Former President Joe Biden made headlines with his recent appearance at the Society for Human Resource Management convention in San Diego.
During the event, Biden unveiled that he was working on a memoir while also providing insights into his ongoing advisory role with European leaders and U.S. politicians, Fox News reported.
Biden's engagement at the convention marked one of his few public appearances since leaving office in January. His speech and subsequent discussion with SHRM president and CEO Johnny Taylor were his first steps back into the public eye, shedding light on his post-presidential life which has stirred quite a bit of interest and discourse among his peers and the public alike.
In the detailed conversation, which was later publicized by Democratic operative Chris Jackson on the social platform X, Biden touched on the complex dynamics of current global politics. He emphasized that his long-term relationships with global figures still lead them to seek his insights.
Biden disclosed that he regularly receives communications from European leaders. "I’m getting calls. I’m not going to go into it, I can’t, from a number of European leaders asking me to get engaged," Biden explained. "I’m not, but I’m giving advice. Because things are different," he added, highlighting the unique international political climate caused by former President Trump's presidency.
Biden’s involvement is not limited to international affairs. He also maintains a significant advisory presence within the U.S., discussing issues with figures from both sides of the political spectrum. According to Biden, his experience offers valuable perspectives which his colleagues seek out.
The announcement of his forthcoming memoir was another significant aspect of Biden's speech. He aims to complete the comprehensive 500-page memoir reflecting on his political journey by March of the current year. Such publications are commonplace for former presidents, yet they invariably attract significant public and media attention due to the personal and political revelations they often contain.
Biden acknowledged the typical post-presidential expectation of writing memoirs. "How can you just walk away?" he pondered during his discussion, underlining the continued public and personal responsibility felt by former officeholders.
Biden expressed that his return to public engagements has been selective, focused more on meaningful discourse rather than mere visibility. “You don’t see me out there publicly doing a lot of this. But I’m also dealing with a lot of Democrats and Republican colleagues, all of them, wanting to talk, not because they think I have the answer, just to bounce things off me. I’m seeing a lot of officeholders… I’m not looking for them. They asked to see me, I see them,” Biden shared.
At the SHRM convention, Biden highlighted a figure who, despite stepping down from the most visible public duty, has not shunned the intricate web of politics, where leaders continue to seek his expertise and moderation.
Despite his decrease in public appearances, criticism has not evaded Biden. His reappearance in the public sphere earlier in May drew critiques from some members of his own party, demonstrating the polarized views within American political ranks.
When Fox News Digital reached out to Biden's office for further comments on his SHRM appearance and statements, there was no immediate response.
In conclusion, Joe Biden's speech to the SHRM brought to light his ongoing engagements both internationally and domestically. He revealed his advisory interactions with various political figures and heads of state, alongside discussing his memoir, which provides a personal glimpse into his extensive political career. His roles may have changed, but his influence and relevance in the political sphere evidently endure.
