Maddow on Democratic ticket switch: 'The old era is over, and the new era is here.'

Rachel Maddow reviews the state of the 2024 presidential race and how the switch at the top of the Democratic ticket from Joe Biden to Kamala Harris has changed everything about the race.
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[@vee8213]

I don’t know why the media is surprised. They drove it.

[@giovannituber2827]

Don't look there, everything is fine. You will believe whatever this party tells you! Got it?

[@user-tj8hv7vr9i]

The Media wanted this Beware of what you wish for it just might be 4 yr of Trump

[@royroy3]

For real. Self fulfilling prophecy

[@Tomscomment]

It takes two to tango. This is an absurd talking point leading nowhere. Maybe go for a more diversified and also healthier media diet.

[@Josh-fb4rj]

The media's position was driven directly by Biden's own declining behavior. To blame the media for that is beyond lunacy....

[@GeovannyVicenteRomero]

The media acting like they didn't see this coming is the funniest part.

[@yota8325]

Pure comedy

[@57highland]

@@GeovannyVicenteRomero When in doubt, bash the media, right?

[@GeovannyVicenteRomero]

@@yota8325 Super funny!

[@abaddon4823]

When in denial, support the media, right?

[@spicysealion-et8kf]

The recent trend was for elderly Democrats to hold power until death. It was unexpected for Biden to leave early.

[@PhoenixPrime]

Let’s go, Kamala!!! You’ve got my vote!!!

[@CHIEF_420]

Por democracia... 🇺🇲

[@controlyourself806]

This is going to be 2016 😂 what a mistake

[@allears90802]

Democrats need to do special election to find more names for transparency for Campaign 2024. No backroom shimmy's, watch where and who taps into Campaign 2024 funding collected totals.

[@Dylan-gh4so]

trash candidate!

[@johnhudson2655]

Yeah, Kamala "The Laughing Hyena". But she won't be laughing trying to debate PRESIDENT TRUMP because he will make a total laughing stock of her!

[@ShirleyZwahl]

I think it’s sad that he wasn’t given the respect he deserved by the press or some members of the Democratic Party. I hope President Biden has a full, and happy life in retirement. He deserves it. He has put so much of himself into working for Americans even in the face of his personal tragedies. I have a lot of respect for him and I wish him well.

[@marktaylor8695]

Name a single policy he drove in 50 years that was successful. Just ONE policy. Name it. You can't because you're nothing more than a soppy sycophant

[@richardadams6988]

He will be fine

[@davereesor4116]

Biden always got far more respect then he deserved. He was a Serial liar, a racist, and a mediocrity.

[@Litebread_P]

@@marktaylor8695 Here are the verified and provable accomplishments of Joe Biden's administration: ### Year One 1. **Reversed Trump's Muslim Ban**: Executive Order 13985, signed on January 20, 2021, reversed the travel ban on several predominantly Muslim countries. 2. **American Rescue Plan Act of 2021**: Passed in March 2021, this $1.9 trillion stimulus bill provided direct relief to Americans, expanded the Child Tax Credit, and funded COVID-19 vaccinations. 3. **Ended the War in Afghanistan**: The U.S. completed its withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021, following the agreement negotiated by the Trump administration. 4. **Reduction of Poverty Levels**: The expanded Child Tax Credit and other measures in the American Rescue Plan significantly reduced poverty levels, including child poverty. 5. **Student Loan Debt Cancellation**: The Department of Education cancelled nearly $10 billion in student loan debt for borrowers with disabilities, borrowers defrauded by for-profit colleges, and public service workers. 6. **Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act**: Signed in November 2021, this $1.2 trillion bill is the largest infrastructure investment in decades. 7. **Unemployment Rate Drop**: The unemployment rate dropped from 6.2% in January 2021 to 3.9% by December 2021, influenced by the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. ### Year Two 1. **Inflation Reduction Act of 2022**: Passed in August 2022, this act includes measures to reduce inflation, address climate change, and lower prescription drug costs. 2. **Additional Student Loan Debt Cancellation**: The Biden administration cancelled a further $25 billion in student loan debt, including for public service workers and those with disabilities. 3. **Bipartisan Safer Communities Act**: Signed in June 2022, this is the first major federal gun safety legislation in nearly 30 years. 4. **CHIPS and Science Act of 2022**: Passed to boost U.S. semiconductor production and innovation. 5. **Health Care Subsidies**: Extended ACA subsidies and capped insulin prices for Medicare recipients. 6. **Medicare Drug Price Negotiation**: The Inflation Reduction Act includes provisions for Medicare to negotiate drug prices. 7. **Unemployment Rate**: Reached a 50-year low, with significant job growth. ### Year Three 1. **Social Security and Medicare Cuts**: During the State of the Union, Biden highlighted past Republican attempts to cut these programs, leading to a public commitment to preserve them. 2. **Extended Student Loan Debt Cancellation**: Additional rounds brought the total to approximately $127 billion in debt relief. 3. **Prolonged Job Growth**: Achieved 34 straight months of job growth as of October 2023. 4. **Reduction in Child Poverty**: The Expanded Child Tax Credit significantly reduced child poverty rates. 5. **Post-Pandemic Economic Recovery**: The U.S. led global economic recovery post-pandemic. 6. **Black Unemployment Rate**: Achieved the lowest Black unemployment rate in history at 4.7%. 7. **Diversity in Judicial Appointments**: Majority of Biden’s appointed judges are women and racial or ethnic minorities. 8. **Paid Sick Days for Rail Workers**: Secured paid sick days for rail workers after continued pressure on rail companies. ### Year Four (so far) 1. **Student Loan Debt Cancellation**: An additional $1.2 billion in debt cancellation. 2. **GDP Growth**: Achieved a 3.1% GDP growth, defying recession predictions. 3. **Modernizing Ports**: Announced plans to modernize American ports. 4. **Rescinding "Denial of Care" Rule**: Ensured healthcare workers cannot deny medical care based on personal beliefs. 5. **Crime Rates**: Achieved a significant drop in violent crime since 2020. 6. **Water Infrastructure**: Allocated $5.8 billion for clean water projects and infrastructure upgrades. These accomplishments are documented through executive orders, legislative actions, and official government reports.

