Miranda Devine’s recent op-ed in the New York Post argues that President Joe Biden is being treated with condescending language by those around him, revealing his significant cognitive decline. Devine points out that White House press secretaries John Kirby and Karine Jean-Pierre have referred to Biden’s media interactions as a “big boy press conference.” Devine describes this phrase as “condescending” for the 81-year-old commander-in-chief. First Lady Jill Biden also patronized her husband after a debate, praising him in a tone that Devine compares to that used for a “potty-training toddler.” According to Devine, these interactions are indicative of a broader trend of infantilizing Biden, akin to the treatment of elderly dementia patients. This kind of language, which Devine terms “elderspeak,” is often seen in caregiving settings but is inappropriate and belittling when used with an adult in a position of power. - With the November election approaching, Devine warns of potential Democratic attempts to manipulate the vote, pointing to their opposition to a Republican bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) supports this bill, suggesting that Democrats want illegal aliens to vote. The White House has announced Biden will veto the bill, intensifying concerns about election integrity. ---
