Blinken Comments On D-Day During MSNBC Interview
We're supposed to be recognizing the Greatest Generation and the sacrifices they made on D-Day, honoring those who gave their lives and those who survived in the noble fight to defeat the Nazis. But recently, some Democrats seem to be making it about themselves and their political agendas.
One notable instance was a comment from Hillary Clinton, where she suggested that voting against Republicans was akin to the brave Americans who fought on D-Day. Clinton claimed that such a vote was a way to save "democracy." This comparison is not only inaccurate but also offensive. Voting in an election does not equate to the harrowing and heroic act of landing at Normandy to help defeat the Nazis. It's this kind of rhetoric that makes it clear why she lost. She doesn't seem to understand the gravity and vileness of her statement.
Eighty years ago today, thousands of brave Americans fought to protect democracy on the shores of Normandy.
This November, all we have to do is vote.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) June 6, 2024
But Clinton wasn't alone. Joe Biden's Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, also made a questionable remark about D-Day. When asked what message allies and enemies should take from Biden's speech about D-Day, Blinken drew a parallel between the resolve shown by D-Day soldiers and that supposedly shown by Biden today. He stated that we honor what they did by standing up to Russian aggression in Ukraine.
Biden Secretary of State Antony Blinken on D-Day: "The same resolve that the extraordinary men and women that we're celebrating today showed then, [Biden] is showing now" pic.twitter.com/eG4mjwy8Au
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) June 6, 2024
This comparison is problematic. Attending a ceremony and delivering a speech does not demonstrate the same resolve as those who landed on the beaches under heavy fire. Even if Blinken was referring to Biden's support for Ukraine, it still pales in comparison to the sheer bravery and sacrifice of D-Day soldiers. This day is about the veterans, those who died, and their courage, not an opportunity to inflate Biden's image or promote current political agendas.
Joe Biden's handlers flew him to France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy on D-Day.
But does Joe Biden actually know why he is there.
Previously, Joe Biden forgot which day #DDay occurred:pic.twitter.com/9dE5Y29qol
— Steve Guest (@SteveGuest) June 6, 2024
Such comments are not only tone-deaf but also deeply offensive. Comparing Biden, who has had his share of gaffes and confusing moments about historical events like D-Day, to the brave heroes of World War II is misguided. Biden once shared a bizarre tale about his uncle supposedly being eaten by cannibals, showing a troubling confusion about historical facts. This is not the same as the valor displayed by those who fought on D-Day.
Ronald Reagan forty years ago today on the boys of Pointe du Hoc. (Shorter version). pic.twitter.com/Y0VPlC80Si
— Clay Travis (@ClayTravis) June 6, 2024
The sacrifices made by the Greatest Generation on D-Day deserve respect and solemn remembrance. Their bravery led to the defeat of a terrible enemy and helped shape the world as we know it. To trivialize their sacrifice by making it a point in current political debates diminishes the true meaning of their heroism. Let us keep the focus where it belongs: on the veterans and their incredible acts of courage.