Quoted: For University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Elections Research Center director, Barry Burden, Democrats are in trouble if 2022 remains a referendum on Joe Biden.
“If Trump enters the race, then 2022 could transform into a contest between Joe Biden and Trump, which could help soften the blow for Democrats,” Burden said. “Trump is also likely to derail attention, campaign dollars, and the agenda from his fellow Republicans.”
“At the same time, Trump will energize some supporters who would otherwise sit out the midterm election, particularly those with lower levels of education tend to vote less in nonpresidential election years,” Burden countered.