Following the inaugural presidential debate of 2024, many voters across the country expressed disappointment Biden's performance, arguing that he is no longer fit to serve as president. According to a poll taken in July, over half of Americans thought Biden should step aside and allow another Democrat to run for president. Among those who thought he should step down, almost two-thirds cited concerns surrounding his age, health, or cognitive function.
Which of the following is the biggest reason why you think Joe Biden should step aside as the Democratic nominee and allow another Democrat to run?
Characteristic
Share of respondents
Concerns about his age, health, or cognitive function
74%
Concerns about his chances of winning against Donald Trump
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YouGov. (July 9, 2024). Which of the following is the biggest reason why you think Joe Biden should step aside as the Democratic nominee and allow another Democrat to run?
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Which of the following is the biggest reason why you think Joe Biden should step aside as the Democratic nominee and allow another Democrat to run?
[Graph], YouGov, July 9, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://www.statista.com/statistics/1479884/top-reasons-wanting-biden-step-aside-us/
