With the 2020 presidential race in full swing, the debate over who can defeat President Trump in the election has been a hotly contested topic. Recently, Dean Phillips’ supporters have launched an ad campaign attacking the electability of former Vice President Joe Biden. The ad in question has featured a woman in a diner asking “Why Joe?” and arguing that Biden is an “establishment” candidate who would have a difficult time defeating President Trump.
This ad has raised a lot of eyebrows since Biden has consistently been the front-runner in the 2020 Democratic primary. While the ad is intended to serve as a message of support for Phillips, it has also sparked a debate over the importance of electability.
The ad is an example of how electability—or the ability to win an election—is increasingly becoming a major factor for Democratic voters when choosing a presidential candidate. Over the past few years, the concept of electability has become a focus for both presidential campaigns and the media alike.
This election, electability is seen as a key criterion for many Democrats. Not only do voters want a candidate who reflects their values, they also want a candidate who has a good chance of winning. It remains to be seen whether this ad will convince Democratic primary voters to dismiss Biden as a candidate. For now, the ad serves as a reminder of the role electability will continue to play in the 2020 election.
