Caren,

Democrats could use the straws offered by Trump's convictions to shore up their chances of keeping the White House.

To use a sliver of confidence to make a BOLD move. Use the cushion to reach a little higher before it deflates. Alas, this won't come from Biden or the folk immediately around him.

How many thoughtful Americans have said Biden should step aside? James Carvel, David Axelrod, Ezra Klein, Maureen Dowd, David Gerson, David Ignatius, Caren White, Barack Obama, and others.

If dumping Biden requires too much courage, then replace Harris with someone who will work their talented ass off to get old Joe successfully across the finish line. Buttigieg is the obvious choice.

There is little or no downside. As Butch said to Sundance at the cliff's edge,

"Can't Swim?"

"The Fall Will Probably Kill You!."

Alas, we have a president and those around him who are incapable of jumping—even though it may save them.

Best.