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Former Press Secretary: Democrats Betrayed Biden and Harris

10/29/2025

Summary

Story summary

Karine Jean-Pierre, the former White House press secretary, asserts in her memoir "Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines" that the Democratic Party betrayed President Joe Biden by failing to support him through crises.
She argues the Democratic Party could not effectively communicate the Biden/Harris administration's successes.
She expresses disappointment over the lack of support for Kamala Harris, despite doubts about Harris's electability.

History

Historical Context

In 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson withdrew from the presidential race after facing significant opposition within the Democratic Party, particularly from anti-war factions led by Senators Eugene McCarthy and Robert F. Kennedy. The Democratic National Convention later revealed deep divisions, with only 36% of delegates supporting Johnson's policies. This historical context parallels current challenges faced by the Democratic Party, as highlighted in Karine Jean-Pierre's memoir.

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Story summary

Karine Jean-Pierre, the former White House press secretary, asserts in her memoir "Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines" that the Democratic Party betrayed President Joe Biden by failing to support him through crises.
She argues the Democratic Party could not effectively communicate the Biden/Harris administration's successes.
She expresses disappointment over the lack of support for Kamala Harris, despite doubts about Harris's electability.

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