'We're not a monarchy': James Carville slammed for calling on Bill Clinton and Obama to help replace Biden

WASHINGTON, DC: Democratic strategist James Carville has called upon former Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama to take active roles in selecting potential replacements for President Joe Biden if he decides not to seek re-election in 2024.

Carville expressed his belief that Biden will eventually yield to mounting pressure from within the Democratic Party and polling data, emphasizing the importance of an early transition, in an op-ed published in The New York Times.

Strategist James Carville calls for open Democratic nomination process

Carville cautioned against an automatic nomination of Vice President Harris or any other prominent Democrat, advocating instead for a transparent process.

He argued that such openness would counteract the political maneuvering anticipated by former President Donald Trump, who Carville suggested is hoping for missteps in the nomination process to bolster his own electoral chances.

"We’ve got to do it out in the open — the exact opposite of what Donald Trump wants us to do," Carville stated.

"For the first time in his life, Mr. Trump is praying. To win the White House and increase his chances of avoiding an orange jumpsuit, he needs Democrats to make the wrong moves in the coming days — namely, to appear to rig the nomination for a fading president or the sitting vice president or some other heir apparent.’"

Despite Biden's public stance against dropping out, Carville referenced calls from several Democratic officials urging him to reconsider following a lackluster debate performance against former President Trump. Building on proposals from Rep. James E Clyburn and columnist Ezra Klein for a "mini primary," Carville proposed a series of town halls across the country to engage with potential candidates.

Carville highlighted Clinton and Obama as pivotal figures capable of leading substantive discussions about the party's future.

"They may not represent every faction under our party’s big tent. But they care as much about our democracy as our nation’s first president, they understand what it takes to be president, and they know how to win," he added.

He envisioned a process where these former presidents would collaborate to select eight top contenders, including Harris, ensuring a robust and inclusive debate. Carville suggested that input from Democratic governors would further democratize the decision-making process.

"Town halls will give Americans a fresh look at Ms. Harris and introduce them to our deep bench of smart, dynamic, tested leaders," he continued.

"In addition, Democratic delegates will get to further grill and stress-test these leaders in public and private meetings before a formal vote of all the delegates at the Democratic convention.’"

Describing the town halls as opportunities for Americans to scrutinize Democratic leaders and for delegates to evaluate candidates thoroughly, Carville expressed confidence in the party's ability to navigate these decisions responsibly.

He concluded by emphasizing the need for a "super democratic process" that contrasts sharply with Trump's expectations, positioning it as crucial for the party's electoral strategy moving forward.

Criticism mounts over proposal to involve Bill Clinton and Barack Obama in nomination process

A social media user tweeted, "Calling on 2 of the worst to help the worst. Typical."

A second said, "Last time I checked James, that responsibility falls in the hands of Democrat primary voters and they made their selection. @JamesCarville."

A third claimed, "We're not a monarchy...James."

"They want 2 of the elite to choose who will be the leader of the free world. Is this the type of "saving democracy" that they're always yelping about?" read a tweet.

"Why hasn’t anyone else thought of this? Clearly it is the next logical step," mocked an individual.

"This has turned into a shit-show world-wide," penned a user.

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