Staff Reports
The Biden campaign is having a hard time recruiting black surrogates, adding to President Biden’s growing unpopularity among this important demographic for Democrats. It seems that Biden’s past statements and policies have offended many black voters, and that might be hindering his ability to find surrogates within the black community. For example, Biden’s comments like “they are beyond the pale many of those people” and “if you have a problem figuring out whether you’re for me or Trump, then you ain’t black” have not been well-received.
According to a report by Semafor, Biden’s support among black voters is a cause for concern. Democrats worry that his message is not resonating with their base of black voters, and they attribute this to a lack of effective messengers who can sell Biden’s record to skeptical voters. It seems that the party has struggled to replicate the Obama-era turnout and support from black voters since 2016, and recent surveys suggest that Biden might face even more erosion in support.
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Even Rep. Jim Clyburn, a Biden ally who played a major role in his 2020 campaign with an endorsement, has expressed concern. He mentioned that many black voters are interested in “America First” policies, and he worries that the party has not been able to break through the “MAGA wall” in order to effectively communicate what Biden has done for them.
The Biden campaign, however, argues that they are investing in black communities and engaging with voters earlier and more aggressively than ever before. They claim to be making significant investments in black media and meeting voters where they are. According to Principal Deputy Campaign Manager Quentin Fulks, they are not taking anything for granted and are working hard to earn every vote.
Regardless, polling data shows that Biden’s support among black voters is declining. Recent New York Times polling shows that only 72 percent of black voters support Biden, and Democrats have lost ground among black voters in nearly every election over the past decade. In fact, Biden’s position among nonwhite voters is worse than Walter Mondale’s in 1984.
In conclusion, Biden’s campaign is struggling to recruit black surrogates, which is indicative of his sinking popularity among black voters. Despite their claims of investment and engagement, it seems that Biden’s past comments and policies have left a negative impression on many black voters, and he has yet to find effective messengers who can rebuild that support. As the election approaches, Democrats must find a way to connect with and regain the trust of this crucial demographic.
