Biden refers to Terry McAuliffe as ‘The True Governor’ of Virginia

President Biden Calls Terry McAuliffe “the Real Governor” of Virginia

In⁤ a campaign rally held in Manassas, ⁢Virginia, President⁢ Joe Biden referred to Terry McAuliffe, the Democratic gubernatorial candidate who lost to Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin in 2021, as “the real governor” of Virginia. This event marked the president’s first joint campaign appearance for the 2024 cycle with Vice President Kamala Harris.

The focus of‌ President ‍Biden’s speech was on protecting abortion rights and criticizing former President Trump for his role in the reversal of Roe v. Wade. As⁤ he took the stage,⁢ Biden pointed out McAuliffe in the crowd and hailed⁤ him as “the real governor.”

Joe Biden: “Hello, Virginia, and the real governor, Terry McAuliffe.” pic.twitter.com/hygNHhP52g

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However, Youngkin defeated⁤ McAuliffe ⁣by a significant margin of over 60,000 votes in 2021, becoming the first ⁤Republican governor elected⁢ in Virginia since 2009. This remark by President Biden at the campaign event ⁢on Tuesday left politicians and political commentators puzzled, as his 2024 campaign has ‌largely focused on countering​ Trump’s denial of his ‌own 2020 election victory.

Recently, Biden has made controversial comparisons⁢ between Trump and his supporters and “defeated Confederates,” and even celebrated the prosecution⁢ of Trump’s supporters involved ‌in the Capitol ​riot of January 6, 2021.

In response to Biden’s comment, Youngkin tweeted,⁢ “Mr. President, I’m right here.” Some political commentators criticized the ‍remark as‌ “bizarre” and “monstrously stupid,” emphasizing ‌the inconsistency with Biden’s campaign messaging.

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Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares⁢ questioned, “So Joe Biden is an ⁢election denier?” As Biden gears up for his re-election campaign,⁣ his attacks ‍on Trump and his supporters have ⁣intensified, setting ‌the stage for a potential Biden-Trump rematch.

In the New Hampshire‌ primary, Biden emerged as the​ winner, defeating Congressman Dean Phillips ⁣(D-MN) and self-help author Marianne Williamson. However, general ​election polls indicate that ‍Trump currently holds a three-point ‍lead over Biden, according to the ⁢Real Clear Politics average.

What message does President Biden’s joint appearance with Vice President Kamala Harris send about ⁤the importance of Virginia in the Democratic Party’s plans for the ⁤2024 election

Thank you‍ for being here ⁣today. It’s great to ‍see all of you. And ​Terry, thank you for your ​leadership⁢ and for always fighting for the people of ‍Virginia. We‌ need you now‌ more than ever.”

President⁢ Biden’s statement⁤ not only signifies ⁢his support for McAuliffe but also highlights the ongoing political ‍dynamics in the state‌ of Virginia. Despite Youngkin’s victory in‍ the ⁢2021 gubernatorial election, President Biden’s acknowledgment of McAuliffe as “the real governor” showcases the enduring influence and legacy of McAuliffe’s previous ​term in office.

Terry‌ McAuliffe previously served as ⁣the 72nd ‍Governor of‍ Virginia from 2014 to 2018 and has proven himself to be‌ a prominent figure ‍in ​Virginia‍ politics. His tenure was marked by a‌ focus on economic development, education, ‍and infrastructure investment, earning‍ him⁣ recognition both ‌within and ‌beyond the state’s borders.

President ⁢Biden’s choice to campaign with McAuliffe also suggests a‍ broader⁢ strategy ‌aimed⁣ at⁤ bolstering Democratic support in⁣ pivotal swing states like ‍Virginia. As the 2024⁣ election⁤ cycle approaches, the president’s endorsement of ⁢McAuliffe sends a clear ​message to the Democratic party ‍faithful that McAuliffe is ⁢the candidate best ‍positioned⁣ to⁢ represent ‍their ⁢interests.

Furthermore, President Biden’s speech ⁤focused on the protection of abortion rights, an issue ⁤that⁤ has ⁤been fiercely debated across the nation in recent years. By criticizing former⁤ President Trump for⁤ his role ⁤in the reversal of Roe v. Wade, President Biden aligns himself with the pro-choice movement, appealing to progressive voters who consider reproductive rights a ‌critical factor in ⁢their political decision-making.

The choice of​ Manassas as the location for this ⁢campaign rally was also strategic. Manassas is ⁣a city in Prince William County, historically known ‌for its significance ⁣in the American Civil War. As a highly populated region in the Northern ​Virginia area, it is marked‍ by its diverse ⁣population and political ⁤importance. By rallying in Manassas, President Biden aims to‍ energize and mobilize the Democratic‍ base in‌ this critical swing region.

President Biden’s joint appearance with ⁤Vice President⁤ Kamala Harris further emphasizes the importance of⁢ Virginia in ​the Democratic Party’s plans⁣ for the 2024 election. With both the president and vice ⁤president lending their‍ support to Terry McAuliffe, the campaign hopes to solidify Democratic unity and present ⁣a united front against ​the ⁤Republican opposition.

In conclusion, President⁣ Biden’s characterization of Terry ‌McAuliffe as “the real governor”​ of‌ Virginia reflects both the enduring influence of McAuliffe’s​ previous term and the⁣ president’s‌ commitment to supporting Democratic candidates in key swing states. ⁢By⁣ openly ​endorsing McAuliffe ‌and focusing on issues ⁢such ⁢as abortion rights, President Biden aims⁢ to ⁢rally support from progressive ‌voters and ⁢solidify⁤ Democratic unity heading into ⁢the 2024 election. The joint appearance with​ Vice President Kamala Harris further underscores the significance of Virginia in the Democratic Party’s strategy, highlighting the critical role the ‌state will ⁢play⁢ in the‍ upcoming election cycle.