 100 workers until January 4, 2022 to comply with the COVID-19 mandate, the new mandate takes a different approach. It eliminates the option of testing for non-vaccinated employees and also limits the scope of the mandate to businesses with at least one hundred employees. In addition to the new mandate, the CMS has issued new FAQs for federal employees, contractors, and visitors to the federal government.
However, even the bipartisan administration cannot do everything. The new mandate requires all employees in Medicare and Medicaid-certified facilities to get the COVID-19 vaccination. Those employees must get the first dose by October 26 and the second dose by November 30. The mandate is not comprehensive and does not cover the many implications of implementing it. However, employers should seek counsel for guidance on their options. Further, the new rule will have a huge impact on the health of American citizens.
