🇺🇸 Democracy in Diapers: If they drool, they rule.
Incontinent, incompetent or both: Why America keeps electing the nearly deceased.
The political machine that keeps wheeling out old white men like the support cast for Weekend at Bernie’s, for the most powerful job on Earth.
“It’s Not Ageist If It’s True: America’s Love Affair With Leaders in Cognitive Freefall.”
With Donald J. Trump back in the White House, serving his second term as President of the United States, it’s fair to say that things are moving fast, including his mental and general health decline. And yet, here we are: the world’s (arguably) most powerful nation once again led by another man who, on his best day, looks like he’s trying to remember where he put the nuclear codes… or his trousers.
Let’s not forget that the guy he replaced, Joe Biden, spent four years mumbling his way through press conferences like a man reading bedtime stories to ghosts. Between the two of them, America has spent the better part of a decade under the leadership of men who would struggle to pass a driving test, let alone command an intercontinental missile fleet.
And the system? The one that enabled all of this? Still insists it’s totally fine. Nothing to see here. Just two late-stage septuagenarians (or early-stage geriatrics, depending on your level of cruelty), being propped up like Disney animatronics and asked to do the hardest job on the planet.
This isn’t satire. This is the White House.
Joe Biden: The “Weekend at Bernie’s” Presidency.
Let’s start with Biden, who was less a president and more a gentle, heavily guided tour through cognitive decline. From 2021–early 2025, Biden’s daily schedule resembled that of a well-cared-for nursing home resident. Biden’s time in office was littered with “senior moments” that somehow became national policy positions. Who could forget “Where’s Jackie?” — a moment where he publicly called out for a congresswoman who had died weeks earlier, having already issued a statement mourning her death. But sure, let’s hand him the nuclear football.
Behind the scenes, aides played the world’s most stressful game of “hide the dementia.” According to the very revealing (read: terrifying) book Original Sin, staffers scrambled to cover for Biden’s memory lapses, confusion, and exhaustion. Entire days were structured like a retirement home schedule: one public event, a nap, maybe some pudding, then lights out by 4pm.
At one point, there were whispers — serious ones — that an autopen was being used to sign critical executive orders while Biden was mentally “indisposed.” Think about that. The President of the United States may have had the cognitive engagement of a screensaver, while policy was rubber-stamped by a glorified Sharpie on a stick.
Edit: I really feel I need to tell some of you about ‘autopen’, because… Well, you’ll see:
The Autopen: Because Even Presidents Can’t Be Arsed Sometimes.
Buried beneath the polished veneer of democratic ritual lies a little-known bureaucratic marvel: the autopen. It’s essentially a robot that signs your name for you, ideal for busy world leaders, lazy interns, or presidents asleep in another country.
This magical machine contains a stylus and a template of your actual signature, so when the arm moves, it produces a perfectly forged version of your own handwriting. It’s like having a ghostwriter for your pen, except you technically did approve it — at some point. Probably. Maybe.
The autopen first raised eyebrows in 2011, when President Obama was sipping espresso in France and still managed to “sign” the PATRIOT Act extension in Washington. That’s right — he renewed domestic surveillance powers from 3,800 miles away, without even needing to put down his croissant.
Legal? Technically, yes. The Bush-era Justice Department had already green-lit it back in 2005.
Authentic? Well, define “authentic.” The machine mimics your pen pressure, motion, and style. So if your signature is on the bill, who’s to say whether it was you or a small robotic arm operated by someone in khakis two offices down?
And just like that, we discover that even the President of the United States can outsource constitutional responsibility to a fax machine with a Bic pen taped to it.
It’s also a fitting metaphor for much of American politics in the 21st century: the signature is there, but is anyone actually present?
Okay, let’s continue…
Trump: The Only Man Who Could Fall Asleep Mid-Coup.
And now, 2025. Trump is back. Somehow. Again. Older, no wiser, and still clinging to a kind of deranged charisma that’s part dictator, part daytime TV host. If Biden was a tragedy, Trump is a black comedy.
Let’s start with the cognitive fireworks. In recent months, Trump has struggled through multiple speeches with the coherence of a fridge magnet poetry set. At one rally he claimed, “They say I’m sharper than ever,” just before forgetting which state he was in and congratulating a crowd in Iowa… from a podium in Georgia.
