On Susan Rice’s Call for Accountability
Susan Rice spoke of an “accountability agenda” with a straight face, which is quite something for a former Biden administration member. It’s almost funny how she can dangle the concept of accountability over others without considering her own past actions.
Rice’s comments weren’t just about the usual political maneuvers her party has engaged in against its rivals over the years. She hinted that, if Democrats gain control of Congress in the upcoming midterms, their scrutiny would extend to the private sector. Specifically, she’s eyeing companies that have either eliminated certain DEI programs or adopted corporate governance rules that she and her allies endorse.
While appearing on former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara’s podcast, the Obama-era insider insisted, “This isn’t a case of forgiving and forgetting. The damage these companies are inflicting is too significant for the American public and our national interests.”
She further claimed, “If these companies believe Democrats returning to power would mean playing by the old rules, they might be mistaken. They won’t simply overlook people fired or the policies violated.”
But what are these “old rules” she mentions? Are they the standards that existed before Biden, like protecting against debanking or deplatforming political opponents? It’s also worth noting that her former boss didn’t exactly let businesses off the hook. Yet it appears some executives anticipate a surge of consultants focused on inclusivity and environmental impact as a result of these shifts.
The term “accountability” strikes a chord, but not necessarily for the reasons Rice might hope.
Who stood accountable during her tenure for issues like the attempted concealment of Biden’s health challenges? I’m left wondering if she and others in power have truly prioritized democracy, or if they’ve primarily sought to maintain their own positions.
Recently, the Washington Post reported concerns from longtime friends of Joe Biden regarding the toll his prostate cancer has taken on him. While aides assert he’s managing well and staying active, the reality is sobering for anyone, especially at 83.
Jim Geraghty mused that, had Biden continued running and his team successfully hidden the effects of his age, we might very well be facing an acting President Kamala Harris by now.
Meanwhile, questions of accountability surrounding public health mismanagement during the pandemic remain largely unaddressed. Years later, groups like Protect the Public’s Trust are still highlighting the arrogance of figures like Dr. Fauci. Those responsible for the severe impacts on children due to prolonged school closures seem to have escaped scrutiny, and the censorship methods during Biden’s administration have stifled genuine discourse regarding the pandemic’s origins.
Documents illustrate that scientific integrity has suffered under the current administration. Political considerations have often overshadowed facts, as seen in decisions affecting energy policies and child healthcare.
It’s hard not to notice the hypocrisy in Rice’s call for accountability, especially given the historical context of the Biden administration and the Obama administration before it.
Under Trump, the Environmental Protection Agency revoked regulations that labeled carbon as a pollutant, something initiated during Obama’s presidency. Yet, those responsible for this bureaucratic maneuver have faced no repercussions.
No one seems to be held accountable for the financial missteps associated with climate initiatives either. Billions have been funneled into questionable projects, and the revolving door between the climate sector and the Biden administration raises serious ethical concerns.
It’s almost indulgent for Rice to demand accountability when history tells a different story. After all, Trump once suggested Netflix should remove her from its board, an ironic twist considering Rice’s position now. Maybe she’ll come to terms with the reality of accountability, or perhaps she won’t. Either way, it seems disconnected from genuine responsibility.
