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Majority of Voters Believe President Biden ‘Too Old’ for Re-election, New Poll Reveals

ByAlki David

Sep 7, 2023

In the ever-shifting landscape of American politics, age is emerging as a contentious topic. A recent survey, as reported by The Wall Street Journal, has unearthed a striking sentiment among voters: a resounding 73% believe that President Joe Biden, currently 80 years old, is simply too old to embark on another presidential campaign.

The findings of this survey cast a spotlight on a growing concern within the electorate, transcending party lines. While it might be expected that this sentiment could be predominantly held by one political party, the numbers tell a different story. A surprising two-thirds of Democrats share this perspective, echoing the sentiments of a recent Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll.

The question that looms large is: Why do such a significant number of voters, including those from Biden’s own party, harbor concerns about his age? Some argue that the rigors of the presidency are strenuous, and the demanding role of the Commander-in-Chief could be exacerbated by age-related factors.

Critics have cited instances of gaffes and slips in Biden’s speeches, further fueling concerns about his ability to perform at the highest level. The presidency demands sharpness, clarity, and vigor, attributes that some believe might wane with age.

Supporters, on the other hand, contend that Biden’s extensive experience and wisdom can counterbalance any age-related shortcomings. They argue that his long career in politics has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead the nation effectively.

As the nation grapples with this intriguing discourse, the 2024 presidential election remains an intriguing and pivotal moment on the horizon. Will President Biden heed the concerns of a significant portion of the electorate, or will he defy the odds and pursue a second term?

In a democracy as robust as America’s, where the voice of the people carries immense weight, this sentiment cannot be overlooked. Regardless of one’s stance, it is evident that the age of a presidential candidate has become an important factor in the eyes of the electorate.

As the 2024 election season approaches, it remains to be seen how this sentiment will shape the political landscape. The American people, as always, will have the final say in the ballot box.

By Alki David

Alki David — Publisher, Media Architect, SIN Network Creator - live, direct-to-public communication, media infrastructure, accountability journalism, and independent distribution. Born in Lagos, Nigeria; educated in the United Kingdom and Switzerland; attended the Royal College of Art. Early internet broadcaster — participated in real-time public coverage during the 1997 Mars landing era using experimental online transmission from Beverly Hills. Founder of FilmOn, one of the earliest global internet television networks offering live and on-demand broadcasting outside legacy gatekeepers. Publisher of SHOCKYA — reporting since 2010 on systemic corruption inside the entertainment business and its expansion into law, finance, and regulation. Creator of the SIN Network (ShockYA Integrated Network), a federated media and civic-information infrastructure spanning investigative journalism, live TV, documentary, and court-record reporting. Lived and worked for over 40 years inside global media hubs including Malibu, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong and Gstaad. Early encounter with Julian Assange during the first Hologram USA operations proved a formative turning point — exposing the realities of lawfare, information suppression, and concentrated media power. Principal complainant and driving force behind what court filings describe as the largest consolidated media–legal accountability action on record, now before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Relocated to Antigua & Barbuda and entered sustained legal, civic, and informational confrontation over media power, safeguarding, and accountability at Commonwealth scale.