With Election Day right around the corner, tensions are reaching a boiling point in the 2024 campaign. Ever since Joe Biden dropped out and Kamala Harris took his place on the ticket, we’ve seen the rhetoric take a turn for the worse.

Democrats have spent weeks accusing Donald Trump and his supporters of being fascists, using fear tactics to rally their base. But as we enter the final stretch, it’s clear they’re ramping things up even further. In his latest speech, Biden took a low shot that could end up alienating key voters at a time when Kamala Harris needs every vote she can get.

It all happened during a campaign stop in Scranton, Pennsylvania—a place Biden likes to remind people is where he’s from. But instead of the usual Scranton nostalgia, he delivered a jab that’s left people questioning the Democrats’ supposed unity message.

Biden’s “Tough Guy” Act Takes a Crude Turn

While in Scranton, Biden didn’t stick to the script. Instead, he dropped what might be his crudest jab yet against Trump’s supporters.

From The Daily Wire:
Biden, who has often capitalized on his ties to Scranton, Pennsylvania, during political campaigns, was attempting to help Harris over the line with just a few days left until the November 5th general election. While speaking to the crowd, he riffed on the Democratic Party’s political nemeses — MAGA Republicans — and said that they were “the kind of guys you’d like to smack in the a**.”

Hear it from his own lips:

Biden: MAGA Republicans "are the kind of guys you'd like to smack in the ass."pic.twitter.com/sflWWrAPMc

— Greg Price (@greg_price11) November 2, 2024

It’s not unusual for Biden to lean into his “Scranton Joe” image. But when he decides to throw in a remark like this one, he’s not just taking aim at Trump—he’s targeting every voter who supports him. Democrats have been pushing this narrative for weeks, portraying Trump’s supporters as the “bad guys,” but it’s not clear this strategy will pay off. For many moderate voters, it may just come across as unnecessary hostility.

Ramping Up Rhetoric Right Before Election Day

This latest insult follows a trend. The Democrats have leaned into this aggressive messaging more and more as Election Day has approached, labeling MAGA supporters with terms like “fascists” and “dangerous.” It’s a gamble. On one hand, this fiery language might energize their base, but it also risks alienating swing voters who don’t appreciate being told they’re backing the “bad guys.”

Biden’s choice to take this low blow at a campaign rally just days before voters head to the polls might even push people toward Trump. Nobody likes to feel disrespected, and Biden’s words certainly didn’t sound like they came from someone who’s interested in uniting the country.

What’s Kamala’s Role in All This?

Interestingly, while Biden was out making these inflammatory comments, Kamala Harris has remained pretty quiet. In the last few days of a campaign, you’d expect the candidate to be front and center, addressing voters directly. Instead, Harris has kept a low profile. Could it be that her campaign strategists are unsure how to handle Biden’s frequent gaffes? Or are they worried that she’ll slip up, too?

Either way, Harris’s silence speaks volumes. It’s as though she’s choosing to let Biden play the “bad cop” role while she stays out of the fray. But in a campaign that has seen so much division and hostility, her absence might come off as complacency.

The Democrats’ Unity Message Falls Apart

The Democratic Party has spent years branding itself as the party of compassion and inclusion. But when they start labeling half the country as “fascists” and cheering for Biden’s insults, it doesn’t exactly give off a unifying vibe. Biden’s harsh words at the rally in Pennsylvania only add to the hypocrisy. How can Democrats claim to be the party of unity while simultaneously mocking and insulting millions of American voters?

Especially when this is the language we have heard from them for years:

The Party of Violent Leadership pic.twitter.com/Z5NWibIbM9

— Steven Miller, MD, PhD (@SageListener) November 2, 2024

If anything, this latest stunt only highlights the divide. Biden’s words may have fired up some of the base, but they’ve also reminded independent voters just how much the Democratic Party has changed.

As the campaign closes, it’s worth remembering that voters want leaders who speak to their values and respect their choices. Biden’s insult may have gotten some laughs at the rally, but it’s unlikely to help Harris win over undecided voters.

Key Takeaways:

• Biden’s “Unity” Message Falters: His crude remark in Pennsylvania alienates moderate voters right before the election.
• Kamala’s Silence: Harris stays quiet amid the drama, leaving Biden to handle the tough talk.
• Risky Rhetoric: The Democrats’ divisive language might energize their base but risks pushing swing voters toward Trump.

Source: Daily Wire