The Daily On the Ballot in South Carolina: Biden’s Pitch to Black Voters
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Feb 2, 2024 
Maya King, a Politics reporter for The New York Times, delves into President Biden's complex relationship with Black voters ahead of the South Carolina primary. She highlights the decline in support for Biden due to unmet promises on issues like student loan debt. The podcast explores the discontent among Black voters, especially concerning foreign policy decisions, and emphasizes strategies the Biden campaign is employing to rejuvenate these crucial ties. With South Carolina's pivotal role in shaping the Democratic agenda, the stakes have never been higher.
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South Carolina's Pivotal Role
- Biden owes his presidency to Black voters in South Carolina, who revived his failing 2020 campaign.
- Now, he faces declining support from this crucial demographic, making South Carolina a testing ground for re-election strategies.
Black Voter Discontent
- Black voters express disillusionment with Biden, citing unmet promises and economic hardship.
- Some younger voters find him out of touch, while others feel the economy performed better under Trump.
Gaza War Backlash
- Biden's support for Israel in the Gaza war alienates some Black voters, particularly faith leaders.
- They draw parallels between Palestinian and Black American experiences of oppression.