Speculations grow regarding possible end of Joe Biden's re-election bid
Date
7/30/2024 5:23:04 AM
(MENAFN) Following a lackluster performance in the first presidential debate, speculation grew about the potential end of Joe Biden's re-election bid. The aftermath of the debate mirrored a scene of inevitable decline, akin to the sinking of the Titanic, with Biden's campaign facing rapid disintegration. Key supporters, including Democratic leaders, influential left-leaning journalists, and major party donors, began to distance themselves from the incumbent president.
In a rare but anticipated move, Joe Biden formally announced his withdrawal from the presidential race. In his announcement, Biden cited the need to “pass the torch to a new generation,” framing his decision as a choice for the benefit of the party, the presidency, and American democracy. His departure marked a significant moment in United States political history, as he became one of the few sitting presidents to forgo a bid for a second term so close to an election. By March 2024, Biden had already secured sufficient support to be the presumptive Democratic nominee, yet he chose to step aside.
Historically, there have been parallels to Biden’s situation. In the 20th century, Presidents Lyndon B. Johnson and Harry S. Truman also chose not to seek re-election. Johnson, who took office following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, did not run for a full term of his own, while Truman, who assumed the presidency after Franklin D. Roosevelt's death, served nearly two full terms, completing almost all of his second term.
Biden’s decision creates a unique dynamic in the 2024 presidential race, significantly impacting the Democratic Party's strategy. With Biden out of the running, Vice President Kamala Harris emerges as the primary contender for the presidency, reshaping the electoral landscape as she becomes the presumptive Democratic candidate against former President Donald Trump.
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