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FT News Briefing

Swamp Notes: After the debate, is this it for Biden?

Jun 29, 2024
12:29
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FT's Lauren Fedor and Steff Chavez discuss Biden's debate performance, raising concerns about his candidacy. They explore potential nominee replacements and analyze Biden and Trump's debate strategies. The focus shifts to personality contests in US politics, emphasizing the influence of performance on election results.
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Quick takeaways

  • Biden's debate performance heightened concerns on his mental acuity and potential as a standard-bearer for Democrats.
  • Trump's ability to steer the conversation and focus on personalities underscored a shift towards personality-based politics over policy discussions.

Deep dives

Impact of the Early Presidential Debate on Biden's Campaign

The early presidential debate initiated by Joe Biden aimed to highlight the choice between him and Trump. However, Biden's performance backfired, leading to concerns about his candidacy's viability. There is speculation within the Democratic Party about the potential for Biden to step aside as the nominee, though his delegate count solidifies his position.

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