10 potential replacements for Biden
A look at key democratic alternatives

WORLD  29 June 2024 - 10:38

The Democratic Party is starting to acknowledge concerns about President Biden's age and mental sharpness, especially after his widely criticized first debate performance.

This has led to discussions about replacing him, although the process is complex and would require Biden's agreement to step aside, Caliber.Az reports via foreign media.

If Biden were to step down, several names have been suggested as potential replacements:

1. Vice President Kamala Harris: As the current VP, she is a natural choice, but her popularity is nearly as low as Biden's.
2. Gretchen Whitmer: The Michigan governor is seen as an ideal candidate due to her strong electoral record and high approval ratings in a key swing state.
3. Pete Buttigieg: The Transportation Secretary is a skilled communicator but struggles with support from diverse voter groups.
4. Josh Shapiro: The Pennsylvania governor is popular and has bipartisan appeal, but his political rise has been rapid.
5. Jared Polis: The Colorado governor has a strong record and bipartisan credentials but remains a less prominent national figure.
6. Gavin Newsom: The California governor has raised his national profile but may be too closely associated with liberal policies.
7. Raphael Warnock: The Georgia senator has successfully won in a swing state and is seen as a strong candidate.
8. Michelle Obama: A popular figure, she has shown no interest in running, making her a highly unlikely choice.
9. Amy Klobuchar: The Minnesota senator has a pragmatic approach but lacks a strong national presence.
10. Andy Beshear: The Kentucky governor has recently gained attention for winning in a red state but may not appeal to the liberal base.

Each candidate comes with their own strengths and weaknesses, and the decision to replace Biden, if it happens, would be a significant and challenging one for the Democratic Party.

Caliber.Az