Joe Biden’s US presidential campaign has undergone a significant shift following the recent CNN debate, according to Berea College professor Carlos Gustavo Poggio. In an interview with CNN 360° Poggio highlighted how the campaign’s focus has shifted to Biden himself, contradicting the Democrats’ initial strategy.
“The big thing is that the debate has completely changed the context of Joe Biden’s campaign,” Poggio said. He explained that until then, concerns about Biden’s age — 81 — had been discussed quietly, but now they have become the center of discussion.
Change of strategy
The professor noted that the Democrats’ tactic was to keep Biden less exposed by avoiding frequent press conferences and public appearances. However, the CNN debate forced a change in that approach. “The Democratic campaign can no longer hide Biden, they are forced to do what they did yesterday, like, for example, a press conference,” Poggio said.
This new dynamic puts Biden under greater scrutiny, with every public appearance becoming a test of his physical and mental capabilities. Poggio stressed that this is exactly the opposite of what Democrats wanted, as now “the campaign is completely focused on Joe Biden.”
Challenges for Biden
With the need for greater exposure, Biden faces the challenge of remaining steady in the face of pressure and avoiding gaffes that could be amplified by the media and political opponents. Poggio noted that while Biden has performed “reasonably well” in his recent appearances, the changing climate of the campaign has intensified attention on his performance.
The current situation presents a dilemma for Biden’s campaign team: how to balance the president’s need for visibility with the risks associated with greater public exposure. This new reality may require significant adjustments to the candidate’s communications strategy and agenda.
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(Published by Raphael Bueno, from CNN Brasil)
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