James Carville urges Democratic donors to stick with Biden
Renowned Democratic strategist James Carville has issued a strong call to action for major Democratic donors, urging them to refrain from supporting candidates who endorse Joe Biden’s potential 2024 presidential run. Carville’s plea comes in the wake of mounting pressure on President Biden following a lackluster debate performance against former President Donald Trump.
During a private conference call with dozens of donors, Carville emphasized the desire for change among the electorate, stating, “72% of people want something different. Why not give it to them? They’re just asking for a different choice.” The veteran strategist’s impassioned plea was captured in a recording of the hour-long call, which has since been shared with Semafor.
In a bold declaration, Carville warned donors, “What I would say is, if we don’t do something about this, I’m going to put you on call block on my cell phone.” His sense of urgency and determination to push for change within the Democratic party was palpable throughout the call.
Notably, Carville also touched on the unique timing of the earliest-ever presidential debate, suggesting that it may ultimately work in favor of Democrats. “Maybe we look back on this thing and say, ‘This is the best thing that ever happened to us,'” he remarked. “If this would have happened to us on October fifth, we’d be more than bruised, screwed, and tattooed. Maybe this will set into motion something different.”
Having served as a lead strategist for Bill Clinton’s successful 1992 campaign, Carville is no stranger to the intricacies of presidential politics. On Monday, he implored Democrats to “deliver change” and consider replacing Biden as the party’s presidential candidate. “If it’s too hard for the Democrats to deliver change, then they’re going to hurt themselves bad ― really bad,” he cautioned. “Change is messy. But you have to listen to the vox populi. We want something new. I see staggering talent in the Democratic party.”
Carville’s concerns regarding the potential fallout of a Biden-Trump rematch extend to younger voters, whom he fears may become disenchanted with a political landscape dominated by septuagenarians. “They feel like two 80-year-old guys don’t mean much to ’em, and I am really afraid that we are going to lose a generation of young people,” he shared in a recent interview with WABC Radio’s John Catsimatidis. The prospect of alienating younger voters underscores Carville’s overarching emphasis on the need for change and revitalization within the Democratic party.
As the 2024 presidential race looms on the horizon, Carville’s impassioned plea for a shift in Democratic strategy resonates with donors, strategists, and voters alike. The call for innovation, fresh perspectives, and a departure from the status quo underscores his unwavering commitment to steering the party towards a more responsive and inclusive future.
