Joe Biden may have left the Oval Office, but according to him, the

phone hasn’t stopped ringing. Speaking at a convention in San Diego,

he claimed that world leaders and members of Congress continue to

seek his perspective on politics and policy. Asked about life

after the presidency, Biden described himself as an unofficial adviser.

“I get the calls,” he said. “They still want to engage. They still

ask me to weigh in, even if it’s unofficial.” Supporters argue

his decades of experience make him a natural sounding board,

while critics dismiss the remarks as exaggeration, suggesting he may be clinging to relevance.

Biden also mentioned bipartisan lawmakers reach out to him on policy,

strategy, and navigating Washington relationships. To defenders,

this reflects his reputation as a pragmatic dealmaker; to detractors,

it signals an inability to step aside gracefully. During the speech,

Biden joked about his 1967 Corvette: “It’s like laying rubber with my ’67 Corvette,” which quickly went viral online.

Critics seized the comment as evidence of his meandering communication style,

while analysts noted the real significance was symbolic: positioning

himself as a voice that still matters. The discussion raises a broader

question about former presidents’ roles. Some retreat into private life,

while others, like Biden, remain active in political conversations.

Staying engaged carries risks, as every statement is scrutinized,

but it also allows him to maintain influence without official power.

Whether the calls he describes are real or symbolic, Biden’s

message is clear: influence isn’t limited to holding office—it’s

about the conversations you continue to have and the perspective you still offer.