In recent polling conducted by The New York Times and Siena College, President Biden is trailing former President Donald J. Trump in five critical swing states: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, and Pennsylvania. Despite concerns among Democrats, the Biden campaign remains confident, emphasizing that historical data shows polls taken a year ahead of elections often do not accurately predict outcomes.
Democratic strategist David Axelrod expressed doubts about Biden’s candidacy, citing concerns about the president’s age impacting his performance. Other Democratic figures, including Senator Richard Blumenthal and former DNC chair Donna Brazile, voiced concerns about the tight race, emphasizing the need for hard work and coalition-building.
To address vulnerabilities among key voter groups, the Biden campaign has launched pilot programs in Arizona and Wisconsin, focusing on Latino, female, Black, and young voters. The campaign plans to use social media influencers and relational campaigning to connect with voters personally.
Despite trailing in early polls, the Biden campaign is well-funded, with $91 million in cash on hand, and plans to intensify efforts as the general election campaign approaches. Axelrod urged Biden and his team to shift their focus to a competitive political frame, emphasizing the stakes of a Trump victory in 2024 rather than solely relying on Biden’s accomplishments.
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