Obama alumni criticize Biden’s disorganized reelection campaign
Obama Campaign Veterans Criticize Biden’s Reelection Effort
Several individuals involved with former President Barack Obama’s campaigns have come forward with criticism of President Joe Biden’s reelection effort.
Several team Obama veterans met in late 2023 in Chicago, Illinois, where they discussed their successful 2012 reelection effort — and its notable differences from Biden’s 2024 campaign.
A Democratic operative in attendance characterized the feelings of the group. “The vibe was that the campaign didn’t have its s*** together,” the Obama alumnus told Politico.
“There wasn’t infrastructure in the states. There wasn’t a beefed-up campaign headquarters. And compared to where Obama was in 2011, the campaign was fairly anemic,” they added.
In a statement to Politico, Biden spokesman Kevin Munoz said, “We invite everyone concerned about the existential threat that Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans pose to our freedom and democracy to channel their energy toward organizing, donating and talking to their friends about the stakes of this election and President Biden’s commitment to fighting these threats head on.”
Despite the criticism, Biden’s campaign revealed Monday it raised more than $97 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. It also announced it had $117 million in cash on hand, noting this is the highest of any Democratic candidate in U.S. history. The campaign further pointed out the 2024 war chest is more than the totality of primary spending on ads by GOP opponents in Iowa.
Even with continued fundraising success, the campaign hasn’t addressed areas of concern for Obama-era staffers and advisers.
One of the chief concerns for Biden’s operation is a lack of understanding on how to run a successful ground game in swing states.
“The big issue I have is Biden never had an organization before. He didn’t have much in the Dem primary. Then the general was during Covid and no ground stuff was really done,” a former Obama battleground state director in 2012 said.
Another critique of Biden’s effort was his hesitance to move key White House officials to his campaign team early.
“There is a treasure trove of experience in that White House. I mean, one of the issues is it’s all in the White House,” former chief strategist to Obama David Axelrod said. “Probably some of it should be sitting over at the campaign.”
However, others were defensive of the campaign’s current approach and trajectory.
Jim Messina, Obama’s reelection campaign manager, explained the strategy behind waiting to deploy certain infrastructure. “Your average swing voter pays attention to politics four minutes a week until the few months leading up to November,” he explained.
“So the way they’re working to activate the base and get out their message — and the stakes of making the right choice in the inevitable Biden/Trump rematch — to other groups is smart,” he added.
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What are the specific concerns about the lack of infrastructure in the Biden campaign highlighted by the Obama campaign veterans?
Ncern highlighted by the Obama campaign veterans. One such concern is the lack of infrastructure in the states, which was a crucial element in Obama’s successful reelection campaign. The absence of a beefed-up campaign headquarters and a relatively anemic campaign compared to Obama’s efforts in 2011 have also been pointed out.
In response to these criticisms, Biden’s spokesman, Kevin Munoz, called on everyone concerned about the existential threat posed by Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans to focus their energy on organizing, donating, and talking to their friends about the stakes of this election. Munoz emphasized President Biden’s commitment to fighting these threats head-on.
Despite the criticism, Biden’s campaign announced impressive fundraising numbers, raising over $97 million in the fourth quarter of 2023. Additionally, the campaign revealed that it currently has $117 million in cash on hand, making it the highest amount ever for any Democratic candidate in U.S. history. It is worth noting that the campaign’s war chest for the 2024 election surpasses the total spending on ads by GOP opponents in Iowa during the primary.
However, while the fundraising success is commendable, it is important for the campaign to address the concerns raised by the Obama campaign veterans. Without a strong infrastructure and a robust campaign headquarters, the Biden campaign may face difficulties in effectively reaching voters and mobilizing support. It is crucial for the campaign to learn from the experiences of the Obama campaigns and make the necessary adjustments to ensure a successful reelection effort.
As the 2024 election approaches, it is essential for the Biden campaign to take these criticisms seriously and work towards strengthening their campaign efforts. The stakes are high, and the threats posed by Trump and his followers should not be underestimated. By addressing the concerns raised by the Obama campaign veterans and building a solid infrastructure, the Biden campaign can increase their chances of securing victory in the upcoming election.
In conclusion, criticism from Obama campaign veterans about President Biden’s reelection effort highlights areas of concern regarding the campaign’s infrastructure and overall preparedness. While the campaign has achieved significant fundraising success, it is important for them to address these concerns and learn from the successful strategies employed during Obama’s campaigns. By doing so, the Biden campaign can enhance their chances of securing victory and effectively combating the threats posed by Trump and his followers.
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