The process of selecting a new nominee if President Joe Biden steps aside remains uncertain, but many Democrats believe Vice President Kamala Harris is the most likely successor. Informal discussions on replacing Biden have been ongoing for weeks, yet the uncertainty has caused some Democrats to hesitate in opposing his candidacy, fearing a potentially chaotic aftermath.
Several internal polls suggest Harris could boost Democratic enthusiasm and help down-ballot races. She is viewed as the quickest to assemble a campaign and potentially challenge Donald Trump more effectively. Although Biden’s aides maintain he plans to resume campaigning after recovering from COVID-19, many Democrats foresee Harris as the inevitable choice if Biden withdraws. Some propose a swift process where delegates endorse Harris, while others reject the idea of a coronation, suggesting rapid primaries or town halls instead.
Top Democratic figures, including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, have privately urged Biden to step down, citing current polling data that shows he may not defeat Trump. Additionally, former President Barack Obama has expressed concerns about Biden’s viability. Despite these pressures, some Democrats believe an open convention floor decision could be necessary, potentially intensifying the desire for resolution.
Vice President Harris has not been involved in any scheming and has shown loyalty to Biden during campaign stops. Democratic leaders argue she is the natural successor and rallying around her is crucial if Biden steps aside. Biden’s endorsement of Harris would likely solidify her position, given the strong support from Black voters and leaders like Rep. Jim Clyburn.
Eleni Kounalakis, California’s lieutenant governor and a Democratic convention delegate, emphasized that Biden and Harris were elected as a team, suggesting that supporting Harris validates the primary voters’ choice. The stability Harris offers is seen as vital by Democratic frontliners who are wary of the chaos an open nomination process could cause, especially with the powerful Congressional Black Caucus’s potential support.
Overall, the prospect of replacing Biden with Harris is seen as the least disruptive and most strategic path forward for the Democratic Party, despite the challenges and potential for internal conflict.
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