'Playing political game': Internet divided as Barack Obama refers to Joe Biden's CNN debate as 'bad nights', urges people to vote for him

WASHINGTON, DC: Former President Barack Obama urged voters on Friday, June 28, to support President Joe Biden in the upcoming election despite his poor CNN debate against former President Donald Trump.

Obama reminded voters that everyone has bad debate nights and noted that election was still important to chose between right and wrong.

Barack Obama refers to Joe Biden as 'someone who tells the truth'

“Bad debate nights happen. Trust me, I know,” Obama posted on X.

“But this election is still a choice between someone who has fought for ordinary folks his entire life and someone who only cares about himself. Between someone who tells the truth; who knows right from wrong and will give it to the American people straight — and someone who lies through his teeth for his own benefit," he added in the post.

“Last night didn’t change that, and it’s why so much is at stake in November,” Obama continued, linking to Biden’s campaign website.

Obama's support emerged amid reports that Democrats were alarmed by Biden's performance during Thursday night's CNN-hosted debate against former President Trump.

Former Barack Obama aides sound alarm over Joe Biden's debate

Obama's performance in the first debate of the 2012 cycle versus Mitt Romney, the Republican contender at the time, drew much criticism. The former president then went on to win the election.

On Friday, June 28, representatives of the Biden campaign and the White House attempted to dispel any rumors that the president would withdraw or stop running.

Biden's performance alarmed a number of Democrats, including former Obama White House staffers, The Hill reported. 

“Obviously that debate was a f---ing disaster,” former Obama administration speechwriter and 'Pod Save America' co-host Jon Favreau posted on Friday morning, June 28, on X. “We have to beat Donald Trump. We have to have a nominee who can do that,” Favreau added.

Internet reacts to Barack Obama's comments on Joe Biden's debate

The internet erupted with mixed reactions to Obama’s comments. “Why won't you run, Mr. President? If the 22nd Amendment restricts this country from getting better men elected, then changing it should be on the table,” wrote one user. 

“It’s a choice between keeping our Democracy or having Dictator Trump rule over the country for the next 8-10 years,” wrote another. “Trump is winning. Biden is finished,” commented another user.

“One rough night doesn’t erase a lifetime of integrity and service,” wrote another user.

“Exactly! I’m an Independent voting for Joe Biden and one debate isn’t going to change my support. I’ve seen what he’s capable of and the results he’s delivered. I will not waiver from fighting for what’s at stake!” wrote one.

“Can you just run for president?” asked one user. “Even Barack says Joe sucked,” wrote one more

One accused Obama of endorsing Trump for tweeting against Biden, “A bit surprised to see you endorsing Trump,” a user replied to it saying, “He didn’t endorse. Just playing the political game.”

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