Former Obama official urges Biden to make a decision, emphasizing the high stakes.
Ex-Obama Official Warns Biden It’s Time to Decide: ‘Stakes…Too Dramatic to Ignore’
David Axelrod, a one-time rousted adviser to former President Barack Obama, hinted that it might be time for President Joe Biden to step aside and let another candidate take his party’s nomination.
Axelrod shared new polling from The New York Times on the social media platform X that purports to show Biden is way behind former President Donald Trump in a number of crucial battleground states a year before the 2024 presidential election.
The polling shows Biden trailing Trump by nine points in Nevada, five in Arizona, four in Pennsylvania, six in Georgia and five in Michigan.
The same poll showed Biden up by only two points in Wisconsin.
Axelrod is probably best known as a driving force behind Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign. He had an office in the Obama White House before he was replaced in 2011 by the then-president who was already preparing for his 2012 campaign, according to a Chicago Magazine report about “The Message: The Reselling of Barack Obama,” a book about the 2012 race by MSNBC commentator and Richard Wolffe.
Axelrod, a previous Biden critic, did not call on Biden to drop out of the race but he did strongly suggest it is something the embattled president should consider.
It’s very late to change horses; a lot will happen in the next year that no one can predict & Biden’s team says his resolve to run is firm.
He’s defied CW before but this will send tremors of doubt thru the party–not “bed-wetting,” but legitimate concern. https://t.co/g6zeWF0T87— David Axelrod (@davidaxelrod) November 5, 2023
In three follow-up tweets, Axelrod, a CNN contributor, called out Biden’s age and also lashed out at Trump.
“The greatest concern is that his biggest liability is the one thing he can’t change,” Alexrod tweeted. “Among all the unpredictables there is one thing that is sure: the age arrow only points in one direction.”
The greatest concern is that his biggest liability is the one thing he can’t change. Among all the unpredictables there is one thing that is sure: the age arrow only points in one direction.
— David Axelrod (@davidaxelrod) November 5, 2023
He also wrote, “The @POTUS is justly proud of his accomplishments. Trump is a dangerous, unhinged demagogue whose brazen disdain for the rules, norms, laws and institutions or democracy should be disqualifying. But the stakes of miscalculation here are too dramatic to ignore.”
In a final post on the matter, Axelrod concluded, “Only @JoeBiden can make this decision. If he continues to run, he will be the nominee of the Democratic Party. What he needs to decide is whether that is wise; whether it’s in HIS best interest or the country’s?”
Only @JoeBiden can make this decision. If he continues to run, he will be the nominee of the Democratic Party. What he needs to decide is whether that is wise; whether it’s in HIS best interest or the country’s?
— David Axelrod (@davidaxelrod) November 5, 2023
The New York Times, in a collaboration with Siena College, also found in the poll cited by Axelrod that 67 percent of registered voters believe the country is on the wrong track.
Only seven percent of respondents said they were not at all likely to vote in the 2024 election.
Trump was ahead 48-44 percent among all registered voters, who were asked which candidate they would vote for between Biden and the former president.
The poll surveyed 3,662 registered swing state voters from Oct. 22 to Nov. 3 and reported a margin of error at +/- 1.8 percent.
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What is David Axelrod’s suggestion regarding President Biden’s candidacy and why is his opinion worth considering?
Agogue without a shred of decency–; but the key question is who has the energy and skill set to engage the future with the intensity it demands? That will be a governing requirement in 2024 and beyond” (Axelrod, @davidaxelrod).
The poll results released by The New York Times are undoubtedly concerning for President Biden and his supporters. The numbers reflect a potential uphill battle for the Democrats in crucial battleground states. While it is important to note that the election is still a year away and a lot can change in that time, the current standings should not be taken lightly.
David Axelrod’s suggestion that President Biden should consider stepping aside and allowing another candidate to take the party’s nomination is a thought-provoking one. Axelrod, being a former close adviser to President Obama, carries significant weight in the realm of Democratic politics. His insight into the party’s inner workings and his understanding of grassroots campaigning make his opinion worth considering.
Axelrod, however, did not explicitly call on Biden to drop out of the race. He merely hinted at the possibility, urging the president to weigh the stakes carefully. Axelrod highlighted the president’s age as his biggest liability, pointing out that it is the one thing he cannot change. Age has been a topic of discussion when it comes to Biden’s presidency, and it is reasonable to question how it may affect his ability to govern effectively in the future.
The political landscape in the United States is volatile and constantly evolving. The upcoming 2024 presidential election will have momentous consequences for the country. The Democratic Party needs a candidate who can energize and lead the party forward with the necessary skills and intensity. Axelrod’s warning serves as a wake-up call for President Biden and the Democratic establishment to evaluate their options and ensure they have the strongest candidate to face off against Donald Trump or any other Republican contender.
It is important to recognize that Axelrod’s opinion is not the definitive verdict on President Biden’s candidacy. Ultimately, the decision lies with the president himself and those within his inner circle. However, Axelrod’s insights and concerns should not be brushed aside. They should be taken as a call to action for the Democratic Party to carefully assess their position and consider all possibilities for the upcoming election.
As the 2024 presidential race unfolds, it will be crucial for Democrats to critically evaluate their chances of success and their ability to address the needs and concerns of the American people. The stakes are high, and the consequences are too dramatic to ignore. President Biden and his team must carefully weigh their options, ensuring they have the strongest candidate to lead their party in the upcoming election. Only by doing so can they hope to secure victory and steer the country towards a better future.
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