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The United States is today commemorating the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11th with a grand commemoration.
While the nation shows itself united in mourning, the memorial marathon is overshadowed by several conflicts.
Roland Nelles, DER SPIEGEL
“We are experiencing a country that not only has a weakened president, but is also weakened itself. At least that's what the New York Times writes in an editorial. And I think that's a pretty accurate inventory. Joe Biden, he is responsible for the Afghanistan debacle. And of course now, on the 20th anniversary, that is a topic that is still very much in the spotlight. "
The USA ended the Afghanistan mission just two weeks ago after almost 20 years.
Biden came under massive criticism because of the sometimes chaotic circumstances of the troop withdrawal, the takeover of power by the Taliban and the attack near Kabul airport with more than 100 deaths.
Roland Nelles, DER SPIEGEL
“He's under heavy attack, mostly from the Republicans, of course. From the opposition, who accuses him of bringing a great victory to America's enemies, the Taliban, the terrorists, practically on this 20th anniversary. Of course, Joe Biden also has other problems with the corona crisis that he just can't get a grip on. 1500 Americans still die from Corona every day. "
Joe Biden, US President
“My message to all unvaccinated Americans: what are you waiting for? What else has to happen? The vaccinations are free, effective and safe. We have been patient, but we are running out of patience. "
The problem: The vaccination campaign in the USA is hardly making any progress despite many incentives.
So far, 53.4 percent of the population has been fully vaccinated.
About 63 percent received the first injection.
Roland Nelles, DER SPIEGEL
“In this situation, Joe Biden is finally trying to get back on the offensive. So he has presented a whole package of measures with which he wants to force corona deniers, those unwilling to be vaccinated, to finally get vaccinated. "
For example, all employees of federal authorities are required to be vaccinated.
In addition, companies with more than 100 employees must ensure that their employees are vaccinated or tested once a week.
Roland Nelles, DER SPIEGEL
“Well, for the Americans that is actually a major encroachment on private economic life. And that's why the Republicans are of course there too. You accuse Biden of exceeding his powers as president and, in a certain way, of actually restricting the freedoms of individuals. But there is also a glimmer of hope for Joe Biden. Next Tuesday are the so-called recall elections in California. That’s, if you will, a kind of vote of no confidence in the governor there against the Democrat Gavin Newsom. And so far it has always looked as if the Democrats were going to get it on the lid. But now, the latest polls say they may have great success in their old stronghold.Then, of course, Joe Biden could also take that a bit for himself and could say to his critics: You see, it's going well, but the people are satisfied with my work. What do you actually want. If things go wrong, of course, and the Democrats actually lose, it would certainly be quite a political catastrophe for the party and also for the president. But of course the Democrats keep their fingers crossed for each other and are pretty sure that they can get out of the matter with a good result and then celebrate as the successful party. "If things go wrong, of course, and the Democrats actually lose, it would certainly be quite a political catastrophe for the party and also for the president. But of course the Democrats keep their fingers crossed for each other and are pretty sure that they can get out of the matter with a good result and then celebrate as the successful party. "If things go wrong, of course, and the Democrats actually lose, it would certainly be quite a political catastrophe for the party and also for the president. But of course the Democrats keep their fingers crossed for each other and are pretty sure that they can get out of the matter with a good result and then celebrate as the successful party. "