Joe Biden’s Speech at Union Conference: Emphasizing Hard Work Over Inheritance and Rebuilding the Coalition
During a conference for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, a labor group that has endorsed his bid for reelection, President Biden spoke about his upbringing in contrast to that of his opponent. He highlighted the differences between his hometown of Scranton, Pa., and the extravagant lifestyle of Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home in Palm Beach, Fla. Biden emphasized how some people believe that inheriting wealth is the best way to get rich, while he believes that hard work and paying taxes are for everyone.
Biden has been focusing on rebuilding the coalition that brought him to the White House in 2020, particularly targeting union workers. In 2016, union households had shifted from blue to red, contributing to Trump’s victory in states like Michigan. However, Biden was able to win back these crucial states in the 2020 election. The president often touts himself as the most pro-union president in history and has shown his support for unions by joining a picket line to strike with autoworkers last year.
Overall, Biden is working to secure the support of union workers and emphasize his commitment to their interests as he campaigns for reelection. His efforts to connect with this crucial demographic may prove to be a key factor in the upcoming election.