[@user-jw4bs3ui6u]

cue the circus music....

[@andercoyote4170]

Thank you Joe.💙 I wanted you to continue. You were the best President we’ve had in decades. But this may be your greatest act of patriotism yet. History sir will show you the high place of honor you deserve. This American salutes you. 🇺🇸✨

[@BrooklynLilly]

🎯

[@MBJean]

😊🎉❤

[@jenz5607]

I am heartbroken that President Biden will not be running but I have the utmost respect for him and his decision. We must all step up and support Kamala Harris and save our democracy! If we unite we will be victorious!

[@BrooklynLilly]

🎯

[@ralphbrown5183]

United and Ready! Vote Blue 💙💙💙💙

[@johnsherman6718]

The Hyena?🙄 NEVER!!!!!

[@greg-jp8km]

Democracy 😂😂😂. They just orchestrated a coup against the President of the United States

[@mountaintyme2000]

We don't support oligarchs. You're thinking of the Republicans.

[@tonyscott6837]

In my opinion, the media played a significant role in influencing his decision. Regardless of one's personal beliefs, it is difficult for anyone to remain unaffected by constant negative media coverage. News stations such as NBC, MSNBC, and others have a responsibility to present a balanced and objective perspective.

[@richmind5867]

MSNBC are the worst of them all

[@elmavite1133]

I agree ☝🏼

[@denniscolley152]

For sure, one could only hope, Maddow will own what she and the others pushed for in the eternal ratings game vs actually staying true to one idea or person.

[@robsantana629]

However he came to the decision it was the right one. Joe needs rest and to let a younger stronger candidate get in there. It was inevitable. Cognitive decline only gets worse and the stress of the presidency is no match for anyone in his condition.

[@AndrewSimpson-us9lf]

NBC and MSNBC was, is, and always will be nothing but a hive of pretentiously lying talking heads! And very geeky looking ones at that!

[@MrSmithGuy]

I cannot wait for the Trump/Harris debate, it is going to be absolute carnage!

[@Ferret1900]

Trump thinks that too. It'll never happen. But at least we can now talk about policies rather than indulge in ad hominem attacks. We must focus on Trump's actual record in office rather than his hair style.

[@bastet197]

Trump will try to run away from that like the plague 🤣

[@pc4mlc451]

​@@bastet197 That's what you folks claimed last time.

[@ashenwalker4622]

​@@bastet197 delusional...

[@carlpainter9950]

Sure is!! Harris is as dumb as a box of rocks. LOL

[@user-vx8uj3bl6j]

God bless this most wonderful man. Thank you Mr. President for all you've done and all you do. We love you now and forever! Please take care of yourself. ❤️

[@davidward3604]

TATE/ROCK 2024

[@thelmaaugustine2471]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@thelmaaugustine2471]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@1aikane]

Great respect for President Biden 💙🥇

[@evolutionistheflyingspaghe2702]

He was FORCED OUT!

[@Greghh1960]

He was pushed out. Basically an insurrection of the democrats against him.

[@renardocarty3140]

Yeah respect for failure lol

[@johnarnold893]

@@renardocarty3140 Failure is Don the Con's real name.

[@moiregarner1494]

President Biden really did a lot for America. And he worked closely with his VP Kamala Harris. I believe she will deliver to All Americans great Leadership. 🇺🇸⚖️💙 Kamala Harris2024

[@37Dionysos]

NOW who's the "confused old guy who's unfit to lead"???

[@attananightshadow]

Harris. She’s less with it than Biden.

[@ryant2568]

still Biden. That is why they forced him off the ticket,.

[@siegfriedbraun5447]

I'm willing to bet you have never listened to Trump, outside of carefully curated clips, from the likes of MSNBC and CNN

[@37Dionysos]

@@siegfriedbraun5447 Wrong. Have always listened carefully to Chump including his entire latest deranged convention speech. Have you started paying the 7 years of working-people's tax increases that Chump quietly folded into his millionaire tax cuts? It's a fact, the average household now pays $365 more per year. Look it up. "If I'm reelected, you won't have to pay it," Chump said out loud. Maybe you missed it? Maybe I'm not the one who needs to pay more attention.

[@OptimusWombat]

@@attananightshadow what's it like living with fetal alcohol syndrome?

[@dannypowers4995]

Old? Really. So Pelosi , Schumer and Mitch McConnell should resign.😂

[@vickyabramowitz2885]

I wasn't aware that Pelosi, Schumer and McConnell were running for POTUS. You must feel so special to have that inside scoop.

[@jamesporter9324]

​@@vickyabramowitz2885 ..

[@keritrimble5824]

​@@vickyabramowitz2885 Exactly!

[@lindas-k5766]

@@dannypowers4995 - glitching Mitch McConnell *absolutely should* resign!

[@catricealphonso5672]

She can do it we all have to get out and vote.

[@AwkwardTruths]

She can't though, that's the problem. That's why they're looking for alternates. VP Harris does not move the needle on swing or independent voters.

[@lmak-rf9fn]

Nope not voting for her

[@DexterCarter2.1]

She can open the borders and her legs at the same time. She's a multi tasker

[@schw0373]

@@AwkwardTruths I don't know if it's necessarily going to stay that way. It's going to depend on how she does in the next month.

[@AndrewSimpson-us9lf]

You spelled CHEAT wrong!

[@DrLisa-zr2sp]

THANK YOU JOE! WE LOVE YOU AS MUCH AS YOU LOVE AMERICA! ALL THE LOVE JOE!

