Democrats Attempt to Speed Up Biden Nomination, But Top Leaders Short-Circuit It
By Mick Farthing|July 17, 2024
Democrats Attempt to Speed Up Biden Nomination, But Top Leaders Short-Circuit It

So, guess what? The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is at it again, stirring the pot with their latest scheme. With the 2024 presidential election creeping up faster than we’d like, the DNC is cooking up a new strategy to keep things under control. They’re all about showing off a united front right now, and they’re not afraid to ruffle a few feathers to do it.

The Biden team is sweating bullets. Approval ratings are like a rollercoaster and the scrutiny? Well, it’s nonstop.

Trump is coming off as a hero after the failed assassination attempt. Biden’s odds at winning are getting bleaker. It seems the party is pushing a covert scheme to at least secure his nomination. The big idea? Lock it down early so they can avoid any pesky challengers popping up. But just days after calls for Biden to step down fade, a new mutiny is rising up.

From Axios:
Democratic members of Congress are reviving a fight over President Biden’s candidacy following a brief respite in the wake of Saturday’s assassination attempt against former President Trump, Axios has learned…

Why it matters: Some lawmakers are uneasy about the Democratic National Committee’s plans to forge ahead with a virtual roll call vote to nominate Biden weeks before the Democratic convention…

Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas), the first House Democrat to call for Biden to drop out, said in a statement he is “working with Jared Huffman and other colleagues to oppose short-circuiting the nomination process.”

A Rift Within the Party

To stave off further attempts at ousting Biden, the party is pushing for a “virtual roll call” before the actual convention. This seems to be a quick move to secure Biden’s nomination while talk of replacing him has died down. With Trump surviving an assassination attempt, it is possible Democrats don’t think they can beat him in November.

That’s good news for Biden, but very bad news for the entire party. Biden’s nomination might be safe, but Democrats are sure to lose big time.

Progressives are seeing through the party’s scheme to save Biden. They seem to be suggesting that this whole thing feels a bit like a power grab. They’re not too thrilled about the old guard calling all the shots. This little drama is a perfect snapshot of the ongoing tug-of-war within the Democratic Party. It’s like watching a family feud at Thanksgiving.

You didn’t think all this was happening without some serious behind-the-scenes action, did you? Biden’s buddies are hustling like there’s no tomorrow, trying to get everyone on board. They’re making promises left and right – future support, political favors, you name it. It’s like watching a bunch of kids trading lunch snacks but with a lot more at stake.

A Desperate Gamble?

And here it is: the DNC is pushing for an early roll call vote on Biden’s nomination. It’s like they’re saying, “Let’s just get this over with.” They want to squash any potential challengers before they even have a chance to make a peep. But some folks are calling this move desperate. They say it shows Biden’s camp is nervous and trying to avoid a nasty primary fight. Is it a brilliant strategy or a sign of panic? It depends on who you ask.

For Biden, nailing this early nomination could be the ticket to smooth sailing. For the party, it’s a tightrope walk – this could either bring everyone together or send them into a tailspin. How this all plays out will set the stage for the Democratic strategy in the run-up to the 2024 showdown.

Key Takeaways:

  • DNC Pushes Early Vote: The Democratic National Committee wants an early roll call vote to secure Biden’s nomination.
  • Internal Conflict: Some Dems aren’t happy, seeing this as a big ol’ power grab.
  • High Stakes: The move will test Biden’s influence and party unity before the 2024 election.

Source: Axios

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Mick Farthing
Mick is a freelance writer, cartoonist, and graphic designer. He is a regular contributor for the Patriot Journal.
Mick is a freelance writer, cartoonist, and graphic designer. He is a regular contributor for the Patriot Journal.
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