Joe Biden drops out of the 2024 presidential race

by Christopher D’Allen, Editor-in-Chief

July 21, 2024

After facing intense backlash, a poor debate performance, and worsening poll numbers, Joe Biden has announced that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. As the first incumbent president to drop out of a race since Lyndon B. Johnson, the Democratic party now has to make a drastic change in their election strategy if they hope to retain any power.

Read the president’s announcement to withdraw from the election that he shared on Twitter:

Biden’s letter announcing his departure from office.

About the Contributor

Christopher D’Allen, Editor-in-Chief

My name is Christopher D'Allen and I am the Editor-in-Chief for the MATC Times, a student run paper dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in scholastic journalism. The MATC Times stands as the voice of our students and a bastion of free speech for the communiy we represent. I joined the staff in my first semester at MATC and obtained my current position at the start of Summer '23. Here I am a photography student and hold a BA in Political Science and Spanish & Latin American Studies with a minor in Democracy and Justice Studies. I have worked an Administrative Assistant, World Language Instructor, a Head Lifeguard and Resident Assistant, but have found that my passion lies in the arts. As a photographer, I challenge myself daily to find a new perspective, capture a fleeting scene and turn moments into memories. As we work to relaunch the MATC Times website and grow our staff, I want to make joining our team as positive a learning experience and beneficial a work experience as possible. I strongly believe in the power of collaboration and inclusivity. As an Editor, I actively encourage diverse perspectives. Each student's unique viewpoint enriches our storytelling and fosters a sense of unity within our community. I aim to bridge the gap between words and images, revealing the untold stories that shape our community.