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There is an ongoing debate about leadership and candidate authenticity. Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, made headlines with interviews suggesting internal dissatisfaction and questions about whether Democrats prioritize the right issues. She notably invoked her identity as a Black queer woman, which some critics say distracts from policy substance and reflects the party’s reliance on identity politics. Conversely, some experts question whether Biden's age and decision-making capacity will hold in the 2024 election, igniting speculation about potential primary challenges from moderates like Rahm Emanuel or others.