[@JH-vb1wo]

After 50 years in government I can’t name 1 thing he has done for America. I see him giving each illegal few thousand a month spending money and getting a 150 dollar a night motel paid for free for over a year straight. Why? Becaus these illegals are democrats new voters they keep trying to change laws so they can vote . Oh how about hundreds of billions of dollars to ukraine when most of the money isn’t going there but back into pockets of elites. Biden hasn’t helped americans at all

[@psychologicallyspeaking]

❤❤❤

[@lindaramirez7339]

Ditto...💙🗽📢 VOTE 🗳📬 💙

[@TheMissladytea]

This makes me sad because he was pushed out because of him being old, even though he's done sooo much for us all. While on the other hand the crazy one is getting away with everything! As president Biden passed the baton, I stand behind his choice Vice president Harris! Go Blue! GOD BLESS YOU MR PRESIDENT! GOD BLESS AMERICA! AND GOD BE WITH OUR TROOPS!

[@juani352]

You are just as sick and blind!!!

[@mottthehoople693]

no he was pushed out because he wanted to up the taxes on the rich

[@juani352]

We r in dedt bc of Biden!!! The second Trump moves into office, the U.S will be hit will a financial crisis that Biden did and will blame it on Trump !!! This is why Biden is stepping down, America's in debt, we r done, you will find out in January 2025, mark my word!!! If u don't follow Jesus, you will not know this!!

[@mns8732]

​@@juani352 are you people nuts? He's killed 100 of thousands around the world.

[@BrooklynLilly]

🇺🇸Harris🗳️🗽💙

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

THANK YOU Rachel for summing it up BEAUTIFULLY!!

[@cecebarnes7715]

Thank you Rachel for your distortions and biased reporting once again.

[@keiths1400]

this kind of integrity is why i would have had him in the whitehouse another term. GO HARRIS!

[@whitejob14]

You think Biden voluntarily resigned? HAHAHAHAHA, how naive can one be!

[@CharlieBrown723]

I wonder what they threatened him with to get him to leave

[@SNOOPYSNOOP1A]

​@@CharlieBrown723NO 💵 MONEY & SUPPORT=GOOD REASONS HUH 🤔😏🤫😅😂🤣

[@SNOOPYSNOOP1A]

@@CharlieBrown723 TOO BAD HUNTER CAN GET A PRESIDENTIAL PARDON HUH BUT WHOSE GONNA PARDON TRUMP FOR HIS NEW YORK & GEORGIA STATE CHARGES, I'LL WAIT 🤔😏🤣

[@SNOOPYSNOOP1A]

@@CharlieBrown723 YTSEARCH: DID TRUMP SAY THAT IF REELECTED HE WOULD GO AFTER HIS ENEMIES 😏😏😏

[@DeeHigginbotham-mv3gc]

What President Biden did was that act of a true patriot. God bless America, God bless Joe Biden!

[@surfingtothestars]

lol you really believe that??

[@Newsboydeposit]

He had no choice. It was an offer he couldn't refuse.

[@judykay769]

Yeah after trying to stop Trump from running, stopping at nothing since courts weren’t stopping him from made up charges by biased attorneys, prosecutors, judges and juries, so what’s left??? We learned 2 weeks ago what Joey had next!!!

[@greatboniwanker]

You are not faultless in this msnbc. And that will not be forgotten. HARRIS for PRESIDENT 2024 💙

[@judykay769]

Get out you wallet and apply for a few more jobs for all illegals coming across border on top of 20 MILL that you HAVE to pay for all their livings and healthcare….. LUCKY YOU!!!

[@cryptothreevus]

I felt proud of my country and President. I haven't felt that in a LONG time.

[@DioGodisgoood1113]

Kamala was a prosecutor and will held Trump accountable

[@bb-1359]

What?

[@spiritualawakenings6251]

By your statement it shows you have Kamala mentality.

[@captainamerica5826]

A debate isn't a court room, Trump will hold her accountable for 3 and 1/2 years of the worse inflation and the invasion at the border, Trump will end Harris campaign for President like he did Biders,Harris will be crying half way through the debate if she's even nominated at the DNC

[@terrismith-fq8ul]

Biden is a class act- now if the Media could follow that lead and call out all the garbage that will be thrown at her by sticking to the facts. That would be refreshing.

[@burgerj01]

You fool. He was forced out.

[@micheleconner5083]

The media just needs to shut up about the candidate! Go pick on 45 and his bootlicker for awhile. They got what they've been trying to do since the debate.

[@sloansarabia]

The media's dog piling up on Biden is over.

[@markbaker2629]

😮😮😮😮 a class act!!!!!! Worst president in history!!!

[@rosannarivero2863]

@@markbaker2629talking about Trump are you? I agree.

[@Zenocide0x]

Hey @JenPsaki , your emotions on the broadcast come forward so much. You bring a humanity with that amount of emotion, this isn't your job, this is personal. Keep up the good work!!!

[@michaeloddo8561]

Thank goodness this old man is out! Empty speech and he didn’t even want to quit. He was pushed out!

[@johnjones528]

Now if the Republicans would do the same thing!

[@redgoddess]

Proud of Biden. Such class. "President Harris" has a nice ring to it. She is a strong candidate indeed.

[@stephj9378]

^^ Gotta be a bot

[@giovannituber2827]

Strong like the border?

[@davidvalentino2724]

A VERY STUPID COMMENT

[@GMAC-f6s]

Hahahaha

[@yassy._]

@@stephj9378nope it’s not she’s better than trump, cause sadly he’s a failure lol, your the bot here

[@therealgaragegirls]

I don't like the way this was done. (The media is largely to blame.) But I am behind VP Harris 100%. 💙🇺🇸

[@judykay769]

And her 20 MILlION Illegals this border tsar has allowed across the border and will balloon if she gets in office, drug cartel and 160 countries are salivating, they will be getting rich while aUS taxpayers will go broke supporting everyone on the planet as they cross border to be taken care of!!!!

[@magdalenagaton2737]

Am proud of President Joe Biden for his unselfish and leadership .

[@korbinm3133]

Stop following me your own person

[@illcomplywithguncontrolone6149]

@@magdalenagaton2737 that's because you aren't very bright.

