The former White House press secretary spoke about the possibility of President Biden not being chosen as Democratic nominee for the 2024 election, explaining that Biden's current unpopularity might make his re-selection undesirable for Democrats seeking re-election. The executive editor of the Common Sense Society pointed out though that Biden's fundraising efforts seem to suggest he still has some momentum, having raised an estimated $82 million in recent weeks.
The former press secretary critiqued the messaging and advertising campaigns coming from the Democratic side, branding them as ineffective due to Biden's plummeting approval rate. He emphasized the importance of economic indicators, suggesting that Democrats might only have a fighting chance in the 2024 election if the stock market continues to perform well and inflation rates drop.
Concerns were voiced about the Biden administration's handling of major issues, particularly the crisis at the U.S border. The current Democratic administration was criticized for its lack of response to these issues, and the base of the Democratic Party was accused of pushing for open borders, rather than effectively managing immigration.
The discussion further addressed the inflation issue, which appears to be directly influencing the public's perception of the economy. The Biden administration's approach to inflation was seen as alienating voters already struggling with high grocery prices.
The influx of immigrants into major U.S cities as a result of what the panelists described as faulty border policies was flagged as a significant problem. The overall conclusion drawn was that the Democrats were largely responsible for the challenges facing the country, with many of the current problems being traced back to clear policy decisions, rather than unforeseeable circumstances or external forces.
The trajectory of future policy decisions and their potential impact on the 2024 elections formed the subject of great conjecture, with ongoing debates expected.