Democratic lawmakers have once again shown their lack of respect for President Biden by skipping his speech at the House Democratic Caucus Issues Conference in Baltimore to attend a Joni Mitchell concert.
While the president was touting his accomplishments, more than a dozen Democrats were watching Mitchell receive the Library of Congress’ Gershwin Prize at D.A.R. Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C.
This disrespectful behavior is not surprising, as Democrats have consistently shown a lack of regard for the president and his administration.
Among those who skipped the speech were Democratic Reps. Maxwell Frost of Florida, Earl Blumenauer of Oregon, Steve Cohen of Tennessee, Dan Kildee of Michigan, Mark Takano of California, Andy Kim of New Jersey, Katie Porter of California, Pramila Jayapal of Washington, Lloyd Doggett of Texas, Hillary Scholten of Michigan and Greg Casar of Texas. Democratic Sens. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, Patty Murray of Washington and Jack Reed of Rhode Island also attended the concert, along with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif.; Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine; and Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wis.
While some of the lawmakers reportedly surrounded Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden before she presented the award to Mitchell, Biden gave his speech in Baltimore, where he declared he’s going to ban assault weapons and high capacity magazines “come hell or high water.”
This shows the president’s commitment to the safety of American citizens, but it is unfortunate that Democrats were not there to hear it.
It is clear that Democrats prioritize their personal interests over the needs of the American people.
By skipping the president’s speech, they have shown that they do not take their responsibilities as elected officials seriously. This behavior is unacceptable and should be condemned by all Americans who value respect, responsibility, and leadership.