Staff Reports
CBS News correspondent Ed O’Keefe shared insights from a memo circulated by the Biden campaign to Democratic senators, trying to reassure them that Biden won’t be a liability on the ticket. The memo highlights that no other Democratic nominee would fare better against Trump and dismisses concerns about a negative media environment, which many find ironic given the media’s past treatment of Biden’s cognitive decline.
The memo urges Democrats to focus on countering Trump’s agenda during the upcoming RNC convention, rather than getting distracted by internal conflicts. However, the credibility of such efforts is called into question, especially as the campaign tries to downplay any significant shifts in voter sentiments post-debate.
Despite internal polling suggesting a tightening race, the campaign remains adamant that Biden maintains an edge over Trump, particularly in key battleground states. Yet, recent external polls showing a lead for Trump nationally and in crucial states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania cast doubts on the campaign’s rosy narrative.
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The memo also dismisses the impact of third-party candidates like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., despite some polls indicating potential votes being siphoned away from Biden. The strategy seems to prioritize securing the Blue Wall states of Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, reminiscent of past missteps like Clinton’s neglect of other states in 2016.
As the Biden campaign focuses on defending the Blue Wall and keeping Sunbelt states like Arizona and Nevada in play, the memo’s effectiveness remains to be seen. With Biden’s fundraising facing challenges, the campaign’s strategic decisions could have significant repercussions as the election draws closer. The calls for Biden to “pass the torch” may grow louder as Democrats assess their chances against Trump.
