In a move that shocked no one paying attention, former President Barack Obama delivered a speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) that was as superficial as it was self-serving. Just weeks after reportedly playing a key role in pushing Joe Biden out of the 2024 presidential race, Obama took the stage to heap praise on the man he effectively sidelined. The praise, however, felt more like a victory lap for Obama, who got exactly what he wanted: Biden out of the way, Kamala Harris stepping into the spotlight, and his influence over the Democratic Party solidified for what could be seen as his unofficial fourth term.
Biden’s Quick Exit: A Telling Sign
Joe Biden, the man who Obama once picked as his vice president, didn’t stick around long after his speech at the DNC. In what many saw as a clear indication of his displeasure, Biden left the convention almost immediately after addressing the crowd. The message was clear: Biden had been pushed out, and he knew it. And behind the scenes, Obama was pulling the strings, ensuring that Biden’s departure would pave the way for a candidate who could be more easily controlled.
Obama’s speech was filled with the kind of hollow platitudes that have come to define his brand of politics. “History will remember Joe Biden as an outstanding president who defended democracy at a moment of great danger,” Obama declared. But for those watching closely, it was obvious that these words rang hollow. This was not a heartfelt endorsement but rather a carefully crafted piece of political theater designed to make Obama look gracious while masking the reality of what had transpired.
The Real Story Behind Biden’s Exit
Let’s not forget how we got here. Biden’s disastrous debate performance against Donald Trump in June, where he stumbled over his words and appeared more subdued than ever, opened the floodgates. Suddenly, the media, which had been covering for Biden’s obvious cognitive decline, turned on him. And who was leading the charge? None other than Obama’s own allies, who wasted no time in calling for Biden to step down.
David Axelrod, Obama’s former chief strategist, was among the first to say it out loud: Biden was “not winning this race.” George Clooney, a longtime friend of the Obamas, penned a bombshell op-ed that practically shoved Biden out the door. Even Jon Favreau, Obama’s former speechwriter, joined in, attending a fundraiser in Los Angeles and reportedly leaving convinced that Biden was not up to the task.
Kamala Harris: The Puppet President
With Biden out of the race, the Democratic nomination fell to Kamala Harris, a figure deeply connected to Obama, yet not someone the Obamas particularly like or respect. However, in their view, this isn’t about liking Harris—it’s about controlling her. By orchestrating this coup, the Obamas have positioned themselves to effectively run a fourth term through Harris, who they now believe they own. Harris’s ties to Obama go back to the early 2000s, and she was one of the first major Democrats to endorse him in 2008. Now, she’s Obama’s chosen successor, but make no mistake, this isn’t about handing over the reins—it’s about keeping a tight grip on them.
Harris’s ascension isn’t just about her political acumen. It’s about Obama consolidating power within the Democratic Party. By pushing Biden out and elevating Harris, Obama ensured that his influence over the party would remain strong. And in his speech at the DNC, he made sure to remind everyone of that fact, praising Harris as someone who “won’t be focused on her problems. She’ll be focused on yours.” But in reality, she’ll be focused on doing exactly what Obama wants.
Obama’s Slime Ball Move
Let’s call Obama’s speech what it was: a slime ball move. It was the ultimate act of political theater, designed to make Obama look magnanimous while he was, in reality, rubbing salt in Biden’s wounds. Obama got what he wanted—Biden out of the race—and then he had the audacity to stand in front of the nation and act like he was Biden’s biggest supporter.
But the truth is, Biden’s departure was not voluntary. He was pushed out by a Democratic establishment that saw him as a liability, and Obama was leading the charge. Now, as Kamala Harris prepares to take the reins, Obama is making sure that everyone knows who’s really in control. Harris might be the nominee, but it’s clear that Obama intends to pull her strings, turning this into his de facto fourth term.
Final Thoughts
Barack Obama may have delivered a slick speech at the DNC, but don’t be fooled. Behind the polished words and smiling face is a man who got what he wanted by any means necessary. Joe Biden’s exit from the race was not a moment of unity but a calculated move by a former president who knew exactly how to get what he wanted—and who didn’t care who he had to push aside to get it. Now, with Harris as his puppet, Obama is setting himself up to continue running the show, ensuring that his influence over the Democratic Party remains unchallenged. Obama is a slime ball, plain and simple, and his hollow praise for Biden is just the latest example of his ruthless brand of politics.
