Former President Joe Biden's return to media appearances has sparked frustration among some Democrats who feel it's time for him to step aside. During a recent interview, Biden took responsibility for the party's defeat in the 2024 elections, but this only reinforced calls for him to retreat from the spotlight. Democratic strategists argue Biden's presence is a hindrance to rebuilding the party's image, suggesting younger leaders should take the lead. While some acknowledge Biden's potential value in shaping the narrative, consensus leans towards the necessity of moving beyond his shadow in favor of new voices.
"Every time he appears on a show or says something, it's just another week or a month that we have to defend him and remind everybody that we got beat by Donald Trump, again."
"Every interview that Biden does drags us backwards and reminds people of the older generation of Democrats that got us into this mess when attention is our scarcest resource."
"The party needed to independently set the record on what happened or the record would be set for it. I think this is essential."
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