Author: Jeffrey Sonnenfeld and Stephen Henriques

The recent debate performance and subsequent missteps by President Biden have sparked discussions within the Democratic Party about the future of their presidential nominee. While some advisors suggest Biden should weather the storm, others advocate for him to step aside and appoint a stronger candidate, with Vice President Kamala Harris emerging as a potential replacement nominee. Influential Democrats believe it would be disrespectful to overlook Harris if Biden withdraws, citing her experience and loyalty in various political roles. However, history shows that the vice president’s path to the presidency is not guaranteed. While Harris may be a promising candidate, other…