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Happy Hoosier

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8. I think Biden decided to withdraw when he was diagnosed with COVID

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Tue Jul 23, 2024, 01:47 PM

Jul 2024

But as usual, he made sure his shit was together before making an announcment. He coordinated with party leaders and most critically Harris. he wanted to ensure Kamala was as well-positioned for success as possible. He was the consumate professional, even when planning his graceful exit.

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Here's my take on Biden dropping out - flame away... [View all] Probatim Jul 2024 OP

No. I think Biden seriously considered seeing this through to November. no_hypocrisy Jul 2024 #1

This message was self-deleted by its author dweller Jul 2024 #4

I agree PatSeg Jul 2024 #5

Im not worried about our side, Im worried about their side. CentralMass Jul 2024 #2

Joe IS the best president. Not WAS. Wicked Blue Jul 2024 #3

It seems like he was open to it as of at least a week before democrattotheend Jul 2024 #6

Supposedly there was some pretty disastrous inside polling given to Joe over the weekend. mackdaddy Jul 2024 #7

I think Biden decided to withdraw when he was diagnosed with COVID Happy Hoosier Jul 2024 #8

i think he was waiting for the post convention polls. mopinko Jul 2024 #9