President Biden Wins New Hampshire Primary Without Even Appearing on the Ballots
Despite not appearing on the ballots and not participating in any campaign events in New Hampshire, President Joe Biden secured a victory in the Democratic primary on Tuesday. This win comes as a significant advantage for the current White House tenant over other candidates competing in the primaries.
In the 2020 New Hampshire primary, Biden came fifth, with only 8.4% of the vote. However, this time around, he achieved victory without any effort on the ground as he missed the deadlines to register due to a political dispute within the Democratic Party. Supporters could vote for him by writing his name in the blank box on the ballots, and they demonstrated their support in large numbers.
While his allies made efforts to mobilize voters to write in his name, Biden held a rally on Tuesday in Manassas, Virginia, with the focus on the right to abortion, an issue considered crucial in energizing Democratic voters. However, the event was not without interruption, as pro-Palestinian activists disrupted the rally, protesting Biden’s support of Israel in the Gaza war.
Despite low voter turnout in the Democratic primaries compared to the Republican primaries, Biden’s win was considered certain, even without his name appearing on the ballots. Congressman Dean Phillips, the only candidate with any political weight among those on the Democratic ballot, attracted a minority of followers.
The end of the campaign was marked by reports of false calls impersonating Joe Biden and discouraging people from voting in the primaries, which prompted an investigation by the New Hampshire attorney general’s office.
Overall, President Biden’s victory in the New Hampshire primary has positioned him favorably in the ongoing Democratic primary race, showcasing a significant advantage as he seeks re-election in November.