Former House Speaker offers a mixed response when asked about the president’s future in the upcoming election.
Despite concerns from some of his supporters about Joe Biden’s chances of winning re-election, there are Democrats who remain optimistic.
In a recent interview with CNN, Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey, facing re-election in a state that is leaning away from Biden, disagreed with Michael Bennet’s prediction of potential losses for the party if Biden continues his campaign:
It is necessary to address these issues, particularly regarding age. While it cannot be changed, it is evident that victory in November is unlikely with the current president. The outlook for the House and Senate is also bleak. This sentiment is shared by numerous senators, congress members, and governors I have spoken to privately, regardless of their public statements…
It is misleading to suggest that the nomination is settled when recent revelations have emerged. The call for Republicans to withdraw their nominee following his conviction on 34 felonies is significant. Prominent Democrats such as Chuck Schumer, Hakeem Jeffries, and Nancy Pelosi, along with other candidates facing potential defeat in November, should urge the president to step down voluntarily.
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2024-07-10 11:03:52
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