The case for Kamala

This memo is written with the premise that the number one most important priority above all others is defeating Donald Trump. There is nothing—nothing—more important. And we need to be very real that we are currently losing. The debate was President Biden’s chance to disrupt the narrative that he’s too old and reset the terms of the race. This failed miserably. It validated years of rightwing attacks on Biden and made clear he is incapable of prosecuting the case. His debate performance, the campaign’s defensive response, and the total lack of plan to reassure his base and the voters about his capability should shake everyone’s confidence that he can win this election. Failure will have devastating results for our democracy. We now have three possible options: President Biden can take the necessary steps to demonstrate that he’s up to the job, he can step aside for another candidate, or Trump will win. The popular discourse is not a realistic reflection of our options. The discourse ab

The case for Kamala Unburdened by What Has Been: The Case for Kamala We have one goal: defeat Trump. Like it or not, we have one realistic path: Kamala. July 3, 2024 Summary Why this Memo? We are currently losing. We need to do something different to win. The popular discourse is not a realistic reflection of our options. We need a clear-eyed analysis of what is possible. Like it or not, there’s one realistic path out of this mess: Kamala. If Biden Steps Back, Kamala is the Only Realistic Option As Biden’s twice-designated successor, Kamala is the only candidate who could be anointed before th