Part 5/8:
Misleading Optimism: The Democratic Party’s Dilemma
The discussion on Biden's candidacy and his recent debate highlights broader issues within the Democratic Party—most prominently, a disconnect between party leaders’ assessment of Biden's capabilities and the public perception of his performance and approval ratings. The stage is set for an evaluation of whether the establishment's preference for Biden over alternatives is driven by loyalty, or is a refusal to confront unpalatable truths about his declining popularity and perceived cognitive issues.