Democrats are expressing alarm after witnessing President Biden's performance in the first 2024 presidential debate, with some questioning his cognitive abilities and raising concerns about the future of the party.
The aftermath of the first 2024 presidential debate has sparked intense debates within the Democratic Party, with many expressing concerns about President Biden's performance. The Chicago Tribune, based in the host city for the Democratic National Convention, has called for Biden to drop out of the race, arguing that his cognitive decline has become apparent and that he is no longer capable of serving as president.
The Tribune editorial board described Biden as "struggling to maintain a line of thought" and "flustered under deadline pressure." They accused the White House of "covering up a reality that they must have seen" about Biden's cognitive abilities.
Biden's Debate Performance Raises Concerns Among Democrats
California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom defended Biden's performance, but the Tribune questioned the loyalty of the left, asking why they would continue to support Biden despite his debate performance. They suggested that the party may have been testing Biden's abilities with enough time to "make a change" before the convention in August.
Polls show that voters are concerned about Biden's age and effectiveness. A Fox News poll revealed that 87% of young voters believe Biden is "too old to be effective" as president for a second term. Al Mottur, former Democratic strategist for Hillary Clinton's campaign, said that while Biden intends to stay in the race, it is ultimately up to the delegates at the DNC convention, which could result in chaos.
Biden's Debate Performance Raises Concerns Among Democrats
Some Democrats have even suggested using the 25th Amendment to remove Biden from office. Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., expressed concerns about how U.S. adversaries view the country after seeing Biden's debate performance, saying, "They're watching very carefully."
Biden's debate performance has also raised questions about the future of the Democratic Party. The Tribune editorial board asked, "Is the Democratic Party so desperate for victory that it has placed its own interests above the nation's?"
Biden's Debate Performance Raises Concerns Among Democrats
The Democratic Party faces a difficult decision as they weigh the concerns about Biden's cognitive abilities against their desire to maintain control of the presidency. The outcome of the convention in August will be crucial in determining the party's path forward.