Medical experts — the kind who haven’t been on Fox News lately — have suggested his deteriorating syntax, slurred speech, and increasing confusion could be signs of dementia. But instead of an intervention, the Republican machine handed him a second term. Because, of course, they did. Who needs mental clarity when you’ve got cult appeal and a slogan?
Then there are the pharmaceutical concerns. He also might be literally medicated to the eyeballs. Trump’s former staffers (Noel Casler, among others) claim he was addicted to amphetamine-laced diet pills, which could explain both the erratic behaviour and the world’s angriest tan. Casler, alleged he used “diet pills” (read: amphetamines) to keep up his erratic energy. And then there’s that damning bit of documentary footage from pre-presidency days, in a 1992 documentary, viewers spotted a cabinet overflowing with pharmaceuticals in his office — not vitamins, not Tic Tacs. Meds.
Long before the White House, Trump had a reputation for pill-popping like a Studio 54 extra.
• He’s admitted to using Finasteride (for hair loss),
• Allegedly used Sudafed (the UK version) which contains pseudoephedrine — a stimulant,
• And former aides have suggested he was unusually wired or erratic on campaign trails.
So when you see him sniff repeatedly mid-speech?
Could be a cold.
Could be nerves.
Could be the human embodiment of a Walgreens receipt.
And yes — let’s talk about the incontinence. Multiple credible reports (including footage and telltale outlines during rallies) suggest Trump may be wearing adult nappies. Not because that’s funny — it’s not — but because this is the same man whose fitness to serve is supposedly beyond question. When your head of state needs a bathroom break every 90 minutes and may not notice if he misses it… That should maybe, just maybe, be part of the vetting process?
Nap Time at the Nuclear Briefing.
The image of Trump nodding off mid-court appearance has become so common it’s practically his presidential branding. He’s even been filmed dozing during a civil fraud trial, seemingly immune to the minor detail that he was the defendant.
Rumour has it, his team now schedules “executive reflection time” around 3 p.m., which is apparently code for “don’t schedule anything that involves staying conscious.”
It’s Not Ageist. It’s Obvious. This Isn’t About Age – It’s About Accountability.
Let’s be very clear: this is not a screed against old people. Some older folks are sharp as tacks and should absolutely be trusted with major responsibilities. There are 80-year-olds who could still run marathons or solve The Times cryptic in under 5 minutes. Others? Shouldn’t be left alone with a microwave. The point is: age-related decline isn’t rare — it’s predictable. It’s biology. And yet, both major U.S. parties continue pushing forward candidates who show clear signs of mental and physical frailty. Why?
Because they’re not threats to the machine. They’re easy to manage. Behind every doddering president is a small army of advisors, lobbyists, and unelected power-brokers happy to make the real decisions. All they need is a warm body, a convincing podium shuffle, and the ability to vaguely wave during Fourth of July parades.
That’s what this is about. Not two men. Not Trump or Biden. But a system that thrives on controlled chaos, where mental competence is optional but loyalty is everything.
To put it simply, these men aren’t in control. They’re controlled. When a president loses cognitive clarity, the people around him gain influence. Handlers, donors, shadowy advisors — all get more say when the person in charge can’t remember what year it is. You don’t need a strong president when you’ve got a strong PR team.
So Who’s Really Running the Show?
This isn’t the first time a barely functioning president was pushed to the front of the stage. Woodrow Wilson had a stroke in 1919, and his wife secretly ran the country for over a year. Reagan showed signs of cognitive decline well before his term ended, and historians now believe the early stages of Alzheimer’s had already taken hold.
It’s all happened before. The only difference now? We have the internet, memes, and 24/7 news. We can see the decline in real time. We know these guys aren’t sharp — and yet, millions still vote for them. Why? Because the alternatives are even worse? Because we’ve mistaken performative confidence for leadership? Or because, deep down, we’re all in on the con?
The game isn’t about leadership anymore. It’s about loyalty, spectacle, and control. So long as the president can wave, read a teleprompter (badly), and mumble through a few slogans, the machine keeps humming.
