"Key Biden Ally Warns of Online Challenges and Democratic Base Expectations"

U.S. Representative Jim Clyburn, a key figure in President Joe Biden's 2020 win, believes that Biden's reelection bid cannot rely on traditional ad buys or social media sound bites to combat the overwhelming online presence of pro-Trump memes and disinformation. Clyburn emphasizes the need for a historic ground game and "hand-to-hand combat" to counter the "MAGA wall" being built online. He urges Biden's campaign to focus on enlisting voices and validators to energize voters and combat disinformation, expressing concerns about Biden's communication skills and charisma. Clyburn's call for an unprecedented ground game reflects broader concerns over Biden's ability to sell his accomplishments and the economy, prompting the campaign to ramp up efforts and take a more offensive posture against Trump.