[@carlpainter9950]

Hope your proud of your party too, seeing that the elites (Shumer, Pelosi, Jefferies, Clinton and etc.) are picking your nominees for you instead of having PRIMARIES to let the voters pick and VOTE for them...some democracy there geniuses. k

[@carrier2823]

We don't need apologies, we just need you to appreciate Biden being patient with all of you and making the choice of a kind soul for our country. The way the media that was supposed to be on his side absolutely toasted him was pretty nasty but as long as you do right by Kamala and help defend our country we can all move forward

[@tonyserratore9018]

Well said

[@Mr.Boom_513]

Uh.... the media isn't supposed to be on anybody's side. They're supposed to be unbiased. 👀

[@BubbleGum-s5c]

I don’t think the media “toasted” Biden. He is a national treasure and a mountain of kindness that just happened to age; the media would be remiss to ignore that.

[@Mr.Boom_513]

@@BubbleGum-s5c that's sarcasm, right?

[@wreckinbal]

“The media was supposed to be on his side”… seriously? You have zero concept of how this is supposed to work… people like you are the reason the US is failing, and you not even have a clue

[@r.shararehteymurian9041]

One more time, this incredible man, saved his country and the democratic world as we know it. Hopefully other leaders will learn from his actions and the history will remember him as one of the greatest President of all times. 🙏🏼

[@SusanWelch-ms9hg]

I feel totally honored to have been alive during his Presidency. He is one of the greats, like FDR and JFK.

[@oatnoid]

He's a toadstool. He should have been driven to the glue factory of Democrat politics decades ago. He's a crook and a traitor..

[@chiquitafeldberg8259]

WW3?

[@elizabethohalloran200]

Amen! ❤

[@peacemonger766]

In the Great Presidents List that came out a few month back he was listed #14 from the top. I do think after this move on his part that he'll likely end up in the top ten. And just so you know, Donald Julius tRump came in dead last in that Greatness list!

[@beatricesiaw8776]

Lets all pray for president Biden and his family, for God protection on them. 🙏

[@judykay769]

Typo FETANYL coming across border making drug cartel rich while you pay for their elite treatment by Biden admin!!!!

[@judykay769]

WHAT ABOUT THE ASSASINATION, I THINK, HE DID TO PRESIDENT TRUMP BECAUSE ALL HIS CROOKED COURT CASES ARENT WORKING WITH THE CRIMES THE BIASED PROSECUTERS, JUDGES ANS JURIES HAVE TRED TO KEEP HIM FROM RUNNING, EVEN TRYING TO TAKE HIM OFF THE BALLOTS IN SWING STATES, ONLY WAY DEMONRATS CAN WIN ELECTIONS IS OBVIOUS

[@msveevee3565]

The mission remains the same stay focused!!! 💙💙💙💯💯💯 Kamala Harris💯

[@BrooklynLilly]

🎯

[@gashousegorillas1]

Focused on what??? Destroying AMERICA

[@bettymaugeri7316]

You make everything so clear - it’s time for a change!

[@lindathompson4770]

The fight better be over!!! I'm absolutely sick at how Joe has been attacked.

[@jakevendrotti1496]

*attacked

[@deloristurner1042]

@@jakevendrotti1496 😂

[@mjs2505]

That's why he's leaving... His handlers are having a hard time keeping him attached!! Lol

[@zarbins]

He wasn't attacked needlessly, after years of covering for him, the media could no longer lie about his cognitive ability and effectiveness as president.

[@lindspisculli8639]

Yes he has been lied about by Trump and followers, pushed out by the media and some members of his own party. A disgrace. Biden was the best at getting things done for the people !

[@yvonnemoore2734]

Heartbroken to see Joe Biden give in. Congratulations to Kamala, voting blue all the way💙💙💙💙

[@VeronicaMoreno-qd8yh]

*A Coup right before our noses.*

[@tabularasa0606]

Maybe you should look up the definition of coup. What happened jan 6 2021 is closer to a coup than this.

[@CactusGal]

Yes, President Biden did what he felt was best for the nation, and the party. He's proven himself, as always, a patriot and a wonderful, decent human being, who's always served his country. Thank you for doing what trump isn't capable of: putting country ahead of party/self.

[@dolce1248]

Ha what a joke. He only stepped down bc he had no chance to win. It’s not heroic to give up when you kno all hope is lost. Pathetic

[@user-ki1un4jg2d]

Kamala Harris , with her smug look , always put her party first , not caring about the American people when she voted her own party on tie breakers . If you are looking for an intelligent woman , Condeleeza Rice is there .

[@robbinforte2638]

​@@dolce1248Dems have a plan

[@Anthonycapone8146]

Haha, they forced him out

[@brendansparks1511]

@@dolce1248 tRumPutin troll.

[@Breizhtobe]

Joe Biden's selflessness has just saved America... Thank you for your sacrifice, Mr President... And go, Kamala ! 🎉😃👍

[@glens0r]

Not American, not an insult, but aren't there too many racists and misogynists to let her win (admittedly 90% were going to vote for Trump regardless)?

[@words007]

Joe Biden is old but he was always smart, he don't want to be the president that ends up loosing to trump in 2024 😅 U can't loose if you don't participate. Kamala will get the result that Hillary got 😂

[@brendansparks1511]

@@words007 You poor lamb, you really believe that.

[@words007]

@@brendansparks1511 i dont believe that brother, I KNOW THAT. And what ever America thinks of Kamala, I know as an indian american myself nobody likes kamala here. Not even her own ethnic group. She is that person who will worship you when she wants the vote. Despicable being is what she is. Since im legal tax paying immigrant, i want trump to succeed. Liberals will call her black women president to sell her image, such a sick thing. She is not african american she is indian american call her that! you bunch of liers.

[@margueritegastanaga5156]

At least Joe had the dignity and foresight to step down. The other guy still cant admit he lost the 2020 election.

