Former Presidents Try to Salvage Biden’s Image After Debate Blunders

Following a lackluster debate performance by President Joe Biden against Donald Trump, former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton attempted to do some damage control. They both took to social media to address the issue and reassure the public that despite the debate fumble, Biden is still the preferable candidate for the upcoming election.

The messaging from Obama and Clinton represents a new tact for Democrats as they try to course-correct after Thursday’s flop. Instead of downplaying Biden’s blunders and focusing solely on attacking Trump’s performance, they chose to acknowledge the debate disaster and urge the public not to dwell on it.

While it is true that debates do matter to voters, it is essential to note that Biden’s lead against Trump following the September 2020 debate was maintained despite the public perception of a better performance by Biden. The upcoming election is predicted to be a tight race, leaving little room for error.

In the days following the debate, Democrats have expressed concerns about how it might affect voter perceptions, particularly regarding Biden’s age and fitness to lead for another four years. Some have even suggested that Biden should drop out of the race to make room for potentially stronger candidates. However, the Biden campaign has firmly rejected that proposal.

Despite the scrutiny and criticism following the first debate, Biden and Trump are set to face off once again in a second and final debate. This presents an opportunity for Biden to redeem himself and make a stronger case to the voters. The outcome of this debate could be crucial in shaping public opinion leading up to the November election.

While the first debate may not have gone as planned for Joe Biden, the support and reassurance from former Presidents Obama and Clinton are a reminder that the election is still a choice between two starkly different candidates. It is now up to Biden to rise to the occasion, address his weaknesses, and prove to the American people that he is the right person to lead the country forward.