Biden maintains control as he gains backing from emerging Democratic leaders.
President Joe Biden Defies Primary Challenges, Gains Support from Democratic Stars
President Joe Biden has successfully fended off primary challenges from popular Democratic politicians in 2024, despite concerns about his age. Instead of competing against him, some of the party’s brightest stars have rallied behind Biden, even raising funds on his behalf.
Democratic Governors Stand United
Governors Gavin Newsom (D-CA), Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI), J.B. Pritzker (D-IL), Tim Walz (D-MN), Josh Shapiro (D-PA), and Tony Evers (D-WI) have all rejected calls to run against Biden. Instead, they have become effective surrogates for the president’s reelection campaign, with Newsom leading the way. While there has been speculation about Newsom’s potential 2024 run, he has denied it and is actively raising money for Biden through his PAC, Campaign for Democracy. Newsom will even debate presidential candidate Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in November, defending Biden’s record and vision for the country.
These prominent politicians are committed team players in the Democratic operation, prioritizing the party’s best chance of winning in 2024. They believe that a primary battle against the incumbent president would not put the party in the strongest position.
Whitmer, another governor seen as a future leader of the party, has repeatedly expressed her support for Biden’s 2024 campaign. Despite being portrayed as a potential future president in magazine profiles, she is using her newly launched Fight Like Hell PAC to raise funds for Biden.
Walz, also considered a possible future Democratic nominee, made an appearance at the Iowa State Fair to campaign for Biden. Republican presidential candidates were also present, making their cases to voters. Walz reaffirmed his commitment to the party’s effort to reelect Biden after a call from Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN) for a “moderate governor” to run in 2024.
Pritzker, during his visit to the Illinois State Fair, reiterated his support for Biden, emphasizing that Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are the best choices for the country. He dismissed questions about his own 2024 run, stating that he is fully dedicated to fighting for Biden and Harris.
Unified Support Benefits Biden
This unified support from rising stars within the Democratic Party has greatly benefited Biden’s campaign. It has expanded his fundraising operation, with local allies boosting him while he focuses on his presidential responsibilities.
Despite the presence of primary challengers Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Marianne Williamson, who have not made significant impacts in the polls, the majority of likely Democratic primary voters continue to express their support for Biden.
It is worth noting that RFK Jr. has faced criticism for his popularity among Republicans and for hiring a Republican state representative for his campaign in New Hampshire.
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