Biden's achievements are long and varied

I would like to respond to Phil Wichman's letter (Daily Bee, Sept. 24, 2024).

Under President Joe Biden, we have:

• Passed the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package to increase investment in the national network of bridges and roads, airports, public transport and national broadband internet, as well as waterways and energy systems.

• Helped get more than 500 million life-saving COVID-19 vaccinations in the arms of Americans through the American Rescue Plan.

• Stopped a 30-year streak of federal inaction on gun violence by signing the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act that created enhanced background checks, closed the “boyfriend” loophole and provided funds for youth mental health.

• Made a $369 billion investment in climate change, the largest in American history, through the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

• Provided $10,000 to $20,000 in college debt relief to Americans with loans who make under $125,000 a year.

• Cut child poverty in half through the American Rescue Plan.

• Capped prescription drug prices at $2,000 per year for seniors on Medicare through the Inflation Reduction Act.

• Passed the COVID-19 relief deal that provided payments of up to $1,400 to many struggling U.S. citizens while supporting renters and increasing unemployment benefits.

• Achieved historically low unemployment rates after the pandemic caused them to skyrocket.

• Recommitted America to the global fight against climate change by rejoining the Paris Agreement.

The only reason this list is not longer is because of letter size allowed.

DAN STRAYER

Bonners Ferry