Biden’s Poll Struggles Raise Concerns Among Democratic Insiders

Washington, D.C. — President Joe Biden woke up confident the day after the 2024 election, convinced that he was wronged by the Democratic party and the media for retiring from the race. Biden repeatedly claimed that had he remained a candidate, he would have secured victory over Donald Trump, as polls suggested.

However, his pollsters maintained that no credible data supported Biden’s assertions, indicating a likely loss could have been far worse than that faced by his successor, Vice President Kamala Harris. Insiders have speculated that Biden’s immediate circle shielded him from unfavorable news, allowing a disconnect between his optimistic outlook and the public’s perception of his age and capabilities.

David Plouffe, who managed Harris’s campaign and previously worked on Obama’s presidential run, voiced frustration saying, “We got so screwed by Biden, as a party.” He believed Biden’s decision to run for re-election and the delay in bowing out significantly harmed the party’s chances, labeling the short campaign a “fucking nightmare.”

While age was cited as a concern, insiders noted Biden’s diminishing abilities as more troubling. Reports indicated increasing episodes of disorientation or forgetfulness, greatly impacting his communication skills. Observers noticed a troubling trend in Biden’s public appearances, where he would freeze or struggle to recall names.

His age may not have been the root cause, but it became a focal point for voters, who judged him incapable of fulfilling presidential duties effectively. The discontent was amplified after a June 27 debate where Biden’s decline became painfully evident.

“It was an abomination,” remarked another Democratic strategist, lamenting that Biden’s refusal to acknowledge his limitations effectively robbed the party during crucial times.

George Clooney, a longtime friend of Biden’s and an advocate for his political career, witnessed the changes firsthand. He expressed shock at Biden’s health and cognitive abilities during a recent fundraiser in Los Angeles, prompting fears within the party about Biden’s viability for the 2024 election.

Other prominent Democrats shared these worries, describing moments where Biden seemed almost unaware of his surroundings. This trend raised eyebrows among supporters and strategists, who began openly questioning whether Biden could regain momentum in the race.

As attention turned to the upcoming campaign challenges, it became clearer within Democratic circles that a shift in leadership might be necessary. Clooney, after much reflection, penned an op-ed urging for new candidates to emerge, highlighting how time was not on Biden’s side.

“Joe Biden is a hero; he saved democracy in 2020,” Clooney wrote, emphasizing the need for the party to consider alternative candidates now rather than later. His public stance echoed growing sentiment among party officials and supporters concerned about Biden’s suitability for re-election.