Call it a political scheme; perhaps a coup is a more apt description. You would think key figures like Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer or House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries would be the ones pulling the strings behind the curtain. However, the mastermind was none other than the 84-year-old former House Speaker, known for her tenacity. As the narrative of this political drama came to light, it became apparent that all paths led back to Pelosi.
In 2018, in the wake of the Democrats’ temporary grasp on power, Pelosi’s daughter revealed her mother’s impending strategy towards then-President Trump. Not intended as an insult, her words were a prophetic testament to Pelosi’s ruthless political play. As fate would have it, both Trump and Biden found out the hard way that Pelosi’s might extends far beyond party lines.
For the past few weeks, Biden has entered the political equivalent of a boxing ring, repeatedly knocked down only to get back up again. Who was the persistent adversary in his corner? Surprisingly, it was Pelosi. Whenever the momentum to oust Biden slowed down, she was there, ruthlessly fuelling the rally cries against him, rallying the troops to rejuvenate the movement.
During an interview on Morning Joe on July 10, Pelosi cryptically commented on Biden, stating that ‘it’s up to the President to decide if he’s going to run,’ further adding ‘we’re all urging him to make his choice.’ Seemingly innocent, these words stimulated rampant speculation, close to causing a frenzy, before being overshadowed by the attempted taking down of former President Trump.
However, ironically, the significantly Californian cohort didn’t let the issue die down. Fellow Californian and adamant Democrat, Adam Schiff rekindled the flames of the movement to oust Biden, actively calling for his resignation recently. Pelosi and Schiff’s display of assertive politics earned them the sobriquet of the ‘California Mafia’ in Democrat conversation circles.
In a seemingly orchestrated move on Friday, there was a surge of public calls for Biden to yield his position. At the same time, four Democratic House Representatives, known for their loyal standing within the Progressive, Black, and Hispanic caucuses, issued a collaborative statement. They represent the demographics where Biden had the most robust support.
On Thursday, the New York Times noted that while other prominent Democrats prefer to maintain their silence about Biden’s future, Pelosi stepped in, using her influence to drop subtle hints about the need for a contingency plan for Biden. Known for his resilience, Biden pledged not to be swayed.
In multiple TV appearances since the debate, Biden confirmed that he didn’t plan on leaving. His stubborn stance was summed up when he declared, ‘If the Lord Almighty came down and said, ‘Joe, get out of the race,’ I’d get out of the race. The Lord Almighty’s not coming down.’ Unfortunately for him, Nancy Pelosi, evidently no less formidable, was.
It’s no secret that Pelosi has enjoyed a two-decade-long reign as Leader of the House Democrats. These last three weeks have been a testament to her resilience. Kevin Igoe, a former deputy chief of staff of the Republican National Committee, stated that Pelosi is the metaphorical ‘muscle,’ doing the dirty work Democrats lack the courage for.
During her tenure as Speaker, Pelosi exerted authoritarian control over the House, backed by her reputation of almost never losing a floor vote. Staring at the possibility of Trump’s landslide victory, potentially decimating the Democrats’ foothold in both the House and Senate, Pelosi was not ready to accept defeat. She was up for the fight.
Congressman John B. Larson recognized Pelosi’s tactical prowess and fighting spirit recently, expressing, ‘She knows the dance very well.’ Beyond undermining Biden, Pelosi made it clear last week that she was pushing for open nominations in case Biden chose to step down, effectively overruling Vice President Harris’s coronation.
When the story of Biden’s resignation unravels in the annals of history, Pelosi’s puppeteering role will undoubtedly be highlighted. Despite her savage intervention on Morning Joe, Pelosi was rarely visible on the public front. Subtle signs were there, but public appearances were few and far between, perfectly encapsulating her preferred way of functioning.
Susan Page, DC Bureau Chief for The Washington Post, succinctly described Pelosi’s covert operations: ‘She’s not so great with the public stuff… she’s a master of the inside game of politics.’ Jonathan Martin, a political columnist for Politico, recently noted that Pelosi’s covert agenda might not ever be fully disclosed if she has her way.
Her clandestine political operations have not only affected Biden. Trump, too, bore the brunt of Pelosi’s ‘tough love.’ Back in January 2019, she barred him from delivering a State of the Union speech in the House chamber until the government shutdown was resolved. Pelosi even compared Trump’s behavior to a child’s tantrum, hinting at her experience as a mother and grandmother.
The complexity of her stand against Biden required a different approach. Pelosi was dealing with an obstinate, occasionally fiery President who managed to isolate himself along with his wife, son, and close political advisors. Yet, she navigated this intricate political quagmire with undeniable skill, ensuring that the outcome was never in doubt.
Thus, the political chess game continues, and the figurehead faces changes, but the power behind the throne remains unchanged. It is evident that Pelosi’s sway over the Democrats is unchallenged, extending even over sitting presidents. The question that remains now is, what are her intentions, and how will they shape the future of the Democratic party?
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