Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer reportedly had a conversation with President Biden’s campaign chair, Jennifer O’Malley Dillon, where she expressed concerns about the state’s diminishing electoral viability following Biden’s poor debate performance. Whitmer made it clear that she did not support any efforts to push Biden out of the race, despite growing doubts within the Democratic party.
Similar to Whitmer, other prominent Democrats like Nancy Pelosi and James Clyburn publicly reaffirmed their support for Biden, attributing his debate struggles to Trump’s lies and preparation overload. Pelosi emphasized the importance of integrity in the face of dishonesty, while Clyburn expressed confidence in Biden’s ability to defeat Trump in the upcoming election.
While some Democrats are publicly standing by Biden, reports suggest that there is private panic and doubt surrounding his candidacy. This contrast between public support and private concerns highlights the complexity of the current political landscape.
As the 2020 election approaches, it is clear that the Democratic party is facing internal challenges and divisions. The debate performance of President Biden has sparked conversations about his ability to lead the party to victory in November. It remains to be seen how these internal struggles will impact the outcome of the election and the future of the Democratic party.