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As Casey further elaborated, “That money would all be accessed by Kamala … anyone else would be on their own for fundraising.” This financial technicality places Harris in a unique position compared to any other potential candidates.
On Sunday, anonymous sources cited by the New York Post revealed that the Biden-Harris campaign informed donors of a contingency plan. If Biden decides to step down, the funds would support Harris’s presidential bid.
Yet, the financial solvency of Harris’s potential campaign does not guarantee success. Her widespread unpopularity poses a significant obstacle. According to polling averages from FiveThirtyEight, Harris has an approval rating of just 37.5%, with 49.6% of Americans disapproving of her performance.
A Democratic donor, who chose to remain unnamed, expressed a stark perspective on the vice president’s chances. “The tragedy for the Democrats is they were so focused on identity politics they picked someone no one wanted who checks a box,” the donor said, referring to Harris’s historic election as the first female and first black vice president. “Had they focused on performance politics they would be in a terrific situation … but I don’t think she can win.”
As speculation about Biden’s potential replacement intensifies, other names are being floated. California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer are among those considered viable alternatives. However, these candidates face the daunting task of building a campaign war chest from scratch, a difficult feat with the election fast approaching.
Former President Donald Trump, the likely Republican nominee, has already established a formidable lead in terms of fundraising and campaign infrastructure. Starting a new fundraising effort in July or later would place any new Democratic candidate at a severe disadvantage.
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Biden’s performance in the June 27 CNN-hosted debate did little to quell concerns about his candidacy. The president struggled noticeably, often mumbling, losing his train of thought, and sounding hoarse, leading to an overall sense of incoherence.
As the Democratic Party navigates this precarious situation, the coming weeks will be critical. Decisions made now could determine the party’s fate in the upcoming election. The urgency to address these issues reflects the broader anxiety within the party and among its supporters.
With the clock ticking, Democrats must weigh their options carefully. The debate over Biden’s cognitive fitness and the viability of his potential successors will continue to dominate the discourse, as the nation watches closely.
