84: What About Joe?

Jamal Simmons and Matt Butler unpack the complex political maneuvers surrounding Joe Biden’s 2024 Presidential run, Gavin Newsom’s bold stance, and the future of Democratic contenders like Kamala Harris and Pete Buttigieg. They slice through the noise to understand what strategies might work—or blow up—in the volatile landscape leading up to 2028.

Key topics:

Gavin Newsom’s ‘ride or die’ loyalty to Biden and the political gamble it entails

The legacy of Joe Biden’s decision to run again and its impact on the Democratic primary

The untapped potential and risks for Kamala Harris in an evolving electoral game

How figures like Pete Buttigieg and Josh Shapiro might navigate the Biden-era politics

The age debate of Trump and Biden—does it matter, and are Dems hesitant to attack their vulnerabilities?

The importance of authenticity vs. political spin in the upcoming debates

How the Democratic Party’s internal conflicts, especially on foreign policy, could shape the primary season

Strategies for attacking or defending based on party loyalty, legacy, and perceived weaknesses