The physical presence of President Joe Biden in Israel Wednesday conveyed far more than most statements or speeches. Americans admire leaders who stand on principle.
Whether the matter is of formidable geopolitical import or merely a kid’s choir concert, showing up is one of the best ways to convey support. So the mere physical presence of President Joe Biden in Israel Wednesday conveyed far more than most statements or speeches. Moreover, it came with such a level of political risk that we don’t doubt for a moment that some White House advisers urged him to stay home. Those who are paid to worry about risk no doubt saw myriad red lights flashing.
No doubt that same concern exists within the White House, where his loyalists are bound and determined to prevent situations where there is a high risk of a stumble, be it mental or physical. This was a visit carrying just such risks: long-distance travel involves jet lag, body aches and potential mental fog, even for much younger people. Biden took that risk. And, at the time of writing, he has looked entirely up to his task in Israel.
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