 Then Jess in Wiley, Texas points out, you're dumb and not paying attention. The New York Times finally articulated the problem with Biden. I've been wondering why he's so unpopular and why I don't like him. Finally, the question is answered. Quote from the New York Times. The polls suggest that Biden's weakness is concentrated among the less engaged, less educated segment of the electorate, including many young black and Hispanic voters who traditionally vote for Democratic candidates.