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Enthusiasm Gap

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politics2 years ago

"Trump's Motivational Appeal Surpasses Biden Among Uninspired Voters and Black Americans"

President Joe Biden is facing challenges in connecting with key Democratic voters, particularly Black voters, who are unsure of what he has done for their communities. Polls show that Biden is trailing former President Donald Trump in a hypothetical rematch, and there are concerns about his age and ability to energize the Democratic base. Young voters also show lagging enthusiasm, and there is a mismatch between Biden's economic message and voters' concerns about inflation. Democrats are banking on the threat of a second Trump presidency to motivate their base, but there is a need for Biden to address policy differences and engage with voters on the ground.

politics2 years ago

"Democrat Anxiety Mounts as Grassroots Fundraising Takes a Devastating Blow"

The Democratic Party is experiencing a decline in grassroots engagement and small-dollar donations, raising concerns about Joe Biden's ability to excite the Democratic base and win a second term. Analysis of fundraising through ActBlue, the party's primary donation processor, reveals a drop-off in small-dollar giving compared to the previous election cycle. The lack of enthusiasm among small donors is seen as a warning sign for Democrats, prompting calls for a quick examination of the factors contributing to this enthusiasm gap. The decline in fundraising may force candidates to spend more time fundraising, rely on big donors, or make do with less. The threat of Donald Trump, once a major driver of Democratic fundraising, appears to be less motivating for donors.