Four Years, Five Fiascos: The Toll of Government Overreach

 This article by Rick McDowell discusses how the Biden administration's actions over the past four years have negatively affected America. It highlights five major failures that have impacted the nation's economy, society, and overall spirit.

1. COVID Mandates: The government's response to COVID-19, including mandates on masks, social distancing, and vaccinations, led to a significant loss of freedoms and widespread economic shutdowns. This response particularly harmed industries and caused substantial job losses, yet the resulting economic crises are often blamed on the virus instead of government actions.

2. Mass Unvetted Migration: From 2021 to 2024, approximately eight million migrants entered the U. S. illegally. This unprecedented influx has disrupted social systems such as education and healthcare. Many of these migrants seem unwilling to integrate into American society, leading to greater cultural divides.

3. Multiple Trillion Dollar Government Spending Programs: The Biden administration has implemented numerous spending initiatives, contributing around $8 trillion in new expenditures. These programs, including COVID relief measures and infrastructure spending, have resulted in increased national debt without delivering tangible benefits for taxpayers or society.

4. The New Treatment of Crime and Justice: The social justice movement, intensified by events like George Floyd's death, led to widespread crime and leniency in policing. This situation has been exacerbated by political lawfare aimed at opponents, raising concerns about judicial overreach and the integrity of the legal system.

5. Biden Administration Executive Order on DEI: The focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion across federal agencies has stirred controversy and backlash. Many policies perceived as prioritizing identity politics over merit have led to discrimination lawsuits, alienating segments of the public and diverting attention from governance.

The article suggests that the various policies and actions taken by the Biden administration reflect a shift away from core government objectives, impacting the public negatively. There is hope for a return to effective governance focused on targeted efforts rather than expanding governmental reach, suggesting that future administrations might learn from these lessons. 

https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2025/04/four_years_five_fiascos_the_toll_of_government_overreach.html