Mayor Woodfin on Biden: ‘It is time to stand by him and support his agenda’

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July 12, 2024

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said he’s going to continue to support President Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee despite concerns by some in his party about the president’s age and fitness for office.

Woodfin joined 200 Democratic mayors from across the country Tuesday night in a call with the president.

“We’re going to make sure that we focus on the things that affect people in my city in Wilmington, Delaware, my hometown, as well as yours,” Biden said on the call.

Some Democratic politicians have come out in recent days calling publicly for Biden to withdraw from the presidential race because of his poor performance during the last debate.

"Do you believe Biden is staying in the race because he doesn't think anyone else can win?"

"God, I hope not. That is irresponsible as can be."

Fmr Congressman Tim Ryan tells @Boris_Sanchez Democrats need a "fierce campaigner" like VP Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket. pic.twitter.com/6IQyF0im0o

— CNN News Central (@NewsCentralCNN) July 11, 2024

Woodfin released a statement after the call to reaffirm his support for Biden on the ticket.

“I participated in the president’s call this week with mayors,” Woodfin said. “He was steadfast in his commitment to lead our nation for the next four years. The people selected President Biden as our nominee, not politicos and mega donors. It is time to stand by him and support his agenda to grow our middle class, make healthcare more accessible and affordable, and revitalize our cities.”

Other Democratic mayors on the call also showed their support, including Mayor Andre Dickens of Atlanta.

I just got off the @DemMayors call with The President. He is locked in and determined to beat Donald Trump, build on his outstanding record of job creation, rebuilding our infrastructure, reducing prescription drug prices, and protecting women's rights.

— Andre Dickens (@andreforatlanta) July 10, 2024

Yaffee is a contributing writer to Yellowhammer News and hosts “The Yaffee Program” weekdays 9-11 a.m. on WVNN. You can follow him on X @Yaffee

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