Despite support from top Democrats, including First Lady Jill Biden, a recent poll reveals that Biden's core supporters are doubting his ability to remain in the 2024 presidential race. The poll highlights concerns about Biden's cognitive fitness, with a majority of voters believing he is unfit to serve.
The Democratic Party faces a growing dilemma as President Biden's core supporters express doubts about his ability to remain in the 2024 presidential race. A recent poll conducted by USA TODAY/Suffolk University revealed that 54% of voters surveyed believe Biden should drop out of the race, with more than four in ten Democrats supporting party intervention to replace him.
The poll, which surveyed 1,000 respondents, found that concerns about Biden's cognitive fitness were a significant factor in the decline in support. Among respondents, 62% believed that Biden is "not mentally sharp enough to serve as president," a view echoed by Biden's longtime Senate colleague, Tom Harkin. In an interview, Harkin described Biden's debate performance as "a disaster from which Biden cannot recover."
Biden's Core Supporters Question His Candidacy Amidst Declining Support
The growing concerns among Biden's own base are compounded by the results of a recent debate with former President Donald Trump. Pollsters noted that Trump won the debate by a margin of 50% to 11%, with only 28% of Biden supporters believing that Biden won. The poll also revealed that Trump's base remained largely intact, with only 14% of Republicans supporting the replacement of Trump as the nominee.
In addition to the cognitive concerns, Biden also faces declining support due to his weak economic policies. The poll found that 58% of voters believe that Trump would do a better job handling the economy than Biden, a significant swing from the 2020 election.
Biden's Core Supporters Question His Candidacy Amidst Declining Support
With Biden's core supporters wavering and Trump's base remaining strong, the Democratic Party faces a difficult choice. If Biden remains in the race, he risks further alienating his base and potentially losing the election. However, if the party intervenes and replaces Biden, it could create internal divisions and damage the party's unity.
Despite the doubts and concerns, Biden's family remains steadfast in their support. First Lady Jill Biden has stated that "we will continue to fight," reflecting the family's determination to keep Biden in the race. However, it remains to be seen whether Biden's family support and the loyalty of some top Democrats will be enough to overcome the growing skepticism among his own base.
Biden's Core Supporters Question His Candidacy Amidst Declining Support
As the 2024 presidential race heats up, the future of Biden's candidacy remains uncertain. The party will have to weigh the risks and benefits of keeping Biden in the race, while Biden himself must decide whether he is willing to continue despite the mounting doubts about his ability to serve.
