Electability Concerns in the Democratic Party

Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips raised alarms within the Democratic Party regarding President Biden's electability long before the 2024 election. He argued that Biden's age and disconnect from the public would jeopardize the party’s chances in the upcoming election, a concern later validated by the election results. By urging other Democratic candidates to challenge Biden and ultimately deciding to run himself, Phillips confronted the party's reluctance to engage in a competitive primary. His efforts reflect a broader issue within the party’s culture, which he describes as increasingly resistant to dissent and critical conversations.