Joe Biden's Decline and Cover-Up

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The book 'Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again' by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson chronicles Joe Biden's decline over his time in the White House and efforts to keep it hidden. It discusses moments where Biden struggled to remember names and the revelation of his aggressive prostate cancer. The inner circle around Biden shielded him from others, leading to a tighter and more restricted schedule. Despite the decline, Biden still believes he could have won the election.

Key Points

  • Biden struggled to remember names of close aides, raising concerns about his mental acuity
  • His aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis highlighted his vulnerabilities
  • The inner circle around Biden intentionally shielded him from others and restricted his schedule to hide his decline

Pros

  • Reveals insights into Joe Biden's decline over time
  • Sheds light on efforts to hide Biden's health issues from the public

Cons

  • Could be seen as a biased portrayal of Biden's presidency