Historians may reevaluate his legacy in the years to come, after achievements and failures alike are put in more context, not to mention what occurs in Trump’s second term. Will Biden ultimately be viewed as a uniquely poor one-term president, or will history be kinder to him with time?

President Biden gave his final address to the nation this week, emphasizing his accomplishments in office and expressing his concern with the direction of the country going forward. Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley shares his thoughts on the legacy of the Biden administration and where Democrats go from here.