Staff Reports
Democratic Governors Huddle With Biden, But Do They Believe Their Own Spin?
Calls for Joe Biden to gracefully bow out of the presidential race are growing louder, even from members of his own party. Yet, Biden remains stubbornly optimistic, declaring he’s in it to win it. In a meeting with Democratic governors, including the likes of Tim Walz, Wes Moore, and Kathy Hochul, Biden sought to shore up his support among key allies, but the resulting statements from the governors only raised more questions about the viability of Biden’s campaign.
The governors’ assurances that they have Biden’s back and that everything is A-okay came across as more of a desperate attempt to save face than a genuine show of confidence. Wes Moore’s comparison of the meeting to an “honest” conversation seemed more like a feeble attempt to downplay the apparent fractures within the Democratic Party. Hochul’s vague assertion that they are “in it to win it” and Moore’s insistence on Biden being “fit for office” did little to address the mounting concerns about the current administration’s performance.
Interestingly, the absence of notable figures like Gavin Newsom and Gretchen Whitmer from the post-meeting commentary spoke volumes. While they did express their support for Biden on social media, their decision to stay silent after the meeting could be interpreted as a lack of full endorsement for the scripted narrative pushed by the other governors. This omission underscores the uncertainty and discord within the Democratic ranks regarding Biden’s ability to lead the party to victory in the upcoming election.
The governors’ attempts to paint a rosy picture of Biden’s tenure in office fell flat in the face of widespread dissatisfaction with the administration’s handling of various crises. From economic challenges to global turmoil, the Biden presidency has been marred by a string of setbacks that have left many Americans questioning his competency. The carefully crafted facade presented by the Democratic governors may have momentarily soothed some concerns, but it ultimately failed to address the underlying doubts about Biden’s leadership.
🚨 BREAKING: Democrat Governors just took questions LIVE after seeing Biden face-to-face for the first time since the debate.
BUT Where was Newsom? Whitmer? Pritzker?
They didn't take to the mics and face the music. I asked @SpeakerMcCarthy ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/H2xC1YjAhu
— Kayleigh McEnany (@kayleighmcenany) July 4, 2024
As the Democratic Party struggles to navigate the turbulent waters of internal discord and public disillusionment, the future of Biden’s candidacy remains uncertain. While his staunch supporters may continue to rally behind him, the cracks in the facade are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. The meeting with Democratic governors may have been intended to project unity and strength, but the underlying message conveyed through their statements raises significant doubts about the viability of Biden’s campaign.
