Ever get that peculiar, almost guilty pleasure watching a carefully constructed house of cards begin to wobble? You know, the kind built by people who assured everyone, with unshakeable confidence, that their architectural genius was beyond reproach. It’s a universal human thing, I suppose, to observe the dawning realization on their faces as the inevitable gravitational pull of reality takes over.
And then, of course, comes the truly entertaining part: the frantic search for who, precisely, is to blame for the foundation cracks and the leaning tower of political piffle. It’s rarely a moment for quiet introspection or humble acknowledgment of, say, using soggy cardboard for load-bearing walls. Oh no, it’s far more exhilarating when the finger-pointing begins, especially when it’s directed inward.
Well, grab your preferred beverage and settle in, because the Democratic party is currently staging a command performance of just such a spectacle. Fresh off a 2024 election that didn’t quite go their way (understatement of the year, Americans), the knives are out, and they seem to be aimed squarely at each other’s backs. The theme? “It wasn’t my fault!” And leading the charge with some particularly spicy revelations is none other than a top adviser from the Harris-Walz presidential campaign.
A new book, “Original Sin: President Biden’s Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again,” by CNN’s Jake Tapper and Axios’ Alex Thompson, is spilling all sorts of Democratic tea. And David Plouffe, a senior adviser to the Harris campaign, isn’t mincing words. According to The Blaze, which got a peek at the book:
From ‘The Blaze’ (quoting “Original Sin”):
“It’s all Biden. … He totally f***ed us,”
Plouffe reportedly continued, lamenting that former President Biden’s brief re-election attempt was a “f***ing nightmare” for Kamala Harris’s chances. Suddenly, all those conservative commentators who raised alarms about Biden’s fitness for years don’t seem so “fringe” anymore, do they?
What Were They Hiding, Exactly?
It seems the “f***ing nightmare” wasn’t just about a late start. The book, and reporting from outlets like NBC News, paints a picture of a Democratic inner circle deeply concerned about Biden’s state, yet determined to push forward. Plouffe himself mentioned taking calls from donors worried about Biden’s mental decline, only to be “reassured by the Democratic Party as well as officials at the White House that Biden was in good enough health.” Reassurances that, in hindsight, look rather… optimistic.
Perhaps the most jaw-dropping tidbit from “Original Sin” is the revelation that Biden’s aides actually considered obtaining a wheelchair for him due to his rapidly deteriorating physical health. The reason they reportedly decided against it? It would have hurt his re-election campaign. Optics over honesty – a classic Washington play, but one that speaks volumes about the lengths to which they were willing to go to maintain a facade. This wasn’t just about policy disagreements; this was about potentially misleading the American people on a fundamental level.
The Blame Carousel: Everyone Grab a Seat!
Naturally, Plouffe isn’t the only one playing this game. NBC News notes that “Party leaders who long tiptoed around Joe Biden’s health…now seem to be settling on a new tack…It’s all Biden’s fault.” Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has also reportedly pointed fingers at Biden for not stepping aside sooner. But the circular firing squad doesn’t stop there.
Chris Korge, the DNC Finance Chair, isn’t buying Plouffe’s excuse. He told NBC News, “I find it rich that consultants who lost that election are now trying to blame Joe Biden.” Korge believes they had all the money they needed but “found a way to not use our money wisely.” Then there’s Adam Green of the Progressive Change Campaign Committee, who went further, suggesting Harris was a “flawed candidate” and that Plouffe was just trying to “whitewash” a bad campaign. So, was it Biden? The consultants? Harris? The “broken economic system” Green also cited? It’s like a political game of Clue, but everyone is Colonel Mustard in the conservatory with the lead pipe.
“If Onlys” and “Should Haves”: The Democrat Regret Tour
The rearview mirror is always 20/20, isn’t it? Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar lamented to NBC News, “Yes, we would have been better served by a primary.” Ya think? Jen O’Malley Dillon, a key figure in both Biden’s White House and campaign, complained on a podcast about the difficulty of a “107-day race” for Harris once Biden finally stepped aside. The unasked question, as NBC points out, is what role these very same people played in creating the predicament they were now decrying.
It’s a fascinating, if not entirely surprising, unraveling. When a political movement prioritizes narratives over reality, and personal ambition over principle, the eventual implosion is not a matter of ‘if,’ but ‘when.’ For those of us who champion common sense, fiscal responsibility, and a clear-eyed view of leadership, it’s a stark reminder of why those values are so crucial for the nation’s health. The Democrats are busy devouring themselves, and frankly, it’s hard to look away.
Key Takeaways:
- Top Democrat insiders now openly admit former President Biden was the anchor that sank their 2024 ship.
- The Democratic party is in chaos, with factions blaming Biden, consultants, and even Harris for the loss.
- Revelations suggest a deliberate effort to conceal Biden’s declining health, further eroding public trust.
