Biden has been trying – unsuccessfully – to sell his economic agenda as a win for the American people. He defines this agenda, called Bidenomics, as a “vision where we make smart investments in America, educate and empower American workers, and promote competition to lower costs and help small businesses.” If that’s what Bidenomics actually meant, it would be great, but this definition is worlds away from the economic reality most Americans are experiencing.
Under Biden, savings, wages, and economic confidence have all suffered. Despite promising that inflation would be temporary, the average American has lost more than $10,000 through price hikes alone. It’s no surprise that 66% of people are not happy with our economy (and that’s according to CNN!) and almost half of Americans say their financial situation is actively getting worse.
With a record this poor, it’s disappointing to see a president take an economic victory lap. By taking credit for the state of the economy, as he should, he is taking credit for all the harm hardworking Americans are facing, which is nothing to celebrate. Even after Friday’s jobs report came out, showing that June added fewer jobs than any other month of Biden’s presidency, this administration proposed no new policies to help combat inflation; in fact, they doubled down, tweeting out that “Bidenomics is working.”
No, Mr. President. It’s not – at least, not by your definition.
The House Small Business Committee, which does a much better job than this administration of representing Main Street America, offered a much more accurate definition of “Bidenomics:” |
The good news, for Biden anyway, is that by this definition – which actually reflects how Biden’s policies are harming Americans – “Bidenomics” has been a wild success. |
In this week's edition of Buddy's Briefing, we're talking about some truly great decisions that have come out of the Supreme Court lately. |
Monday, July 3, 2023: I was honored to attend the annual Independence Day celebration in Richmond Hill in Bryan County on Saturday held at J. F. Gregory Park. While there are many great venues for community celebrations in the First District and in the State of Georgia, few can compare with J.F. Gregory Park. With fireworks, entertainment, inflatables, food trucks, vendors, and even the Swingin’ Medallions, the annual event was a booming success. I’m up early this morning and live on Mornings with Maria on Fox Business as we discuss the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruling on student loans, the Biden controversies, and legislation I have introduced to require Naloxone to be placed in every school in America. Later in the morning, I head to our Savannah district office where I have a series of constituent meetings. |
Carter at Richmond Hill Fourth of July Celebration |
Tuesday, July 4, 2023: Today is Independence Day, our country’s 246th birthday. In the First District it could be referred to as All-Saints day as we hit St. Marys, St. George, and then St. Simons all in the same day. We start off in Camden County with the 54th annual St. Marys Independence Day parade sponsored by the St. Marys Kiwanis Club. The parade is part of a full day of family-oriented festivities that includes the parade, vendors, activities, and a great fireworks show on the riverfront at night. Afterwards, we head to St. George in Charlton County, the southernmost named settlement in Georgia, where we enjoy a great lunch with community members including hot dogs, watermelon, boiled peanuts, and delicious deserts. Next, we head to St. Simons for the annual golf cart parade that starts in Mallery ballpark and passes by the St. Simons Pier. This parade is always a treat as people go all out with decorations and the number of entrants this year is off the charts. |
Carter at Fourth of July parade in St. Simons |
Wednesday, July 5, 2023: I’m up early and in Jesup in Wayne County for an in-studio radio interview on the World Famous Butch and Bob show on Big Dog Country WIFO as we discuss news of the day and I give an update from Washington. Afterwards, I head to Waycross in Ware County where I meet with the new CEO of Memorial Satilla Health, Dale Neely, and his staff for an update on the hospital and a tour of the facilities. For over 60 years, this 231-bed full service, acute care facility has been providing high quality medical care to the greater Waycross area. After a great visit, I head back to Jesup where I am honored to be the guest speaker at this week’s meeting of the Jesup Exchange Club and bring them up to date on Washington issues. Afterwards, I head to the Wayne County Commission offices where I meet with new County Administrator Paul Drawdy. Although Paul has been on the job less than two months, he is no stranger to the area as he is a Jesup native and has worked in county law enforcement in for many years. Next, I head back to Pooler where I have a virtual interview with Fox 28 News to discuss the recent SCOTUS rulings on student loans and college admissions. After participating in the annual workplace rights and responsibility training course required of all members of Congress, I have a virtual interview with Centerpoint on Trinity Broadcasting Network where I discuss legislation I have recently introduced dealing with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) proposed rules to limit boat speeds on the Atlantic Coast during the Right Whale mating season. While we all want to protect these great creatures, these rules would have a devastating effect on recreational fishing and negatively impact port traffic as well. |
Carter on the Butch and Bob Show |
Thursday, July 6, 2023: I’m in Nahunta in Brantley County this morning and, during the drive, I join in on our all-staff conference call. Once in Nahunta, I head to the industrial park for a visit with Full Circle Lithium, a battery material processing company focused on lithium and battery material reintegration. With a primary focus of recycling high purity lithium as well as high purity copper and aluminum, Full Circle Lithium aims to meet the demand for battery-grade raw materials. After an impressive presentation and brief tour of the facility, I head to a meeting with my good friend, Brantley County Sherriff Len Davis. Next, I head to our Brunswick district office, where I have constituent meetings and film this week’s edition of Buddy’s Briefing before heading back to Pooler. Once in Pooler, I host a tele-townhall phone conference where my special guest is former Georgia State Senator Eric Johnson who is currently project director for the Savannah Joint Development Authority and is overseeing the construction of the Hyundai Metaplant in Bryan County. This tele-townhall is one of the most successful we have had to date as we have almost 5000 people join us. |
Carter meeting with Full Circle Lithium team |
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