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Biden drops out of the 2024 presidential race, leaving the Democratic nomination open (www.cbsnews.com)

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"While it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as president for my term," Mr. Biden posted in a statement on social media.

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[–] Kit@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 4 months ago (3 children)

I'm ready for our first female president!

[–] PowerCrazy@lemmy.ml 1 points 4 months ago

Same. When do you think that will happen and who will it be? I'm thinking 2032, but I can't really think of any up-and-comings right now since the Dems self-immolated their bench making way for Hillary's coronation.

[–] Psionicsickness@reddthat.com 0 points 4 months ago

Lmao. You’re adorable.

[–] Powerbomb@lemmy.ml -2 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Unfortunately, it doesn't look like enough Americans are ready for a black woman as a president for it to happen

[–] Kit@lemmy.blahaj.zone 5 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Source?

[–] Powerbomb@lemmy.ml 1 points 4 months ago

Just a subjective observation

[–] pingveno@lemmy.ml 2 points 4 months ago

She is pretty closely tracking Biden in match ups against Trump, so it is not clear whether voters are really distinguishing her yet.