The Commentary Magazine Podcast EMERGENCY: Biden Done, Harris on Deck
Jul 22, 2024
Kamala Harris is discussed as a potential successor to Joe Biden, covering her policy questions, potential cover-up of Biden's condition, and how Democrats engineered primary outcomes. The podcast also speculates on Trump's reaction to his new rival and examines challenges ahead for Harris in the presidential race.
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The Primary System's Validity
- The primary system's validity is questioned due to Biden's potential exit despite winning millions of primary votes.
- This situation suggests a resurgence of backroom deals in politics.
Biden's Primary Victory
- Despite winning the Democratic nomination, Joe Biden faced minimal primary opposition.
- His challengers included Dean Phillips, Marianne Williamson, and RFK Jr., with the most significant challenge coming from uncommitted voters.
Kamala Harris' Lack of Competitive Wins
- Kamala Harris has never won a truly competitive election, her last being in 2016.
- Her California Attorney General race victory was attributed to a Democratic wave year.