The 20 best lines from Joe Biden's White House Correspondents Dinner speech

Here we go!

On Saturday night, political Washington gathered for the annual White House Correspondents Dinner. As almost always, the president of the United States spoke.

I didn’t watch Joe Biden’s speech live but thanks to the (many) miracles of technology, I was able to catch it on Sunday. You can too — right here:

I also went through the transcript of Biden’s speech — and pulled out the lines you need to see.

Given the ongoing concerns in the electorate about Biden’s age and abilities, I think it is VERY worthwhile to examine what he says in big moments — like when the entire Washington press corps is gathered to hear him!

This takes time, however. And energy. So I put these “lines” post behind a paywall. I very much hope you consider becoming a paid subscriber to get this — and all of my content. I believe the coverage I am providing of this election is absolutely critical.

Thanks! To the lines!

1. “I want to thank you for the warm welcome.  But please, not so loud. Donald is listening.  ‘Sleepy Don.’ I kind of like that.  I may use that again.”

Biden, of late, has been going after Donald Trump in MUCH more personal ways — likely designed to piss off the notoriously thin-skinned billionaire. And, yes, Trump did fall asleep 3 out of the first 4 days he spent on trial.

2. “And my wife, Jill, who is with me tonight, was worried how I’d do.  I told her, ‘Don’t worry.  It’s just like riding a bike.’  She said, ‘That’s what I’m worried about.’”

3. “Of course, the 2024 election is in full swing.  And, yes, age is an issue.  I’m a grown man running against a six-year-old.”

ZING! Remember: 1) Trump is watching (of course) and 2) He hates being made fun of — and has zero sense of humor about himself.

4. “I’m campaigning all over the country: Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina.  I always done well in the original 13 colonies.”

This is a very good one — and smart to poke fun at his age!!!

5. “Did you hear what Donald just said about the major Civil War battle?  Quote, ‘Gettysburg.  Wow.’  Trump’s speech was so embarrassing, the statue of Robert E.  Lee surrendered again.”

I still don’t think Trump’s lines about the battle of Gettysburg got enough attention. I mean…