Today, Joe Biden is set to visit Atlanta for a campaign event ahead of his upcoming commencement speech at Morehouse College. This visit comes amidst a narrowing lead among black voters compared to former President Trump. The White House has confirmed that President Biden has been diligently preparing his speech for the college graduation ceremony. However, there seems to be a mixed reaction among students at Morehouse College regarding the president's visit. While some students express their excitement and honor at having the president speak at their commencement, others are contemplating the idea of turning their backs on him during his address.
Despite the divided opinions on campus, the White House remains confident that President Biden will strike the right chord with his speech. Nevertheless, there was a moment of forgetfulness when the president mistakenly referred to Morehouse College as 'that other place' during a recent statement. This slip-up aside, President Biden's speech at Morehouse College is a strategic move to bolster his support among black voters, especially as recent polls indicate a 72% approval rating among this demographic.
Conversely, former President Trump has seen a slight increase in support among black voters, rising from 14% to 23% since October 2020. Some black voters have expressed their concerns about President Biden's policies, with one individual citing disappointment over his stance on Palestine. Others have highlighted economic factors, noting a perceived decline in financial stability since Biden took office.
President Biden has been actively drawing distinctions between his administration and that of his predecessor, particularly emphasizing Trump's controversial statements and actions. As part of his efforts to engage with key battleground states, President Biden is scheduled to travel to Michigan following his speech at Morehouse College.