[@odanielsokonkworaniesi4264]

Lie to yourself, like you are not here for two weeks. You have been lying to yourself for 3 years that Joe is fit as a tac until the debate. I just came here to laugh at you idiots. "Vance is unknown" according to your brain(maddow) . Vance is a best seller author and a US veteran, and has no record of public service.

[@craiglester3296]

@margueritegastanaga5156 So True ! ! One act is selfless and shows an absolute love of country. Putting his duty and fellow countrymen before himself. The other is a petulant child who just wants his way.

[@philovance1940]

Hello ! dem puppet masters forced him out. They stabbed him in the back. Poor joe. History will not be kind.

[@MrBond007-k2u]

Biden will know he's out when he wake up, fool. 😂😂😂

[@wallytuber]

Foresight????????? Stepping down now instead of 6 months ago pretty much hamstringed the democrat chances to win.

[@uday143kiran]

I would vote for anyone other than tRump

[@debchancy2066]

Real family name Drumpf. Check it out

[@mikelanglow-bi2sv]

❤Biden. THANKYOU Sir.- Time to pass the baton.

[@glenysbarratt7998]

I am so sorry to see Joe go. An unbelievable man and president.

[@jimslaton9057]

He is as bad as Trump, just stupider.

[@believeyoume-nj2mt]

Are you serious or cracking wise? Surely you can NOT be serious.

[@ActionShortsPodcasts]

He was pushed out by his own party.

[@haydn-db8z]

He promised us (his own party) in 2020 that he would only run for one term.

[@jrstar1439]

Ran out!

[@flyrobin2544]

Best President ever, Joseph R Biden. 💙 Respect his choice to do what he thinks is best, respect his endorsement for, VP Harris!

[@ActionShortsPodcasts]

@@haydn-db8z That obviously wasn't his intention.

[@abcede6421]

Snakes

[@bill7547]

I think Maddow lives on another planet

[@bill7547]

@@moltenlab 😂

[@DQuest115]

LET'S GO BRENDA!! 😂😂😂😅😅😅😅

[@toddsmith8893]

LOLOLOLOL

[@christinesmith1499]

Bring back woman's rights on the Federal level.

[@figurefour633]

Women need to do there job and stop murdering their babies

[@barrontrump3943]

😂

[@brendonnel6593]

Put down the crack pipe

[@christiansoldier77]

What womens right was taken ?

[@SubmittedForYou]

@@christiansoldier77 The right to an abortion- which is a RIGHT. Love how none of you guys can argue that.

[@mikesprague252]

The first thing I learned about JD Vance is he is deeply committed to JD Vance.

[@martinakuhnert9636]

Why not?

[@aiai-j7i]

To Thiel.

[@denisec.5144]

In that case, JD has an A$$ HOLE for a “Best Bro”💩💩💩

[@tabularasa0606]

Aren't they all in the GOP. They all only serve themselves.

[@christopherchilton-smith6482]

I'm just going to come out and say it, I never thought I'd see an old white man cede power to a black woman, incredible. This gives me hope for the future of politics.

[@southernfried19]

She’s not black.

[@crankin77]

Aaah - don't be blinded by thinking it's noble. He had no choice. There's literally no one else and they need to keep the donation money until they figure out plan B.

[@YevinM-rn7mp]

You probably shouldn’t have said it. 🤦

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

Maybe it's because he's not as racist as half of Americans?

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

@@crankin77 there is noone else with as good a chance, but that's because so many of you are ignorant.

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

I have been an Independent my ENTIRE voting life. Due to the INSANITY EXHIBITED by the Republican Party for far too long I NO longer feel there is much of sanity left in the party. None of the old school republicans who I primarily disagreed with but shared a few views with. So I have decided to become a DEMOCRAT for the first time in my life!

[@anthonysaponaro6318]

You know how you know it is true? Just look at how hard the left wing media has to try to convince you they love Kamala Harris. Just lisaten to their own words bro, listen to how they talked about her not even 2 months ago.

[@geraldinebarcheski6376]

Why are you choosing Kamala? Have you looked at her record? How she rose through the ranks? Look up Willie brown. Open your mind. Do your research on Robert Kennedy Jr. We have a chance to heal the country.

[@JoeBartuch-xd2vs]

🤮

[@rreichertbkk]

This is an absolutely outstanding journalistic report and a professional presentation by Rachel Maddow - Please continue in this line - I'm sure your I'm sure many more people highly appreciate your outstanding, journalistic work. Your excellent journalistic work and dedication to democracy deserve appreciation and recognition.

[@nuriagarciaarteaga7547]

Rachel is one jn a million 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 she makes women proud 🫶🏼

[@daniellelazaro6583]

Although I didn't want Biden to step down from the race. I was always voting for the Biden team. Lets Go VP Harris!!!!

[@BrooklynLilly]

Same🗳️🗽💙

[@bwpcgs10]

I just can't get enough of Maddow's political inspirational words!! She said it all always! Go time! ✅😎🇺🇸

[@rosemarymacphee3305]

He didn’t step down he was pushed out

[@joshuapalmer69]

Would Trump have stepped aside? No. And Biden could’ve stayed if he was a narcissist

[@ttaylor758]

@joshua- no reason for Trump to drop out. He actually knows how to walk off a stage

[@OBFLife]

@@ttaylor758 Too bad he just stands there and lies while he's on it.

[@Non-random_Earthling]

He was pushed out because he wouldn't step down. Politicians need to learn that it's not about their egos; it's about the welfare of the country as a whole.

[@BAKER22-l4u]

Exactly

[@diane3403]

What choice did he have with the traitors and their knives out

[@SophisticatedBob]

Bingo. You are correct.

[@daporkoil1]

It’s over, Johnny🎉

[@duki8616]

traitors?

[@c.eb.1216]

Ides of Match

[@Elizabeth-yg2mg]

Poor man was horribly treated.

[@GlendonMellow]

Cheering Harris on from here in 🇨🇦.

