The Daily Will Biden Withdraw?
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Jul 1, 2024 
Peter Baker, Chief White House Correspondent for The New York Times, provides a deep dive into the fallout from President Biden's shaky debate performance. Inside the Democratic Party, concerns over Biden's age and effectiveness are brewing, causing strategists to question his viability as the nominee. Baker shares insights into family dynamics influencing Biden's decision-making and the complexities of potentially selecting a new candidate. It's a revealing look at loyalty versus the need for stronger leadership as the 2024 election looms.
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Democratic Freakout
- Following Biden's debate performance, Democrats like Claire McCaskill and Van Jones publicly expressed concerns.
- Andrew Yang even called for Biden to step aside.
Existential Concerns
- Biden's debate performance raised existential concerns about his ability to effectively challenge Trump.
- Unlike past presidents, his age and performance raise questions about his fitness for office, with limited chances to recover.
Undeniable Concerns
- Biden's debate performance confirmed pre-existing concerns about his age and cognitive abilities.
- While the White House previously dismissed such concerns, the debate made them undeniable.