Joe Biden is heading back to the campaign trail—and he’s bringing his wife Jill with him.
After spending some time out of the spotlight, the Bidens say they’re ready to roll up their sleeves and help the Democratic Party figure out where it goes next.
In a recent meeting with top party leaders, including the new chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), Biden promised to help raise money and support Democrat candidates in key races.
His return to the political scene comes as Democrats admit they’re still struggling to find their footing in the post-Trump era.
Now, here’s what that really means for the rest of us—especially folks who believe in smaller government, personal freedom, and fiscal responsibility.
BREAKING: Joe and Jill Biden want back into politics – NBC
Biden plans to campaign and “do anything else necessary” to save the Democratic Party during the 2nd Trump era.
He privately met with the DNC’s new chair. pic.twitter.com/BNdBq1fGPD
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) March 21, 2025
Trying to “Fix” the Democrat Party
The Democrat Party has been in a bit of a tailspin.
Many voters—especially younger and working-class ones—are unsure about what the party stands for anymore.
Some Democrats say their party has lost touch with everyday Americans, focusing more on identity politics and big government spending than on jobs, security, or economic freedom.
So, Biden’s plan is to help “rebuild” the party and bring in more support before the next big election.
That means fundraising (lots of it), public appearances, and likely more speeches about “unity” and “democracy”—buzzwords we’ve all heard before.
But critics wonder: Is Biden the right guy to lead a comeback?
Polls Tell a Different Story
Let’s talk numbers.
A recent Gallup poll showed that Biden’s approval rating has been stuck below 45% for months.
In fact, many Americans say they’re worse off financially than they were before he took office. Inflation, rising grocery prices, and higher gas costs have hit families hard.
And a 2024 Harvard/Harris poll found that 56% of voters think Biden’s policies have made the country weaker.
So while the Bidens may be eager to get back into the political game, it’s clear that not everyone is cheering them on.
A Return to Bigger Government?
When Biden talks about rebuilding the Democrat Party, it usually means growing the size of government.
Think more spending, more regulations, and more government control over everyday life.
That’s a big concern for those of us who believe that the best government is a limited one.
Remember the trillion-dollar spending bills? Or the push for student loan forgiveness, which critics say unfairly shifts debt onto taxpayers?
That’s the kind of “leadership” many Americans are worried will return if Biden has a bigger role in shaping the party’s future.
Meanwhile, Conservatives Push Back
On the other side of the aisle, Republicans and conservatives say they welcome the challenge.
They believe the Biden-led strategy gives them a clear contrast to campaign against.
In fact, in places like Nevada, grassroots efforts to hold leaders accountable and clean up voter rolls—like the Pigpen Project—are gaining traction.
Voters are waking up and getting involved locally, where real change happens.
A Country at a Crossroads
Whether Biden’s return will rally Democrats or drive more people toward limited-government principles remains to be seen.
But one thing is clear: Americans are paying attention.
Going forward, voters will have a choice.
Do they want to stick with a party that keeps growing the size and cost of government?
Or are they ready to try something different—something simpler, leaner, and more focused on freedom?
The Bidens may be back in politics, but so are the American people.
And this time, they’re not staying silent.
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