Despite public support, former President Barack Obama is reportedly anxious about President Biden's chances of securing a second term, especially after Biden's underwhelming performance in the recent presidential debate against Donald Trump.
President Biden's re-election campaign has drawn the support of prominent Democrats, including former President Barack Obama. However, recent reports indicate that Obama harbors private concerns about Biden's prospects of victory this November.
Following Biden's lackluster performance in the first presidential debate against former President Trump, Obama reportedly called Biden to offer encouragement while expressing doubts about Biden's ability to win a second term.
Obama's Private Concerns: Biden's Re-election Prospects in Doubt
The Washington Post reported that Obama conveyed his concerns to close supporters, acknowledging that Biden's path to re-election had become more arduous since the debate. An Obama spokesperson declined to comment on these private remarks, but a Biden campaign spokesperson affirmed Obama's "unwavering" support.
While Obama has not publicly called for Biden to withdraw from the race, he has urged him to continue fighting. After the debate, Obama defended Biden's "bad debate night," emphasizing the importance of choosing between "someone who has fought for ordinary folks his entire life and someone who only cares about himself."
Obama's Private Concerns: Biden's Re-election Prospects in Doubt
Obama's acknowledgment of Biden's challenges aligns with his previous recognition of Trump's political strengths and potential to win another term. Despite his public support for Biden, Obama's private concerns suggest a growing anxiety within the Democratic Party about Biden's chances of defeating Trump.
Obama's role as a key fundraiser for Biden has been evident in his attendance at major events in recent months. He participated in a star-studded fundraiser in March with former President Bill Clinton in New York City and attended a fundraiser in Los Angeles with actors George Clooney and Julia Roberts, which raised over $30 million.
Obama's Private Concerns: Biden's Re-election Prospects in Doubt
While Obama remains a popular figure within the Democratic Party, his private concerns about Biden's re-election prospects raise questions about the confidence and optimism within the party. The former president's anxiety reflects a broader sense of uncertainty surrounding Biden's ability to overcome Trump's formidable challenge.
The upcoming presidential election will be a crucial test for Biden and the Democratic Party. Obama's private concerns serve as a reminder of the significant obstacles facing Biden's re-election campaign. As the race intensifies, the outcome will depend on Biden's ability to address the concerns of voters and effectively counter Trump's attacks.
