Staff Reports
Areva Martin, a Kamala Harris delegate, recently appeared on Stephen A. Smith’s podcast, where she made some bold statements about the potential outcome if a white man – other than Joe Biden – were to become the Democratic nominee. She claimed that if a white man is chosen over Harris, black women will walk away from the Democratic Party and effectively blow it up.
Martin emphasized the importance of building consensus within the party and highlighted the lack of such agreement at present. She warned that choosing a white man over Harris would not only result in black women abandoning the party but also in a significant upheaval within the Democratic ranks.
Delegate declares Black women will "blow up" Democrat Party if Biden is replaced with a White man instead of Kamala Harris.
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— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) July 2, 2024
The rift within the party seems to be deepening, with concerns arising over potential nominees like Gov. Josh Shapiro, Gavin Newsom, or Andy Beshear, who may not have the support of those backing Harris. Martin’s comments shed light on the growing tensions and divisions within the Democratic Party as the nomination process unfolds.
CNN Post-debate Poll
Trump 49% (+6)
Biden 43%Trump 47% (+2)
Harris 45%Trump 48% (+5)
Newsom 43%Trump 47% (+4)
Buttigieg 43%Trump 47% (+5)
Whitmer 42% pic.twitter.com/MhkCl5aqvX— Political Polls (@PpollingNumbers) July 2, 2024
Harris, on the other hand, appears to be gaining traction in the polls, with her numbers surpassing previous levels seen during Biden’s presidency. While other potential candidates like Newsom and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer face challenges in national polls against Trump, Harris maintains a closer margin, suggesting a more competitive position in the race.
Ron DeSantis saw this moment coming. Every Dem in the country wants to swap Biden out.
“Yes he’s in decline. Yes it’s a danger to the country. He has no business running for President. Gavin Newsom agrees with that. He won’t say that. That’s why he’s running a shadow campaign.” pic.twitter.com/F1bu9iiOR7
— Dustin Grage (@GrageDustin) June 28, 2024
Newsom’s campaign strategy has raised eyebrows, as he seems to be focusing more on red states like Florida and Texas rather than addressing the issues facing California residents under his leadership. Critics have accused him of neglecting his own state in favor of a broader national platform, potentially complicating the Democratic Party’s path to selecting a nominee.
The possibility of a contested convention looms if Democrats opt to replace Biden with another candidate, adding further uncertainty to an already tumultuous political landscape. Martin’s staunch support for Biden in 2024, coupled with her expectation of Harris as a potential replacement, reflects the complex dynamics at play within the party as it navigates through internal dissent and external challenges.
