US President Joe Biden has assured his party’s donors that he can still win the presidential election against Donald Trump in November, despite his poor debate performance that has triggered concerns about his fitness for the job.
Speaking at one of several fundraisers he attended on Saturday in New York and New Jersey, Mr. Biden admitted, “I didn’t have a great night, but neither did Trump” on Thursday. I promise you we’re going to win this election.”
The 81-year-old acknowledged the concerns surrounding his debate performance but promised to dig deeper to clinch victory in November. Despite the several criticisms, the Biden campaign insists that he will not step aside for another nominee. Campaign chairwoman Jennifer O’Malley Dillon stated, “It will not be the first time that overblown media narratives have driven temporary dips in the polls.”
Former President Obama also stepped in for his close friend Mr. Biden, saying, “Bad debate nights happen. This election is still a choice between someone who fought for ordinary folks his entire life and someone who only cares about himself.”
A post-debate poll by liberal pollster Data for Progress found that 62% of likely voters who watched or read about the debate believed Trump won, while only 30% said Mr Biden won.
