The US President Joe Biden announced on Sunday evening that he will no longer be the Democratic presidential candidate. This now raises an exciting question: Who will take over as the party’s candidate in the midst of the ongoing American election campaign?
Joe Biden has recommended his Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. According to Jacob Heinel Jensen, the USA correspondent for Berlingske, Kamala Harris is not a clear-cut choice. Harris has both strengths and weaknesses as a potential candidate.
Heinel Jensen points out that Kamala Harris may struggle as a candidate, as she has not made a significant mark as Vice President. Especially her handling of border issues will likely be a target for criticism from Donald Trump and his supporters.
On the other hand, it could also create significant problems for the Democrats if they choose a different candidate than Harris. She holds great importance for the party’s African American voters, who are a crucial group for the Democrats. If Harris is not chosen, it could be seen as a rejection of the African American community, which could lead more black voters to switch to Trump.
Therefore, the situation is filled with dilemmas for the Democrats, who must strike a balance between choosing a candidate who can unite the party and at the same time address the challenges from the Republicans.