[@annetoronto5474]

Cheering for Trump from Toronto 🇨🇦

[@dreday1062000]

Trump also doesn’t like Canada..😅

[@atlantisfoundry]

@@annetoronto5474Trunp is a crook, dude

[@tcherrington]

@annetoronto5474 isn’t your other handle @annamoscow0000

[@denniswinters3096]

Kamala Harris has charisma, intelligence, energy and guts. You want it, she's got it. Go girl.

[@VivianMonroe-gt7ny]

Kamala looks the part but she failed at being the border czar. 10,351,846 illegal migrants have come into the US under this administration and there is another herd coming to the border. 92% of her staff quit the first 3 years of her VP. “Stuff are thrown under the bus, there are short fuses and it’s an abusive environment,” How a Boss treats their people is very tell of their true character.

[@marciesoll472]

My heart breaks for President Biden. How betrayed he must feel. He would have won. I’m beside myself. Great man, great President of the people. 💙🇺🇸

[@BrooklynLilly]

Pres. Biden endorsed her!🗳️🗽💙🗳️🗽💙🗳️🗽💙🗽🗳️💙🗽

[@christoffelster6303]

He would have won? It’s clear you have been paying attention.

[@TheTimplatte]

He would’ve gotten his butt kicked. He should’ve stuck to his word about only serving one term and being a bridge President and none of this would’ve been happening.

[@ladymondegreen]

I love Biden but I don’t think he would have won. A lot of people were going to sit this election out altogether. This decision may have saved us.

[@kevinquinn9529]

bot

[@janeworkman7321]

What will you do to slash Harris apart after Biden goes. You and media tore Biden apart.

[@francisfalco-jk1iz]

i am still vote for Dem., not a criminal Donald

[@dawedoctopus8141]

I LOVE Rachael Maddow! She lets me know what NOT to think. Thank you for telling me what to NOT think, and not believing my eyes and ears for 6 years. Love you, keep it up!

[@jeanettecarter5438]

We love you Joe Biden you were the best president in the world 🌎 thanks for your moral and leadership qualities and integrity honesty and your work you have shown to us for over 50 years thanks again 😭

[@pansymalin9319]

@@jeanettecarter5438 Bs

[@annieyue9184]

It has been over 30 years’ observation for me to realize how cruel, shameless and insane some politicians are! Very sad!

[@Mr.Monta77]

Like MAGA.

[@jimholloman4457]

Nothing cruel, shameless nor insane about the Biden situation. We have to accept reality. Biden did what was best for the country. In sharp contrast, Trump, Vance, The Heritage Foundation, and many in the GOP cult want to destroy our country and our Democracy.

[@silentmajority8365]

20 of the last 30 years under the DNC

[@janmortimer1758]

V@te 💚☮️🌍2024

[@robtay1963]

@@annieyue9184 I figured it out between the ages of 12 and 20. By that time I learned that mostly Democratic policy was about making the rich pay a fair share of taxes to make our Infrastructure strong, and especially since Clinton who insisted that Welfare be a crutch not a lifestyle, that Democrats cared more in general about the,working class, without whom the rich would have no one to buy, produce or sell their merchandise. Republicans, leaders at least, are about big business and "Trickle down" economics, though it never seems to trickle. And Reps tend to claim small government but then want to pass and take away laws designed to micro-manage our lives. 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@PC-iv5so]

To be fair, the "internal fight" was basically people with weak knees and corporate media.

[@darcielong3210]

So true!

[@axiomaddict]

@@darcielong3210👍🏽

[@silentmajority8365]

saving democracy by telling you who you will vote for

[@ttaylor758]

The Dems destroyed democracy. Congrats

[@DuaneHallinSD]

@@silentmajority8365 derp

[@joshgroom8421]

Let's move forward! Thank you President Biden for handing the baton forward. Now we need to race across the line!

[@matthewwilson5149]

Thats Right go Kamala! Thanks Rachel Maddow as always!

[@richnoggin7524]

She I mean he has the tds

[@zoey1897]

I hope corporate media will quit their criticism now and be on board with the democrats. We ALL need to be on board and support VP Harris and whomever she picks for VP. We need to save our democracy.

[@KLS775]

Save our democracy.....please that argument left long time ago stop drinking the kool aid

[@B-and-O-Operator-Fairmont]

By putting up a ticket that bypassed the primary process. Yeah, that's Demogogu-er I mean Democracy at its best.

[@user-ze5fi7he5b]

Yes, as a branch of the Democrat party, the corporate media needs to stay on board with the democrats. They need to get back to making up one lie after another about Trump. And yes, they need to select Harris to be president through a non-democratic process... in order to save democracy.

[@Michael-rn6xj]

Get out of town she can't make a coherent sentence.

[@yota8325]

No the media should be able to criticize both candidates If it's quality jerno

[@mcdaniels6188]

KAMALA!!!!! WE BELIEVE IN YOU. THIS IS YOUR HOUR.

[@uncleb7821]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Mr.Monta77]

Kamala will wipe the floor with Trump.

[@angehbea924]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@user-qd8ht3bf3y]

It's not just the big donors - I'm 43 and I just donated to a political campaign for the first time in my life. I'm a teacher, I'm broke AF, $25 is a lot right now but I'll stretch leftovers out just a little more this month.

[@cyankeemn1]

This is sad. Biden had a bad performance at the debate, Biden had been traveling for the previous 7 to 10 days. Trump sat at his resort for ten days. But, Biden took the honorable action, not wanting to have this over his head until the election, he bowed out. Just like Al Franken did the same thing.

[@tabularasa0606]

People keep forgetting that Trump's performance at the debate wasn't any better. He spouted lie after lie, and didn't answer questions. And the moderators barely moderated, they only cut of Biden a couple of times, and let Trump ramble on on on.

[@SenorDesmadre]

My definition of Patriotism: The willingness to participate as a citizen, taking risks and/or making personal sacrifices when necessary, out of a genuine desire to make the country a better place.

[@kane_lives]

What risk did he take? 🤣 Are you okay?

[@MrDennisk17]

Tell us you’re mentally unstable without telling us you’re mentally unstable. You related to Maddow?

