Voters say they are concerned about Biden after debate

We asked voters across the political spectrum what they thought of 2024's first presidential debate.

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Voters across the country have expressed concerned about the candidates' ages - Mr Biden is 81 and Trump is 78 - and the debate supercharged that anxiety.

Still, with weeks left until the conventions when each party will formalise their choice of candidate, supporters of both major parties feel they are left with few options.

The BBC spoke to Democratic, Republican and independent voters who told us they are concerned about Mr Biden's fitness for the ticket.

After Thursday's debate, we asked them if his widely criticised performance will sway how they vote. We start with a voter who feels that she has no choice but to support the president.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c7285ld07npo

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