According to Axios, President Biden’s refusal to acknowledge his physical limitations at the age of 81 has divided his team. Despite advice from advisers and First Lady Jill Biden to rest and focus on his health for the 2024 term, Biden insists on his amazing vitality for his age. However, several current and former aides doubt his self-perception, believing he may not realize how his age is regarded.
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Internal Divide Emerges Over Biden’s Claims of Youthfulness
Despite his team’s concerns and rest recommendations, Biden says, “I feel so much younger than my age.” Some in his circle roll their eyes when he says he feels young, seeing it as a rejection of his age.
Biden’s emphasis on feeling youthful contrasts with his aides’ and close associates’ concerns, showing internal tension about his age and energy claims.
His staff members admire the president’s zeal but worry about how his words may be taken. Some praise his vigor for his age, but others emphasize the need to accept age-related restrictions and take care of his health.
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Biden’s Perceived Vitality Clashes with Concerns
Biden’s fervent belief in his youthful energy clashes with his staff and close allies’ concerns about his acceptance of age-related restrictions and the need for relaxation.
This perceptual gap and varying views about Biden’s age and vitality complicate his team’s internal dynamics as they worry about his well-being and effectiveness.
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