Biden Biographer: “I Don’t Think the President Is at Peace With His Decision” | Amanpour and Company

remember though, that many Americans adore Biden. I hope there is a jubilant moment at the convention that expresses our deep appreciation for his rescue of us at just the time we needed him.

He did something trump could never do

I'm not at peace with his decision either but I think it's best for his well being.

Any person who has made his life about overcoming obstacles and naysayers to end up as President is of course not going to be "at peace" with a decision like this. This is leadership.

It's not about him, it's about the good of the country.

I am sure he isn't but he is leaving with a great legacy.

He will be at peace when he gets a hero's welcome at the DNC.

I love President Biden and I believe that he has done a much better job than anyone gives him credit for. However, based on the response by the American people-- hundreds of millions of dollars raised and hundreds of thousands of volunteers signed up, passing the torch was the best decision for the future of America.

Leave Biden alone. He is the GOAT

We love you Joe💙. You rock!

I thought Biden did very well in March in his State of the Union speech. The contrast with his debate performance was shocking. I am glad he did the right thing, and I think the late timing might ironically work to the benefit of Harris’ campaign.

THANK YOU, PRESIDENT BIDEN! 💙🇺🇸 LET’S GO HARRIS! WE ARE NOT GOING BACK! 💃🏽🥥💪🏻🗳️💙⚖️🇺🇸

I can't imagine 1 president that didn't age in dog-yrs. while serving in the White House after 4 yrs.

It's not about selflessness it's about political expediency. His vast experience would still be an asset to have in the white house as a senior adviser.

Biggest trust buster since Teddy Roosevelt and most pro union president since FDR.

Biden still has a lot of fight left in him. He needs more sleep. If he has a regret it's that he should've slept more before the debate. So if he's 'not at peace,' with his decision, that's because he feels he can still govern, still kick Trump's ass in the election. But he's clearly highly intelligent and open to advice from others. He did what he thought would be best for the country. I think when he gets out on the stump for Kamala Harris, or launches a few new initiatives he's going to look up in a way that says, "See, I've still got it." And if you ask him he'll say, "Yes, I accept it just wasn't worth the risk." Then he'll add, "I am so proud of how Kamala has risen to the challenge. She's going to be an amazing president." We had a debate between two candidates, one old and tired that night, the other a convicted criminal, liar, rapist, only out for himself. Was there a way for Joe Biden to change what happened? He was probably planing on winning the next one, instead what he did won the first debate in retrospect. He did the right thing. Trump is incapable of doing anything selfless. So who would be the better president a tired man with intelligence and integrity or a jumpy criminal who's never read a book?

Knowing when to step aside is a very hard thing. I can see how it was very hard for him, as I watch the challenges my parent's face (they are the same age) dealing with medical issues and aging.

Biden's speech this week was his greatest, in my opinion. It was a touching and bittersweet goodbye.

I like to think this was a well calculated event that heightened the impact of Kamala's campaign. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. I was heart broken when he dropped out, but now, I'm ecstatic that she is the candidate. Now, keep her from being asassinated, please.

These two men are still young. Once you're approaching 70, you begin contemplating your own mortality and it's a hard pill to swallow. My body has aged a hell of a lot more than my mind, which adds to how tough this is. If Biden isn't at peace with his decision, he's brave enough to admit it. You should never put words into someone else's mouth without losing all respect.