Former President Donald Trump accepting President Joe Biden’s early debate proposal is examined as a potential campaign blunder. If Trump had declined, the Democratic National Convention may have nominated Joe Biden instead of Kamala Harris. This alternate convention would have focused on portraying Biden as vigorous and energetic, with an emphasis on his threat as compared to Trump’s aging image. The convention would have lacked hope and joy, with a focus on democracy and reproductive rights.
Additionally, more Democratic candidates in tough re-election fights may have skipped the convention if Biden led the party. The convention would have also served as the unofficial start of the 2028 Democratic primaries, with potential candidates like Josh Shapiro and Gretchen Whitmer making appearances.
The discussion also touches on the potential expansion of the battleground map during the conventions, with Democrats considering investing in traditionally Republican-leaning states like Florida and Ohio. While victories in these states may not be likely, the goal is to force the Trump campaign to divert resources and possibly impact the state’s Senate races and access to abortion. Despite the uncertainty, the Harris campaign’s significant fundraising may allow for experimentation in these states. Overall, while the primary focus of the conventions remains on the current nominees, potential future scenarios and strategic moves by both parties are being monitored closely.
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