Ex-Dem fundraiser torches Biden as book launch implodes: ‘No one wants to read’

Ex Dem fundraiser torches Biden as book - Thinking Process: 1. **Analyze the Request:** * **Role:** Professional editor rewriting articles. * **Task:** Rewrite the provided article into a new, unique version with proper HTML formatting. * **Source URL:** https://www.foxnews.com/politics/ex-dem-fundraiser-torches-biden-memoir-announcement-implodes-no-one-wants-read * **Original Title:** Ex-Dem fundraiser torches Biden as book launch implodes: 'No one wants to read' * **Source Language:** English (must be preserved). * **Rules:** * Language: English. * Preserve factual accuracy (names, dates, numbers, quotes). * Do NOT copy sentences verbatim; avoid long phrases (no 8+ consecutive words). * Change structure: reorder paragraphs and vary wording. * Preserve direct quotes using `

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He should have been in retirement 10, 20 years ago, but they need the money." * Biden's X post description: Challenges, decisions, why he ran, why he stepped aside. * Mockery on social media: * Steve Guest: "The first lie... 'I've written a book'... couldn't sign his own pardons." * Clay Travis: "Democrats forced him to release after the midterms so he wouldn't be in the news..." * Brent Scher: "Who do we think wrote this book?" * Jason Smith: "Did the autopen write this too?" * Li is publishing "Unburdened" later this year. * Li reveals internal panic/support issues before Biden dropped out. * Li recalls DNC confiscating her phone at a 2023 event because she was a prolific tweeter and posted about Biden seeming infirm/weak. * Li believes the book will aggravate Democrats wanting to move past 2024. * Quote: "They were trying to hide the fact that instead of having a candidate they could be proud of, they were busy hiding a candidate that they were deeply ashamed of." * Contributor: Ashley DiMella (Fox News). * **Word Count Check:** The source text looks to be around 500-600 words. I need to ensure the rewrite is at least 600 words. I will expand on the context provided by the quotes and facts without inventing new facts. 3. **Drafting Strategy:** * **Structure:** * H2: Main Headline (Rewritten). * H3: Subheadings to break up sections (e.g., The Memoir Controversy, Internal Party Dynamics, Social Media Backlash). * P: Paragraphs with varied sentence structures. * Blockquote: For direct quotes. * **Expansion:** To meet the 600-word minimum, I will elaborate on the implications of Li's statements, describe the atmosphere of the 2024 election loss more vividly based on her comments, and detail the specific criticisms from the conservative figures mentioned. * **Verification:** Check for 8+ consecutive words from the original. Ensure all names/dates are correct. Ensure HTML tags are correct. 4. **Drafting - Section by Section:** * *Headline:* Former Democratic Fundraiser Criticizes Biden's New Book as Unnecessary and Unwanted. * *Intro:* Lindy Li, a prominent figure in Democratic fundraising circles, has voiced strong disapproval regarding President Joe Biden's decision to publish a memoir. She argues that this move fails to benefit the former president and merely reopens old scars related to his 2024 campaign defeat. The upcoming volume, titled *Promise Me, America*, is seen by Li as a reflection of broader issues within Biden's tenure. * *Quotes & Expansion:* Li suggests that many within the party are frustrated with Biden's continued presence in the spotlight. She recalls hearing sentiments like, "Why can't you just shut the f--- up?" indicating a desire for him to step back. Furthermore, she notes that before she departed the party, there was significant reluctance to engage with the former president. His departure on July 21, 2024, was marked by a lackluster celebration, consisting solely of a small gathering in the Rose Garden attended by staff members. * *Jill Biden's Role:* Li places some blame on Jill Biden for encouraging the writing of books that lack public interest. She draws a parallel between the current situation and the 2024 campaign, suggesting that Biden was pushed to run when many Democrats preferred he retire. According to Li, Biden should have stepped down much earlier, but financial considerations kept him in the race longer than necessary. * *Biden's Announcement:* On Wednesday morning, Biden took to X to outline the contents of his memoir. He stated that the work covers national challenges, his key decisions, and the reasoning behind both his re-election bid and subsequent withdrawal. This announcement quickly drew ridicule from conservative commentators. * *Conservative Reactions:* Steve Guest, a conservative communicator, mocked the announcement by calling it a lie, noting that Biden struggled even with signing pardons. Clay Travis, founder of Outkick, suggested the timing was strategic, aimed at keeping Biden out of the headlines following the midterms. Brent Scher, editor-in-chief of the Daily Wire, questioned who actually authored the text, while Missouri Representative Jason Smith humorously asked if an autopen had done the writing. * *Li's Own Book & Insights:* Li is also releasing a book called *Unburdened* later this year. Through her insider perspective, she revealed that Biden faced considerable skepticism within his own ranks well before his exit. She shared anecdotes about the Democratic National Committee's efforts to control messaging, including confiscating the phones of influential donors to prevent negative posts. Li specifically mentioned an incident where she was instructed to delete Instagram updates because they portrayed Biden as looking frail and weak. * *Conclusion:* Looking ahead, Li predicts that the memoir will stir up more trouble for Democrats who are eager to leave the 2024 election behind. She believes the book highlights the party's attempt to conceal their embarrassment over their nominee. Ultimately, she feels the party was more focused on hiding a candidate they were ashamed of rather than showcasing one they could celebrate. Ashley DiMella contributed to this report. 5. **Review and Refine (Word Count and Constraints):** * Need to ensure no 8+ consecutive words match the original. * Need to ensure HTML tags are used correctly. * Need to check word count. Let's count roughly. * The draft looks solid but might be close to 600. I will expand slightly on the "autopen" jokes and the "phone confiscation" details to ensure length. * *Expansion Points:* * Elaborate on the "microcosm" idea. * Expand on the "no goodbye party" detail. * Expand on the "Jill has him writing books" sentiment. * Add more context to the social media mockery. * *Checking Consecutive Words:* * Original: "Prior to me leaving the party, they wanted nothing to do with this guy." * Draft: "Furthermore, she notes that before she departed the party, there was significant reluctance to engage with the former president." (Safe) * Original: "Jill has him writing books that no one wants to read instead of fully enjoying his retirement," * Draft: "Li places some blame on Jill Biden for encouraging the writing of books that lack public interest." (Safe) * Original: "The first lie of Joe Biden’s book launch: ‘I’ve written a book,’" * Draft: "Steve Guest, a conservative communicator, mocked the announcement by calling it a lie..." (Safe) * *HTML Structure:* * `

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