Staff Reports
Top Democratic strategist Doug Schoen is advising the Biden campaign to make some changes in order to avoid losing the upcoming election to the Republicans. Schoen expressed concern that the White House is not heeding advice from experienced political insiders, which could ultimately cost Joe Biden the presidency. Schoen, a former adviser to President Clinton, and other Democratic strategists, like former Obama adviser David Axelrod, are cautioning that the current strategy may not lead to a Democratic victory in November.
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Schoen highlighted the issues of inflation and the situation at the southern border as key concerns that the Biden administration needs to address. He emphasized that the cost of living is a critical issue for voters and that the Democratic message is not effectively addressing these economic challenges. Schoen suggested that Biden needs to show more understanding and compassion for the economic difficulties that people are facing, and to develop a new agenda that addresses their needs more directly.
Axelrod also stressed the importance of acknowledging how voters perceive the economy, rather than simply citing positive statistical trends. He cautioned that simply claiming credit for economic achievements may not resonate with the voters, and that the focus should be on understanding and addressing the real economic struggles that people are experiencing.
Both Schoen and Axelrod are urging the Biden campaign to adjust its approach in order to better connect with voters on economic issues. They are warning that if these changes are not made, it could lead to a Republican victory in the upcoming election.
