A Nation Divided: The Consequences of Four Years Under the Biden Administration
By: The Watchers News Reports
Date: January 3, 2025
As Americans reflect on the repercussions of the past four years, the policies and decision-making processes of the Biden administration have faced intense scrutiny. Critics argue that a series of controversial decisions has contributed to a significant crisis within the nation, impacting public trust, health, and societal stability.
Public Health and Decisions
The COVID-19 pandemic marked a pivotal moment in public health policy. With emergency measures such as lockdowns lasting up to three years, many Americans experienced a sense of “home imprisonment” (Flaherty & Slavitt, 2021, p. 378). These prolonged restrictions resulted in a disturbing rise in mental health issues, with children and adults alike experiencing significant stress and trauma. Reports indicate a considerable increase in mental health crises, especially among children, leading to public debates about the role of leadership in safeguarding citizens’ well-being (NY Times, Mar. 18, 2024).
The impact on youth mental health is particularly alarming. A study supported by the National Institute of Mental Health reported that suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in the United States, exacerbated during the pandemic. Researchers analyzed national suicide data during the first ten months of the pandemic and identified 5,568 youth aged 5 to 24 who died by suicide—significantly exceeding previous years’ data (Ivan & Johnson, 2024). This increase was notably pronounced among specific racial and ethnic groups, including non-Hispanic American Indian or Alaskan Native youth and non-Hispanic Black youth.
In navigating the public health crisis, companies like Amazon found themselves in discussions with the Biden administration to defend their COVID-19 related policies. Their efforts included the removal of a significant number of vaccination-related books—between 10,000 and 20,000—to align with government expectations, illustrating the tension between corporate autonomy and government pressure on information dissemination (Flaherty & Slavitt, 2021, p. 378).
Although vaccines were touted as essential tools in combating the pandemic, forced vaccination mandates generated considerable dissent, further amplifying anxiety and perceptions of oppression (Stoico, Aug. 8, 2023). Many viewed these mandates as infringements on personal freedom, leading to significant protests and deepening societal divisions.
Leadership, Credibility, and Media Relations
The turbulent environment was further complicated by accusations that the FBI misled the public on various issues, including the handling of investigations related to major news events, notably the January 6 Capitol riots (Ewdokimov et al., 2020). Reports of surveillance on journalists and FBI raids raised serious concerns about the erosion of press freedoms (Anderson et al., 2014). The narrative surrounding the riots was muddied by misinformation, particularly regarding Capitol officer Brian Sicknick’s death, which was later confirmed to be due to natural causes (Huffaker et al., 2011).
Dr. Anthony Fauci’s prominent role in guiding COVID-19 policy became a point of contention, as conflicting directives led to public skepticism about the integrity of health recommendations. Critics pointed to the “50 intel liars” connected to misinformation regarding sensitive political topics, reflecting a broader crisis in credibility, particularly concerning public health messages (Mervosh et al., Mar. 18, 2024).
Internet Censorship and Control
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The context of pandemic-related communication also intersects with concerns over censorship. Researchers examining global censorship practices reported various techniques used by governments to control the flow of information during the pandemic. A study noted that in countries such as Iran and China, HTTP censorship is prevalent, with significant percentages of tested domains experiencing blockage, particularly 39.2% for Iran and 23.0% for China (Lin Jin et al., 2021, Table 7). Among HTTP requests, 52.03% received blockpages, while the HTTPS protocol experienced 82.13% of connection terminations (Lin Jin et al., 2021, Table 5).
The severity of such censorship tactics correlates with negative outcomes during crises. The most commonly censored domains during the pandemic included websites related to adult content, with a significant presence across multiple countries. This trend underscores a global movement towards suppressing free expression, which can lead to adverse societal impacts during critical times (Wustrow et al., 2011).
Societal Upheaval and Division
Over the past four years, significant societal upheaval has characterized the era. Events such as the Black Lives Matter protests elicited widespread unrest, reflecting deep-seated frustrations with governance. Citizens expressed dissatisfaction with the fiscal prioritization of foreign wars—such as the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine—over urgent domestic needs (Stoico, Aug. 8, 2023).
Discussions surrounding immigration have intensified, with criticisms of an “open borders” policy fueled by the administration’s approach (Anderson et al., 2014). Critics worry that this policy could lead to increased security risks and strain on local communities.
Personal Controversies and Ethical Questions
The Biden administration has faced personal controversies, particularly regarding Hunter Biden’s laptop and potential nepotism (Crandall et al., 2007). Reports involving Ashley Biden’s diary,
which referenced her struggles with drugs and personal trauma, further complicate public perception of the First Family (Filastò & Appelbaum, 2012).
