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Biden’s Slipping Support

Jul 4, 2024
Shane Goldmacher from The New York Times discusses how voters' doubts about President Biden increased after a poor debate performance, with Trump now leading nationally. The episode explores Biden's struggle to regain support within the Democratic Party amid concerns about his candidacy and pressure to demonstrate leadership skills.
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  • Post-debate, Trump gained a significant lead over Biden among likely voters nationally.
  • Voters expressed doubts about Biden's age and effectiveness as a president.

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Impact of the Debate on Biden's Future

The recent presidential debate had a significant impact on Joe Biden's political future. Following the debate, a New York Times poll revealed that Donald Trump gained a notable lead over Biden, with a six percentage point lead among likely voters and a nine percentage point lead among registered voters. This shift in the race towards Trump raised concerns about Biden's ability to govern, especially concerning his age.

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