The NPR Politics Podcast The 2024 Presidential Race Begins To Take Shape
Aug 1, 2022
The 2024 presidential race is heating up as potential Republican candidates attempt to separate themselves from Donald Trump. Many Democrats are questioning President Biden's viability for a second term amid rising dissatisfaction. Biden's rhetoric is strategically aimed at outlining the threats posed by Trump, especially regarding the January 6th insurrection. Emerging Republican figures like Ron DeSantis and Kristi Noem are also gaining attention, as they navigate shifting voter sentiments and the evolving political landscape.
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Democratic Dissatisfaction with Biden
- Many Democrats want a candidate other than Biden in 2024.
- Recent polling shows 64% of Democrats prefer someone else, despite Biden's potential strength against Trump.
Biden's Electability Argument
- Biden emphasizes his potential victory against Trump if they face off again.
- He highlighted that 92% of Democrats would vote for him in such a scenario.
Likelihood of a Biden Primary Challenge
- A serious primary challenge against Biden is unlikely, according to Democratic strategists.
- Potential candidates like Pete Buttigieg and Kamala Harris face challenges in electability and popularity.