Moreover, troubling assertions regarding systemic abuses have emerged, portraying a government that pardoned serious offenders while failing to curb violent crimes under the guise of systemic reforms (Huffaker et al., 2011). Accusatory rhetoric labeling specific groups as threats has strained relationships with marginalized communities.
The Consequences of Censorship
The Biden administration’s approach to public health faced criticism regarding the consequences of suppressing free speech during the pandemic. Administration officials suggested that individual liberties were impeding public health efforts, raising important concerns about the balance between public health measures and constitutional rights (Stoico, Aug. 8, 2023).
As legislative bodies push for reforms like the Free Speech Protection Act and the Censorship Accountability Act, discussions emphasize the need to protect First Amendment rights, particularly during public health crises.
Conclusion
The past four years under the Biden administration have been marked by controversy, conflict, and confusion. Each aspect—from public health responses to personal scandals—has contributed to a national narrative of division. The ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly its impact on youth mental health and rising suicide rates, underscore the need for urgent, targeted interventions.
As the United States finds itself at a crossroads, healing requires a collective effort to reassess leadership, foster transparency, and prioritize the needs of American citizens. Without concerted efforts to reevaluate actions and policies over the past four years, the risks of further loss, whether from societal strife, mental health crises, or economic disarray, will remain starkly present.
As we look toward the future, acknowledging the consequences of past decisions is paramount. The nation must move forward with a commitment to accountability, rebuilding trust, and addressing the multifaceted challenges that lie ahead—an essential endeavor for the sake of all Americans.
- The Legacy of Joe Biden 35 off the top of our heads. All FACT!
- Jan 6th 2021- Jan 6th 2025
- The FBI lied to the public.
- COVID lockdowns.
- Forced vaccines.
- Three years of home imprisonment.
- Mental abuse of children.
- Mental abuse of adults.
- Forced masking (useless).
- Forced distancing (useless).
- Forced to stay home on holidays.
- Sports stadiums had cardboard cutout audiences.
- Societal fall and upheaval.
- Lies propagated through the media.
- His mental decline.
- Fauci’s involvement.
- His son’s laptop and pardon.
- Denied his granddaughter his last name because she was from a one-night stand.
- Ashley Biden’s diary (drugs, sexual abuse—we have it).
- FBI raids of news media Project Veritas.
- NSA surveillance of reporters documented (Tucker Carlson).
- January 6th lies: Sicknick had two strokes; was not killed in the Capitol.
- The murder of countless Americans throughout COVID from suicides, lockdowns, drugs, homelessness, etc.
- The BLM riots and fires.
- New wars: Russia and Ukraine.
- Giving more money and bombs to war than to the American citizens who needed your help.
- Fifty intel liars.
- Open borders—you told them before you even got into office in the debate to flood the border.
- CIA, FBI, and Big Tech collusion: censorship of free speech and corruption of media.
- FBI spying on schools, teachers, parents, and churches.
- Constantly said white people are terrorists.
- Insider trading during the pandemic of stocks.
- Pardoning murderers, rapists, and child killers while letting it all happen to innocent people and claiming it was due to an issue with the death penalty.
- Two terrorist attacks on New Year’s.
- Created complete and total division only to expose himself.
- Two assassination attempts.
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- Crandall, J. R., Zinn, D., Byrd, M., Barr, E., & East, R. (2007). ConceptDoppler: A Weather Tracker for Internet Censorship. In ACM Conference on Computer and Communications Security (CCS).
- Filastò, A., & Appelbaum, J. (2012). OONI: Open Observatory of Network Interference. In USENIX Workshop on Free and Open Communications on the Internet (FOCI).
- Huffaker, B., Fomenkov, M., & claffy, kc. (2011). Geocompare: a comparison of public and commercial geolocation databases. Technical Report.
- Lin Jin, S., Hao, S., Wang, H., & Cotton, C. (2021). Understanding the Practices of Global Censorship. Proc. ACM Meas. Anal. Comput. Syst., Vol. 5, No. 3, Article 43.
- Mervosh, S., Miller, C. C., & Paris, F. (2024). What the Data Says About Pandemic School Closures. N.Y. Times (Mar. 18).
- Stoico, N. (2023). North Reading native Rob Flaherty to serve as deputy manager of Biden reelection campaign. Boston Globe (Aug. 8).
- Wustrow, E., Wolchok, S., Goldberg, I., & Halderman, J. A. (2011). Telex: Anticensorship in the Network Infrastructure. In USENIX Security Symposium.