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Opinion | Joe Biden should step aside now

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5 months ago

July 2, 2024

Opinion | Joe Biden should step aside now

Adam Frisch, a Democrat, is a candidate for the U.S. House in Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District.

During conversations I’ve had over the 432 miles I’ve driven since Thursday night across Colorado’s Western Slope, I’ve been hearing from people across my district about their frustrations with our presidential choices. These are regular people — Democrats, Republicans and independents — not D.C. pundits or political insiders.

We are at a critical point in our country’s history. It is not a time to think about which party or which tribe you belong to, but rather what is most important for the future of our country and our children.

On Tuesday, I called for President Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential election.

The entire country was left stunned during and after last Thursday’s debate. The indelible images and sound bites from that evening will remain with us, repeated in campaign ad after campaign ad, and make it impossible for Biden to win his election. It left people in my district feeling sick to their stomachs. Biden has had fewer and fewer press appearances as his term has proceeded, raising questions about his abilities, and raising fears from the public that our president’s staff has been lying to us about his capabilities.

This decision to speak out is not a referendum on Biden’s accomplishments, nor how good of a person the president is, but rather what the best options for our country should be. I have always said we are going to do the right thing, for the right reasons, in the right way.

There are a lot of people who support Donald Trump, especially in my district, and many of the grievances the former president raises in his campaign ring true for many Americans. However, we need a serious, positive, solutions-based approach to the very serious issues our communities face. In my mind, anyone who spends time quibbling about his golf handicap instead of answering questions about how to make life better for all Americans should be disqualified from the presidency. It’s time for a new generation of leaders to take the reins.

For years, Republican insiders have privately expressed grave concerns about Trump yet sing his praises publicly. It is frustrating to see that this public-private dichotomy is not a single-party phenomenon but rather is one of the most telling aspects of why people don’t trust either party. This is the furthest thing from bipartisanship that the country wants to see.

Biden ran in 2020 as a transitional leader for the next generation. When he announced a reelection campaign in 2023, I publicly commented that I was one of the 75 percent of the people in the country that was not happy with a rematch. Both parties have deep benches. For the good of our country, it is time we showcase them.

This is President Biden’s moment — and his biggest test. He should put personal ambition aside, and then stand up and announce he will withdraw from consideration. The deep Democratic bench should work to nominate a younger slate. We can then join together to focus on the problems and solutions that are most important to our country.

We must focus on lowering the costs of gas, groceries and health care; securing the border and creating a pathway to citizenship for longtime law-abiding residents; and protecting the rights of women and eliminating government-mandated pregnancies. These are real and pressing problems for Americans and new leadership is needed.

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When does No. 1 Oregon football play Washington? Kickoff time set for Ducks vs. Huskies

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3 hours ago

November 24, 2024

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When does No. 1 Oregon football play Washington? Kickoff time set for Ducks vs. Huskies

The No. 1 Oregon football team will look to wrap its regular season with a perfect record against rival Washington next Saturday at home for senior night.

The Ducks (11-0, 8-0 Big Ten) are the only unbeaten team left in the Big Ten and could get some revenge against the Huskies (6-5, 4-4 Big Ten) at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 from Autzen Stadium.

The game will air on NBC.

Oregon coach Dan Lanning will be looking for his first win against the Huskies as head coach, having lost all three matchups in the last two seasons against UW.

The Washington team in 2024 is a far cry from what it was in 2022 and 2023, with first-year head coach Jedd Fisch replacing Kalen DeBoer (now at Alabama) and guiding Washington to a 6-5 record.

The Ducks have already qualified for the Big Ten Championship game, set to be played the following Saturday, Dec. 7.

Alec Dietz covers University of Oregon football, volleyball, women’s basketball and baseball for The Register-Guard. You may reach him at adietz@registerguard.com and you can follow him on X @AlecDietz.

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Bellevue vs. Kennewick: Live score, updates of Washington high school football quarterfinals (11/23/2024)

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11 hours ago

November 23, 2024

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Bellevue vs. Kennewick: Live score, updates of Washington high school football quarterfinals (11/23/2024)

If there is one team that relishes the opportunity to go toe-to-toe with reigning Class 3A champion Bellevue, it is the Kennewick Lions.

