Biden Seeks to Inspire Key Groups of Voters With Clearer Second-Term Agenda
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Biden lacks a clear second-term agenda to inspire young, Black, Latino, and progressive voters he needs to win reelection. Allies say he needs to lay out plans for 2025 and beyond.
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Polls show Biden trailing Trump and underperforming with key demographics compared to 2020. Voters want bolder action on issues like climate, student debt, Israel-Palestine.
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Progressives advise picking more fights with Republicans to draw contrasts and break through crowded media environment. Drama gets attention.
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While Biden campaign slogan is “finish the job,” specifics are hazy. He has goals but hasn’t fleshed them out enough for voters.
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Allies say Biden needs aspirational 2024 vision to motivate voters. He'll have a chance to lay out plans at State of the Union address.