[@KCMedia33]

Biden got pushed out. He didn’t step down. Please wake up already.

[@csharpe5787]

Delusional, he’s instinct was self!

[@CatLoverx900]

Dems blocking he voter ID bill, a beautiful fair sacrifice ❤

[@anisagarcia1866]

BOOM!! The old man in the race is now The Donald!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@user-tc5ru7tb8g]

You betting on the giggler who has no idea what she’s doing? Still in a downward spiral. I’m still voting for Trump no matter what lies a deceitful thing these fake news activist say. Trump 2023!!!

[@providence4455]

Joe Buyden broke up with his party via text 😅

[@babyjesus485]

Yeah, but Kamala is sure to lose this race. In fact, is it fair to even call this a race?

[@emmanuelwinner4149]

The demented man in the race is still in the race - Diaper Donnie.

[@emmanuelwinner4149]

@@CharlieBrown723 No.

[@JC-wl4cp]

she called Biden a racist at a debate then became the worst DEI hire ever

[@Omega782]

Brilliant to wait until the end of the RNC, that way they can’t use it as a grandstand to talk about it. Hat tip Joe, you the man

[@korbinm3133]

What are you even talking about

[@Omega782]

@@korbinm3133 what are you even commenting on

[@jerrymunroe5593]

Exactly. Brilliant strategy

[@rajcan2008]

This is a history in making. Congrats to democracy!

[@sleo6664]

Yes, it is.

[@mikerogers1216]

The US is not a Democracy, It is a Democratic Republic. there is a huge difference. Sad that you are not smart enough to know that.

[@B-and-O-Operator-Fairmont]

A ticket will be installed that primary voters didn't have a say in. Congrats, indeed.

[@richnoggin7524]

Vote red

[@jakeroberts7435]

Biden's words will Echo in Eternity...anyway.....Maximus Dementus, all hail.

[@matthewpilla4323]

RACHEL is the BEST! VOTE BLUE!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@isamendoza13]

Let us come together and bring it home in November in honor of President Biden. The best President in my lifetime and going down as one of the greatest. A true patriot. Thank you President Biden.

[@garygjfford8572]

That whole party lied to the nation and put our country at high risk and the media helped them do it and you want to vote for the VP who lied to cover Biden the worst president in history Trump is your next president and will have all branches of government

[@noenoe1891]

Heartbreaking 💔. What a selfless man.

[@theblackamerican1025]

President Biden is an American Hero 😢🙏🏾🎊🎊🎊

[@BryanStevens-w5e]

@noenoe1891 Ha ha ha you must be joking. Selfless letting himself ne used and lying to the Nation about his mental state. Are you ok?

[@sarabeth8050]

When trump loses in Nov., historians will write that Biden is one of the greatest presidents.

[@noenoe1891]

@@BryanStevens-w5e I am VERY ok😁. Only selfless men give up that great power. Trump tried to overthrow the government to keep it. You, are NOT ok😂😘

[@BryanStevens-w5e]

@@noenoe1891 ha ha ha ha

[@freedomofreligion3248]

We broke his heart. WE BROKE HIS HEART. I hope it was worth it, shallow America.

[@peggyvansickle1268]

I so agree with you. We broke his heart, and it has broken my heart, to see it done. God bless him, and Heaven help us if we don't win.

[@rachelmiddleton2233]

MSNBC balanced and objective as always! 😂

[@ebonyapplepy3906]

Wow, she's 59 years old. She's young in comparison to the usual candidates, right.

[@anonymouslee8287]

78 YRS OOOLD..

[@yota8325]

Pretty sure she's still older than most previous president's. She's just young compared to biden which isn't a big ask

[@alaineb2643]

I'm in my 70's. My 60's were the best 10 years of my entire life on all accounts. Physically, mentally, emotionally. A lot of women love their 60's and have energy, focus and enthusiasm they didn't have before then.

[@micheleconner5083]

​@@alaineb264371 here. Yeah,late 50's to the late 60's were pretty good for me,too. Then thing started falling apart!😂😂😂.

[@abaddon4823]

Younger and dumber

[@emmajars58]

I’m still nervous that Trump might still win, But excited to see Kamala debate him because she won’t take his crap

[@charlesnorman1312]

He will win Kamala has no likability at all

[@techwood16]

It’s over Biden knew it I’m not a Trump supporter but he’ll win in a landslide

[@christopherwright5527]

@@emmajars58 what can be, unburdened by what has been

[@almira565]

Kamala lol omg, deluded.

[@whiskeykilmer1866]

@@charlesnorman1312 Exactly, the corrupt DNC is clueless.

[@CleoDavis-uf7rl]

I WILL TAKE OLD AND WISE OVER OLD AND CRAZY.

[@SNOOPYSNOOP1A]

WORD ✊️😎💯💪🙏🤣

[@normahernandez1859]

Yes me too. Trump 2024!👍

[@XxThunderstixX]

⁠@@normahernandez1859r/whoosh

[@Tim82ATW]

Trump 2024

[@ratfinkie62]

Old and wise dropped out, leaving old and crazy Dump.

[@trinity6993]

You don't know how relieved I am to here you say this. Thank you, Rachel, for not shocking me with some alternative, shocking reponse that crushes my opinion of you. I can always count on you, Rachel and the words that come out of your mouth, no matter what. ❤

[@lisamurray4174]

This is an excellent example of having leadership with integrity. Almost restores my faith in humanity. 😢

[@deidreb.6540]

Awaiting the next debate!

[@bitbugsbyte]

To not accept the power of the presidency for the greater democratic move is the most selfless act he could have done. This will be in the history books. He will go down as one of the best presidents ever especially having only served one term! Pete for VP!

[@thankfulbecause7152]

lol, Joe doesn't know he isn't still or ever was running for president .

[@micheleconner5083]

I don't think so. The country is having a hard enough time wrapping it head around kamala. Pete,right now,would be overload. Someone like Shapiro from Pennsylvania would be good.

