The abrupt termination of President Joe Biden's re-election campaign has sparked a flurry of speculation.
Many Democrats have painted a rosy picture of the situation, suggesting that Biden, the consummate statesman, willingly stepped aside to prevent the return of his predecessor. However, a recent report from Politico, as reported by RedState, paints a different picture, suggesting that Biden was forced out of the race by his own party.
According to the report, Biden is still grappling with feelings of betrayal. He is reportedly frustrated with former President Barack Obama for not being forthright about his opinion on Biden's campaign. He also harbors resentment towards House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, whom he views as ruthless for orchestrating his exit. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is not exempt from Biden's ire either.
Biden has reportedly confided in his closest aides and associates that he is coming to terms with his decision to withdraw from the presidential race. However, he still harbors resentment towards those within his party who he believes forced him out. These revelations come from three individuals familiar with Biden's thinking, who are not authorized to publicly discuss private conversations.
The sudden end to Biden's campaign was far from organic. A powerful group of elites, led by Pelosi, decided to push him out. The primary votes were disregarded in the process, with the focus being solely on retaining power. Pelosi's actions, coupled with the withdrawal of support from the donor class, made it impossible for Biden to remain the nominee.
This incident represents a disregard for the democratic process. However, it also highlights the ruthless efficiency with which Pelosi and her party operate. Their sole focus is on winning elections, and they are willing to cross any line to achieve their desired result. The idea of forcing an incumbent president off the ticket in July was once unthinkable. However, they did it, and it seems to be paying off in the form of a more winnable election.
Biden reportedly told one individual that Pelosi "did what she had to do" to give Democrats the best chance to win in November. He added that Pelosi "cares about the party," not about feelings. However, given Biden's public frustration with the situation, it is doubtful that he was this cordial.
Biden's inner circle believes that Pelosi was the decisive voice in pushing him out. They thought that after nearly two weeks of trying to reassure fellow Democrats, his candidacy was on track to be salvaged. However, Pelosi's appearance on "Morning Joe," where she made it clear that she did not support Biden's candidacy, changed everything. This opened the door for other Democrats and donors to withdraw their support.
Biden's decision to step aside was not entirely voluntary. He was under immense political pressure, and it wouldn't be surprising if the 25th Amendment was threatened. Once Pelosi went public and the donors withdrew their support, Biden knew he had been overthrown and did what he could to preserve his legacy.
This move, while undemocratic, appears to have worked, at least for now. This is a sore point for Republicans, who were confident of a victory with Trump. Now, with the press seemingly favoring Kamala Harris, the race has become more competitive. This makes it more crucial than ever for the former President to win. If the Democrats' actions are validated, it could call into question the purpose of primaries. This move needs to be repudiated.
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