The Democrats seem to be in a pickle as they navigate the upcoming presidential race with President Joe Biden as their candidate. After his initial debate with the anticipated Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump, Biden’s performance raised concerns about his mental stability. This sparked widespread alarm among Democrats and left-leaning media.
As Western Journal reports:
It’s clear that unless something major changes, the 81-year-old Biden is going to lose in November to the man Democrats detest like no other — leading many Democrats to urge the president to withdraw from the race.
Biden has dismissed these calls, asserting nothing short of extraordinary will convince him to abandon the race. Yet, there seems to be a disconnect between Biden’s stance and that of some prominent Democratic figures.
Nancy Pelosi’s recent comments during an appearance on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” cast doubt over Biden’s candidacy. Instead of outright support for Biden, Pelosi hinted at an ongoing decision-making process regarding his continuation in the race. This mixed messaging indicates a challenging predicament for Pelosi and others who may believe that it would be better for Biden to step down but are wary of potential electoral implications if he refuses.
“It’s up to the president to decide if he is going to run. We’re all encouraging him to make that decision because time is running short,” Pelosi declared.
This situation underscores the current state of affairs within the Democratic Party. With November approaching, Democrats must navigate this predicament carefully, as their decisions could have significant electoral consequences. As it stands, it seems the Democrats will continue this subtle messaging until Biden either withdraws or it becomes too late.