US: President Joe Biden to seek re-election, strong contender for Democratic nomination in 2024
In a bold move, US President Joe Biden has formally announced his candidacy for re-election, positioning himself as the strongest candidate to secure the Democratic nomination in the upcoming 2024 primaries. Biden, who framed the race as a fight against Republican extremism during his announcement, seeks to continue his efforts to restore the character of the nation, as he believes there is still a battle for the soul of America.
However, he faces challenges within his own party. Author of self-help books, Marianne Williamson, and Minnesota House Representative, Dean Phillips are set to compete against Biden in the primaries.
Dean Phillips, a third-term congressman, formally launched his presidential campaign in October, filing to run in the New Hampshire Democratic primary. Phillips, who believes it is time for a change, has been vocal about his aspirations to lead the nation towards a secure and more prosperous future.
Marianne Williamson, known for her work as a self-help book writer and spiritual advisor to Oprah Winfrey, is making another attempt at the Democratic nomination after a failed 2020 bid. Motivated by the Democratic Party’s drift and economic injustices suffered by Americans, Williamson is determined to challenge the influence of money from companies in the political system.
Another potential contender, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his anti-vaccine activism, was previously considering a run in the Democratic primary but decided to drop out and run as an independent in November 2023, sparking concerns about potential impacts on votes in the race.
As the stage is set for the 2024 Democratic primaries, all eyes are on these candidates as they gear up for a challenging and historic race. With reporting from CNN’s Veronica Stracqualursi, Shania Shelton, Kevin Liptak, Arlette Saenz, and others, the landscape of the presidential race is taking shape.