Lately, there’s been quite a buzz as more and more well-known celebrities are stepping forward to suggest that President Biden should not run for a second term.
Concerns are mounting about his ability to serve effectively and, more importantly, to defeat Donald Trump in the upcoming election, especially after a particularly rough debate performance.
One of the most surprising voices in this chorus is lifelong Democrat George Clooney. In a striking op-ed published in the New York Times, Clooney expressed his admiration for Biden but stressed the need for a new nominee.
This comes just weeks after Clooney headlined a fundraiser for Biden, where he was seen standing proudly beside the President.
Clooney’s close encounter with Biden has made his critique particularly significant.
Filmmaker Rob Reiner is another notable figure calling for Biden to step down.
Reiner, known for his Oscar-nominated work, didn’t hold back in his message.
On social media, he emphasized the urgent need to prevent a Trump victory and praised Biden’s service, but firmly stated it’s time for him to step aside. Reiner echoed Clooney’s sentiments, calling for younger leadership to defend democracy.
Actor John Cusack has also voiced his concerns, particularly critical of Biden’s handling of specific issues.
Cusack supported Reiner’s call for Biden to step down, highlighting the urgency and aligning himself with Reiner’s strong stance.
Actress and activist Mia Farrow kept her message concise but powerful.
She called for Biden to “pass the torch” and warned of severe political consequences if he doesn’t.
While she assured she would still vote for him if necessary, Farrow made it clear she believes a new candidate is essential to prevent a Trump win.
Renowned author Stephen King joined the conversation, suggesting it’s time for Biden to announce he won’t run for re-election.
King praised Biden’s presidency but argued that stepping down would be an act of love for the country.
Documentary filmmaker Michael Moore used his platform to urge Biden to exit the race.
While Moore has been critical of some of Biden’s policies, he praised his overall record and suggested that stepping aside could pave the way for the first female president, specifically mentioning Vice President Kamala Harris.
Stephen Colbert’s Late Night Insight
Late night host Stephen Colbert, who recently moderated a conversation with Biden and other former presidents, suggested Biden should step down in his show’s monologue.
Colbert praised Biden’s capability for self-sacrifice and encouraged him to consider passing the leadership to a younger generation for the greater good.
Jon Stewart’s Critical Question
Comedian Jon Stewart didn’t explicitly call for Biden to step down but was critical of the Democrats’ resistance to the idea.
Stewart questioned why Biden’s candidacy couldn’t be reevaluated, arguing that the four months until the election is plenty of time to consider other options.
In summary, a growing number of celebrities are voicing their concerns and calling for new leadership within the Democratic Party.
Whether or not these endorsements will impact Biden’s decision remains to be seen, but the conversation is certainly gaining momentum.
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