As the next presidential race approaches, President Joe Biden exudes confidence. During his State of the Union address, he convinced Republicans to support federal entitlements. He has been actively travelling, promoting job creation, federal health care spending, and a trillion-dollar public works package to revitalize Baltimore’s port and ease train tunnel congestion. He even made a bold move by visiting war-scarred Ukraine.
These actions, typically the cornerstone of a reelection campaign, have left some wondering if Biden will officially declare his candidacy for the 2024 election. The president has not confirmed his plans despite party leaders and those close to Biden expressing their support for his reelection. Even First Lady Jill Biden has stated that the decision is ultimately up to her husband.
While most Democrats assume Biden will run again, a recent poll showed that only 37% of Democrats want him to seek a second term, with concerns about his age and health playing a role. Should Biden choose not to run, the focus would shift to Vice President Kamala Harris, who has already stated her expectation to remain on the ticket.
Biden has a history of taking his time to make campaign decisions, and his advisers acknowledge that future governing will be more difficult now that Democrats no longer control Congress. However, they argue that there is no strong Democratic alternative capable of defeating a Republican candidate. Biden has expressed concern for his legacy and has had discussions with historians about threats to American democracy.
The Republican presidential field is still forming, with only a few official entrants. Meanwhile, Democrats outside Washington are carefully building their national profiles without offending Biden. The president’s intentions for the 2024 election remain unclear, but he has stated that he focuses on getting results for the American people and securing his legacy.
Whether or not Biden officially declares his candidacy for the 2024 election, his actions and initiatives will likely have a lasting impact on the country and his legacy. As the oldest president in U.S. history, his age and health remain a concern for some voters, but his leadership and accomplishments thus far have earned him the support of the Democratic National Committee.
While the future of Biden’s political career remains uncertain, one thing is clear: he is dedicated to improving the lives of Americans and strengthening the country’s position on the world stage. Whether he decides to run for another term or not, his actions as President will continue to shape his legacy and the country’s future.