They played the Wolverines tough, losing a close 2021 state championship game.

The two programs meet in a rematch at 3 p.m. Pacific time in a WIAA Class 3A quarterfinal game at Belleve High School. A live feed is available on NFHS Network (subscription only).

SBLive is tracking scores across the state of Washington through Week 12. Stay with us for the latest score and game updates from pregame to teardown. Refresh this post and scroll down for the latest.

PRE-GAME: BELLEVUE VS. KENNEWICK

FIRST QUARTER

Updates provided when play starts.

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About Bellevue

Key players— RB Max Jones, OL/DL Demetri Manning, RB/LB Ryken Moon, DL Johnny O’Connor, RB/DB Bryce Smith

About Kennewick

Key players— OL Jose Cadenas, RB Canaan Hays, DL Tanner Larson, LB Cooper Neer, RB Alex Roberts

* WEEK 12 WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PLAYOFF PRIMER

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Oregon State vs. Washington State channel, time, schedule, live stream to watch Saturday college football game | Sporting News

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20 hours ago

November 23, 2024

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Oregon State vs. Washington State channel, time, schedule, live stream to watch Saturday college football game | Sporting News

The stakes couldn’t be higher as Washington State and Oregon State clash on Saturday with the Pac-12 Championship on the line.

The Beavers are licking their wounds after suffering their first shutout loss in nearly a decade, while the Cougars are reeling from a shocking 38-35 defeat at New Mexico. That loss not only dashed Washington State’s College Football Playoff dreams but also overshadowed an incredible outing by quarterback John Mateer.

Washington State holds the upper hand historically, leading the series 57-48-3. In last year’s matchup, the Cougars fended off a wild fourth-quarter comeback by OSU to secure a 38-35 win in Pullman.

Here is everything you need to know about Oregon State vs. Washington State, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Where to watch Oregon State vs. Washington State today: TV channel, live stream

TV channel: The CW
Live stream: Fubo

Oregon State vs. Washington State will air nationally on The CW, with Ted Robinson (play-by-play) and Ryan Leaf (analyst) on the call.

Viewers can stream the game on Fubo, which offers a free trial to first-time users.

For a limited time, Fubo is offering the first month for as low as $59.99, a $20 savings. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and 200+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)

Oregon State vs. Washington State start time

Date: Saturday, Nov. 23
Time: 7 p.m. ET | 5 p.m. MT | 4 p.m. PT

Oregon State vs. Washington State will kick off at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, Nov. 23. The game will be played at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon.

Oregon State football schedule 2024

Date	Game	Time (ET)
Aug. 31	Oregon State 38, Idaho State 15	—
Sept. 7	Oregon State 21, SDSU 0	—
Sept. 14	Oregon State 15, Oregon 49	—
Sept. 21	Oregon State 38, Purdue 21	—
Oct. 5	Oregon State 39, Colorado State 31	—
Oct. 12	Nevada 42, Oregon State 37	—
Oct. 19	Oregon State 25, UNLV 33	—
Oct. 26	Cal 44, Oregon State 7	—
Nov. 9	Oregon State 13, San Jose State 24	—
Nov. 16	Air Force 28, Oregon State 0	—
Nov. 23	vs. Washington State	7 p.m.
Nov. 29	at Boise State	12 p.m.

Washington State football schedule 2024

Date	Game	Time (ET)
Aug. 31	Washington State 70, Portland State 30	—
Sept. 7	Washington State 37, Texas Tech 16	—
Sept. 14	Washington State 24, Washington 19	—
Sept. 20	Washington State 54, San Jose State 52	—
Sept. 28	Boise State 45, Washington State 24	—
Oct. 12	Fresno State 17, Washington State 25	—
Oct. 19	Washington State 42, Hawaii 10	—
Oct. 26	San Diego State 26, Washington State 29	—
Nov. 9	Washington State 49, Utah State 28	—
Nov. 16	New Mexico 38, Washington State 35	—
Nov. 23	at Oregon State	7:00 p.m.
Nov. 30	vs. Wyoming	6:30 p.m.