Biden delivered his first State of the Union with war in Europe and division at home.
The breakdown:
- Ukraine: Vowed solidarity, promised sanctions and support, stopped short of direct U.S. combat.
- Economy: Pledged to fight inflation, strengthen supply chains, and tax corporations.
- Unity: Called to “fund the police” as a pivot away from progressive slogans.
The speech was competent, not transformative. Applause in the chamber contrasted with skepticism outside. Words cannot erase inflation at checkout or exhaustion in hospitals. A divided Congress heard talking points; voters will measure bills, not lines.