Key Biden supporter, Jim Clyburn, has made statements suggesting he remains supportive of President Joe Biden but is also open to change if Biden decides not to run in 2024. In various interviews, Clyburn praised Biden's mental grasp of the country's needs but noted physical changes since the 2020 campaign.
He expressed unequivocal support for Vice President Kamala Harris should Biden opt not to seek reelection.
Clyburn's comments have sparked speculation about the Democratic Party's stance and readiness for the 2024 presidential race, highlighting the balance between loyalty to Biden and openness to new leadership if necessary.
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Honestly, it's refreshing to see some pragmatism in politics; even if it's from the opposite side, acknowledging the need for adaptability over blind loyalty is something we can all get behind.
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It's refreshing to see a figure like Jim Clyburn being pragmatic about the future of the Democratic leadership. Recognizing President Biden's contributions while being open to new candidates, like Vice President Harris, shows a healthy balance between loyalty and adaptability.
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Clyburn Says He’s ‘All In’ for Biden But Leaves Door Open for Change
“If he decides to change his mind later on, then we will respond to that. We have until the 19th of August to open our convention.” Clyburn later said he was “all in” for Biden but, “If he were to change his mind I would answer the question that ...
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Watch: Jim Clyburn Gives Foreboding Answer on Biden’s Future
“And if he were to change his mind, I’ll just answer the question, I would be all in for the vice president,” Clyburn said, referring to Kamala Harris. JUST IN: @savannahguthrie: "Did you leave the door open ... lapses Biden had while responding ...
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Key Biden Backer Jim Clyburn Sticks Up For Him But Leaves Door Open To A Change
Asked on NBC’s “Today” show if Biden was still “the same man” Clyburn endorsed in the 2020 South Carolina primary, Clyburn said, “Physically? I don’t think so. Mentally? I do think so.” “He is still grasping what this country is all about.
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