Biden’s farewell speech; A dangerous oligarchy is forming in America

According to RCO News Agency, US President Joe Biden, while sitting at his desk on Wednesday evening, highlighted some things in his farewell speech that lasted for 19 minutes, and unlike his recent speeches in which he mentioned his achievements, this time about He commented on the future path of his country and gave warnings.

The rise of oligarchy in the United States

According to CNN, while warning against the formation of an “oligarchy” in the United States, the President of the United States said: “I want to warn the country about some of my big concerns, and this concern is dangerous, and that dangerous concentration of power in the hands of many people. is rich.”

Although Biden did not mention specific names, he apparently meant people such as “Donald Trump”, the president-elect of the United States, and “Elon Musk”, an American billionaire, Trump’s ally and assistant, and the owner of the X social network (formerly Twitter).

Joe Biden added: “Today, an oligarchy of enormous wealth, power and influence is forming in America, which literally threatens our entire democracy, our basic rights and freedoms. Meanwhile, the rich were not punished and played by the rules. “The workers wanted rights to get their fair share, but along the way, the largest affluent class in the country was formed.”

The role of social networks

In another part of his farewell speech, Joe Biden addressed the issue of social networks as another of his concerns and said: “I am equally concerned about the potential emergence of a technology industrial complex that could also pose real dangers to our country. Americans are buried under a burden of misinformation that allows for the abuse of power. “The free press is collapsing and its editors are disappearing.”

He emphasized: “Social media ignores checking the facts. The truth is suffocated by lies aimed at power and profit. “We must hold social platforms accountable to protect our children, our families, and our democracy from abuse of power.”

A brief look at Biden’s actions

Although the US president did not directly mention his achievements, he said: “It will take time to feel the full impact of what we have done together. “But the seeds are planted and grow and bloom for decades to come.”

He made minor mentions of lowering prescription drug prices for seniors, passing gun safety laws and helping veterans get health care, and on foreign policy issues, he claimed: “We strengthened NATO. Ukraine is still free. And we have gone ahead in our competition with China and many other things.”

Threats of artificial intelligence

In addition to warning about the “profound dangers” of artificial intelligence, Biden said: “Artificial intelligence is the most important technology of our time, perhaps of all time. Nothing poses more profound risks to our economy and security, to our society and to humanity, but AI has the potential. “If safeguards are not in place, AI could pose new threats to our rights, way of life, privacy, way of working and protecting our country.”

He added: “We must ensure that artificial intelligence is used for good actions and can affect the development and progress of America. In the age of artificial intelligence, it is more important than ever that people rule. And America, as the land of the free, but not China, should lead the world in the development of artificial intelligence.”

The issue of democracy

In another part of his farewell speech, referring to democracy, the American president stated: “After 50 years at the head of power and politics, I know that believing in the idea of ​​America means respecting the governing institutions of a free society, including the presidency, Congress, courts. The press is free and independent. “Also, our system of separation of powers, checks and balances may not be perfect, but it has sustained our democracy for nearly 250 years.”

Biden also said: “To you, the American people, after 50 years of public service, I promise you that I still believe in the ideals that this nation stands for.” A nation for which the strength of our institutions and the character of our people are important and must remain stable. Now it’s your turn to protect. May you keep your faith. I love America. You love it too. May God protect you and may God protect our forces. Thank you for this great honor!”

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