[@bitbugsbyte]

@@micheleconner5083 What do you think about Gavin Newsom? I know he already endorsed Harris. He's great at debate too!

[@erikandrus4387]

❤️Harris/Buttigieg💙

[@rossinrayong632]

​@bitbugsbyte Newsom is from same state so he cannot be vp. I prefer Jamie Raskin. If not VP, then attorneys general

[@Andbygrace7024]

Rachel thank you for your hard work.

[@InclusionPioneer]

Rachel I am so disappointed in you. The harrowing point was exasperated by MSNBC, Wapo, NYT. you are now corporate media. I'm so disappointed in all of you.

[@Elysiumlost]

It’s not their job to play defense for party power. Voters were turning on Biden, not because of the coverage by MSNBC, but because of the debate ontop years of concern about his age. This was understood, and it was news. I feel sorry for you if you’re more interested in watching propaganda over news. That’s genuinely sad.

[@rw4022]

@@Elysiumlostlol… Rachel is propaganda. She lied to you about Russian collusion, Hunters laptop, and now Bidens mental capacity.

[@charlesvanalstyne725]

He made no sacrifice, his own party kicked him out.

[@cjay5643]

He chose to leave. He could've stayed in but he knows his limits.

[@gianlouie1966]

0h please you know they kicked him out.

[@believeyoume-nj2mt]

@@cjay5643 Akin to "quitting before you get fired"

[@mikeglaspey4562]

Your network needs to think hard about old era and new era . Current anchors and execs toxic unhinged behavior needs to go.

[@bmdg8895]

So true!

[@kathleenomalley7838]

You've got that 💯 Correct

[@CalmbrezLLK]

Evidently you have absolutely no idea about the old era. Women regardless of being white or any other color, were treated like trash regardless of being married or not.

[@user-nv1or8cf2g]

You need to think meadows..you are lying

[@caroline-s]

Stick to Fox news

[@teritallent]

WHEN SLEEPING WOMEN WAKE! MOUNTAINS MOVE!!!! My VOTE is for VP HARRIS!

[@carlpainter9950]

More like idiots. Anyone that would stick with a party that literally took the voting process away from their voters and then claimed they "saved democracy" is crazy. But GOOD LUCK with Harris...seeing that she got ZERO votes in the last Democratic primary that actually was held. WHY do you think their not having another primary?? THINK FOR GODS SAKES FOR ONCE!!1!

[@edwardcone6860]

I looooooooooooove the part about writing the checks--that "scratching" sound, dear Rachel. Great line. Hats off!

[@believeyoume-nj2mt]

Great to see Harris is now unburdened by the burdened to be unburdened to help the underburdened burdened.

[@tgs1766]

The republicans also want to get rid of no fault divorce.

[@sleo6664]

What???

[@lynetteprice8519]

​@@sleo6664so women will have a harder time leaving abusive relationships

[@pattitaylor6509]

@@lynetteprice8519😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@brianlombardo4342]

@@tgs1766 yes Donald wants to get rid of divorce lol. You all will believe anything.

[@kenc7120]

Why are women marrying their abusers?

[@tracybird9694]

Maddow and Reid seemed giddy in their coverage. Sickening.

[@steveolotu52]

Only reason I'm not voting blue is because I'm a German living in Germany.

[@loganfignewton]

Good, don't get involved in American politics.

[@MikeCee7]

In case you need to know, I’m American, and I’m not voting in any of your silly German elections. Thanks for letting us know that you’re unable to vote in the American elections. Do you think the 7+ billion other people on this planet, are gonna let us know they can’t vote in our elections as well.

[@mungodegrijalva822]

Don't worry brother, I'll vote for VP Harris for president for you.

[@MikeCee7]

@@steveolotu52 In case you need to know. I’m American, and I’m not voting in any of your German elections. Thanks for letting us know that you’re unable to vote in the American elections. Do you think the 7+ billion other people on this planet, are gonna let us know they can’t vote in our elections as well.

[@MikeCee7]

@@steveolotu52 In case you needed to know, I’m American, & I’m not voting in any of your German elections.

[@robertjohnson-ns2pw]

How dare you talk to a president that would live and die for our country and would run as our president again for our country that doesn’t even have to run again for our country, but loves our people and respects our people and wants us to have a good life in this country.

[@KimH-dn6zt]

Surely, you jest😂😂

[@emsleywyatt3400]

@@KimH-dn6zt don't call him Shirley. (Sorry.)

[@christianmichael1970]

She needs to make Joe's selfless act count, keep captain clementine out of office.

[@stephenmanger7744]

Was it selfless? He had absolutely no control over it. It was announced on X. Do you expect to even see him again?

[@judiesuh6858]

​@@stephenmanger7744 Yes.. His sacrifice will be well recorded and written about in history. Thank you President Biden for your sacrifice.. be healthy and ✌️🤞💕🙏💙🙏😏👏

[@stephenmanger7744]

@@judiesuh6858 he didn't do it himself. They made him. If you believe differently, that's your problem.

[@spyder_33]

@@judiesuh6858 lol no

[@bgorg1]

@@judiesuh6858 not a willing sacrifice. Bundlers pushed him out after he got 13+ million votes more than the next person.

[@user-ui4ow2om6e]

Praise God Continuously Get Well Pres B Congratulations Kamala Harris Go Get Elizabeth Warren 😊🎉❤

[@peterthomas3589]

The gloves are off! Let's go!💙

[@danielmaxwell6676]

Having Harris on the ticket is wonderful. Lets kick Trump's butt!

[@believeyoume-nj2mt]

Great to see Harris is now unburdened by the burdened to be unburdened to help the underburdened burdened.

[@believeyoume-nj2mt]

This comment made me col - cackle out loud.

[@marielindsay4720]

@@believeyoume-nj2mtbot

[@philthai99]

I blame it on the media.

[@giovannituber2827]

And no democratic process, no primaries. This party behaves like a Putin in Russia.

[@philthai99]

@@giovannituber2827 The Media is the culprit. I am voting for VP Harris and the Democratic Party.