Matt Flegenheimer, a national politics reporter for The New York Times, joins Joe Biden, the former Vice President and current Democratic presidential nominee, to discuss Biden's long political journey. They explore Biden's early blunders and the personal tragedies shaping his career. The conversation shifts to his evolution from a Senate stalwart to a VP under Obama, revealing the resilience that defines his candidacy. The duo also reflects on how his experiences with loss influence his leadership vision, especially as he faces the November election.
Joseph R. Biden Jr. first ran for president in 1988, when his campaign was cut short after he made a series of blunders. After six terms in the Senate, he tried again in 2008 but failed to gain any traction in a contest won by Barack Obama. In the current political landscape, however, his focus on personal integrity and experience, which were also centerpieces of his previous campaigns, has proved much more compelling. Today, we chart Mr. Biden’s political journey and explore the baggage he will carry into the November election. Guest: Matt Flegenheimer, a national politics reporter for The New York Times. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily
“I’ve done some dumb things. And I’ll do dumb things again.” The former vice president’s campaign for the 1988 Democratic nomination reveals the political flaws that continue to color his public life.
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