Joe Biden’s announcement that he is withdrawing from the Democratic presidential race has sent shockwaves around the world, despite numerous public calls for him to step down in recent days.
“We are living history live, it’s unprecedented,” explains Léger president Jean-Marc Léger, in an interview with LCN.
“We are at a point where the current president of the United States is deciding to step down less than 15 weeks before the election.”
He said the weekend following the Republican convention was a good time to make the announcement.
“The reason is that the polls are getting worse and worse post-convention, because the Republicans are gaining ground and they have to give the next person time to settle in. The key moment was over the weekend and it happened.”
The President might have been waiting for this moment
“Strategically, taking her time allowed Kamala Harris to settle in. All the other candidates are not getting organized and in the meantime, Kamala Harris can get organized. She probably has access to Joe Biden’s campaign money and she now has his support.”
However, several other contenders might emerge in the coming days.
“The Democratic Party is not the Republican Party where everyone follows to the letter what my leader thinks,” the pollster says. “There are a lot of people who are ambitious and who might be keen on the idea of being president of the United States in a few months.”
Mr. Léger believes that Joe Biden had no political future following November.
“Again, nobody knows exactly what happens before and following this moment, but one thing is for sure, is that the pressure was strong on Joe Biden because this was the end of Joe Biden,” he said. “Either he resigned or he was going to be defeated in the election. He had to face the facts.”
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Joe Biden’s Withdrawal: An Unprecedented Moment in US Politics
Joe Biden’s announcement of his withdrawal from the presidential race sent shockwaves across the globe, despite numerous calls for him to step down in the weeks leading up to his decision. The move has sparked a flurry of analysis and speculation, as experts try to understand the ramifications of this unprecedented event in US politics.
A Historic Moment
Léger president Jean-Marc Léger, a renowned political analyst, described the situation as “living history live.” He emphasized the extraordinary nature of a sitting US president stepping aside less than 15 weeks before an election.
“We are arriving at a dynamic where the current president of the United States decides to step down less than 15 weeks before the election,” Léger said in an interview with LCN. “This is unprecedented.”
Strategic Timing and Kamala Harris’s Rise
Léger believes Biden’s timing was strategic. The announcement came following a Republican convention that saw the party rallying behind its nominee, leading to a shift in public opinion.
“The polls are getting worse and worse post-convention,” Léger explained. “The Republicans are scoring points and they have to give the next person time to settle in. The key moment was over the weekend and it happened.”
He also noted that the timing allowed Vice President Kamala Harris to take the reins without facing immediate pressure. “Strategically, taking her time allowed Kamala Harris to settle in,” Léger said. “All the other candidates are not getting organized and in the meantime, Kamala Harris can get organized. She probably has access to Joe Biden’s campaign money and she now has his support.”
The Future of the Democratic Party
Despite Biden’s withdrawal, the Democratic Party is unlikely to simply fall in line behind Harris. Léger emphasized that the party is not as monolithic as its Republican counterpart.
“The Democratic Party is not the Republican Party where everyone follows to the letter what my leader thinks,” Léger said. “There are a lot of people who are ambitious and who might be keen on the idea of being president of the United States in a few months.”
The End of an Era
Léger believes that Biden’s decision was a sign that his political future was already in question. He argued that the pressure on Biden was immense, as he faced the prospect of a humiliating defeat in November.
“Again, nobody knows exactly what happens before and following this moment, but one thing is for sure, is that the pressure was strong on Joe Biden because this was the end of Joe Biden,” he said. “Either he resigned or he was going to be defeated in the election. He had to face the facts.”
The Impact of Biden’s Withdrawal
Biden’s withdrawal has significant implications for both the Democratic Party and the upcoming election. Here are some of the key aspects to consider:
- **Increased uncertainty:** The withdrawal creates a sense of uncertainty regarding the direction of the Democratic Party and the upcoming election. It remains to be seen how other potential candidates will respond and whether Harris can solidify her position as the frontrunner.
- **Shift in the political landscape:** The withdrawal might significantly alter the political landscape, with potential implications for other races and the future of the two major parties. It might also lead to increased scrutiny and analysis of Harris’s qualifications and leadership style.
- **Harris’s challenges:** The Vice President must now navigate the pressures of a sudden transition, while facing scrutiny and potential challenges from other Democratic candidates.
The Road Ahead
With so much still unknown, the next few months are likely to be a period of intense political activity and speculation. The Democratic Party will need to navigate the challenges of unifying behind Harris, while the Republicans will seek to capitalize on the uncertainty and secure a victory in November.
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