Concerns about President Biden's age affecting his re-election bid
A new poll by The New York Times and Siena College shows that a majority of voters who supported President Biden in 2020 now believe he is too old to effectively lead the country, with concerns about his age cutting across various demographics. The poll indicates a growing unease as Biden moves towards his re-election bid, with comparisons to his opponent, Donald Trump, who is only four years younger. Some voters express worries about Biden's mental acuity and physical health, while others believe he has the temperament to be president. Despite concerns, Democrats appear to be slowly unifying behind Biden's bid.
Key Points
- Majority of Biden's 2020 voters now believe he is too old to be effective
- Comparisons between Biden and Trump's age and capabilities
- Growing unease about Biden's age and ability to handle the presidency
Pros
- Democrats are slowly unifying behind Biden's bid
- Biden is generally viewed more positively than Trump by voters
Cons
- A majority of Biden's 2020 voters now believe he is too old to be effective
- Worries about Biden's age and mental acuity are growing