Editorial: Le Monde

• Joe Biden has served his country throughout his life, experiencing intimate tragedies, as a senator, vice-president, and finally, as the president of the United States.
• Biden understands institutional fragility, particularly in the Trump era, who aspires to return to the White House.
• Democracy seems to be at stake in the upcoming November election.
• Biden had a disastrous performance in the debate with his Republican rival.
• Doubts about Biden's health and age now dominate the presidential campaign overshadowing real dangers from Trump.
• It is questioned whether Biden should continue his candidacy.
• There's need for introspection within the Democratic party.
• The threat of authoritarian regimes, the return of war in Europe and the Middle East, and climate change are inescapable imperatives.

Conclusion: Despite his long-serving career and understanding of institutional fragility, Biden has spurred doubts about his ability to continue in office, which puts the upcoming election and facing global challenges at risk.

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