“Let’s Finish the Job,” Biden Seeking A Second Term In Office

On April 25, 2023, President Joe Biden officially announced his candidacy for re-election, with Vice President Kamala Harris as his running mate. There were doubts that Biden would seek another term and rumours of a potential change in a running mate, but those were put to rest as the president made his announcement to a cheering crowd.

Harris’s position on the ticket was never questioned, especially among African Americans and Black women who came out in droves to support Biden during the 2020 election. Their efforts were instrumental in securing Biden’s victory, and any talk of replacing Harris would have been disastrous for his campaign.

Biden is running under the slogan “Let’s Finish the Job,” highlighting his accomplishments during his first two years in office and his plans for the future. Let’s take a closer look at some of his notable achievements:

COVID-19 Response: Biden’s administration made significant strides in combating the COVID-19 pandemic. Within his first 100 days, he reached his goal of administering 200 million vaccine doses and pushed for more Americans to get vaccinated. He implemented consistent COVID-19 measures and messaging and increased testing and tracing efforts.

Economy: Biden’s American Rescue Plan provided much-needed relief to American families and businesses struggling during the pandemic. The plan included direct payments to individuals, extended unemployment benefits, and funding for small businesses. He also signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, creating millions of jobs and improving the country’s infrastructure.

Climate Change: Biden’s administration has prioritized climate change, rejoining the Paris Climate Agreement and implementing policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. He has also pledged to transition the country to clean energy, with a goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Foreign Policy: Biden has taken a diplomatic approach to foreign policy, working to restore America’s relationships with its allies. He has also taken a tough stance on Russia, imposing sanctions and other measures to hold Putin accountable for his actions in the illegal invasion of Ukraine.

As Biden seeks another term, there is already speculation about potential challengers for the Democratic nomination. Here are a few names that have been mentioned:

Ron DeSantis – Republican The Florida governor has gained national attention for his mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and his staunchly conservative views. He has opposed vaccine and mask mandates and, signed controversial legislation on voting rights, gun control, abortion, LGBTQ and has picked a fight with Disney. DeSantis has been mentioned as a potential frontrunner for the Republican nomination.

Tim Scott – Republican The South Carolina senator gained national attention after delivering the Republican response to President Biden’s address to Congress in 2021. He is the only Black Republican senator and has been vocal on issues such as police reform and economic opportunity. Scott has been mentioned as a potential candidate to unite the party’s conservative and moderate wings.

Donal Trump – The former president has war chess on hand from drifting Americans of hundreds of millions of dollars. Trump was the first candidate to signal his intent to run for president but may not get the chance with the multiple serious court cases ahead of him. He has vowed if convicted, he will not abandon his campaign, but the Republican party may have other ideas.

Overall, Biden’s decision to seek reelection with Harris as his running mate is a strong statement of unity for the Democrats. Significant accomplishments have marked his first two years in office, and he has laid out a clear vision for the future. As the campaign heats up, it will be interesting to see how the Democratic field takes shape and who else will emerge as a challenger to the incumbent president.