Final Thought.
This isn’t democracy. It’s geriocracy. With diapers. The Oval Office has become the world’s most high-stakes episode of The Golden Girls, and nobody seems particularly bothered — because behind every shambling figurehead, there’s a full cast of string-pullers keeping the show on the road.
When the most powerful office in the world becomes a rotating cast of cognitively compromised men in adult nappies, it’s no longer a joke. It’s a warning.
America isn’t being run by geriatrics. It’s being run through them — by political operatives, party machines, and power-hungry strategists who don’t care if the president knows what day it is, as long as he signs on the dotted line and remembers the teleprompter is not, in fact, a mirror.
So if you’re wondering what happens when a democracy decides it’s easier to elect someone who can’t say “nuclear” than someone who can say “no” to corporate donors — this is it.
Enjoy the show. Just don’t expect the star to remember their lines. But if they do? No worries. They were never the writers anyway.
I also want to give a quick shout out to the excellent Dr Dan Goyal who wrote a brilliant piece about Trump’s behaviour and mental health just the other month. It’s well worth a read and highly recommend a Sub to his Substack / newsletter. His article is below:
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Sources & Receipts:
Joe Biden’s Cognitive Decline
Biden’s Debate Performance Raises Concerns
An analysis of President Biden’s performance during a debate, highlighting concerns about his cognitive abilities.
Calls for Biden to Withdraw from Race
A timeline detailing the 28 days between Biden’s debate performance and his decision to drop out of the race.
Inside the Days Leading Up to Biden’s Debate
An account of the days leading up to Biden’s debate, including reports of exhaustion and illness.
Donald Trump’s Cognitive and Physical Health:
Trump’s Cognitive Decline Highlighted by Biographer
Trump’s biographer discusses signs of cognitive decline in the former president.
Mary Trump Comments on Uncle’s Mental State
Mary Trump, the former president’s niece, shares her observations on his cognitive health.
Doctor Claims Trump Shows Signs of Dementia
Dr. John Gartner asserts that Trump is exhibiting symptoms consistent with dementia.
Trump’s Health Concerns Sparked by Appearance
Reports discuss health concerns following Trump’s public appearances showing signs of fatigue and possible incontinence.
Lincoln Project’s ‘Trump Diapers’ Ad
The Lincoln Project releases an ad highlighting concerns about Trump’s health and alleged use of adult diapers.
Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Trump Over Diaper Allegations
Comedian Jimmy Kimmel jokes about Trump allegedly wearing diapers following a Joe Rogan interview.
Trump’s Slurred Speech and Excessive Blinking Raise Questions
Observers note Trump’s slurred speech and excessive blinking during a public address, sparking health concerns.
Allegations of Drug Use and Dependency
Speculation on Trump’s Use of Anxiety Medication
An opinion piece speculates on Trump’s possible use of medications like Xanax to manage anxiety.
Trump and Ronny Jackson’s Hypocrisy on Drugs and Dementia
An article discussing the relationship between Trump and his former physician, Ronny Jackson, regarding drug use and dementia.
Additional Context and Commentary:
Gavin Newsom Questions Trump’s Mental Fitness
California Governor Gavin Newsom publicly questions President Trump’s cognitive abilities.
The View Hosts Comment on Trump’s Mental State
Hosts of “The View” discuss their observations of Trump’s mental state during a recent rally.
The Meme Lords: How Two Kiwis Shitpost Their Way to Power
Topham Guerin: proving that in the battle of clicks, quality doesn’t matter when you’ve got memes.
"Incontinent, incompetent or both: Why America keeps electing the nearly deceased."
OMG I laughed! :o)
I think this new procedure Trump had on his neck yesterday, the plaster (bandaid) he has over it? It's to hide the mark of the Devil. Seriously, look carefully, you can see '666' seeping through! :o) ;o)
This is Dean Blundell's post (sorry can't find the image elsewhere right now) https://substack.com/home/post/p-166328317
It is reminiscent of the dying days of empires throughout history, whether pre-revolution France, Holy Roman Empire, Ottomans, Roman & Byzantine empires, the many dynasties in China where eunuchs started ruling the country.