As the presidential race reaches its pinnacle, Kamala Harris’ campaign is desperately trying to resuscitate what appears to be a dwindling Democratic prospect. With the clock ticking down to exactly 100 days until the voters hit their booths, democrats cling to a desperate hope that Harris’ presence will spark some life into their uninspiring campaign, while Republicans maintain poised momentum.
Meanwhile, our indefatigable former President Donald Trump captivatingly took on fresh angles at numerous events recently. This dynamism in strategy emerged barely a week after President Joe Biden tucked tail and abandoned his re-election dream. In the backdrop of this abrupt surrender, Harris’ campaign reported an influx of purported volunteers, grandly claiming it to be over 170,000 individuals, and a supposed fundraising feat of $200 million.
Pittsfield, Massachusetts teemed with fundraising activity on Saturday for Harris allegedly amassing over $1.4 million, beating their initial target set before Biden’s mysterious exit by a cool million. Could this be a desperate attempt to cement her position after taking upon the Democratic mantle? Do these figures truly indicate success, or desperate Democratic duplicity in trying to mask a flailing campaign?
Claiming to champion diverse factions of the Democratic electorate the Biden administration appeared to be losing the trust of, including ethnic minority groups and younger voters, Harris is engaged in a fervent campaign of promises. Yet one must ask, are these promises to be believed or merely another clutch at receding power, ‘We intend to earn your vote,’ Harris asserted to the young attendees through a video message at the Voters of Tomorrow Summit held in Atlanta, Georgia.
However, some early poll indicators might suggest that Harris’ playbook could be gaining some traction, with a hopeful glimmer in five contested states as per an Emerson College/The Hill poll. However, the ever-solid Trump base still holds the upper hand in most of them. ‘Harris seems to be regaining some Democrat votes for the presidential ticket after the debate debacle on June 27,’ stated Spencer Kimball, the executive director at Emerson College Polling.
Interestingly, the younger demographic seems to be slowly shifting towards Harris with a marginal increase in support compared to Biden, but these are early figures that could go either way. Based on this month’s premature polling, Harris achieved a 16 point lead in Arizona and smaller leads in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Georgia. However, is this Harris finding her footing, or the hesitant choosing of the less unfavorable option?
A poll from Fox News recently released showed that the race between Harris and Trump in the crucial swing states of Pennsylvania and Michigan is too close to call, with Wisconsin seeing Trump retain the advantage. How far this scenario holds true remains to be seen. ‘What Harris has done is reintroduce into competition areas that were previously considered Democratic territories,’ commented Peter Loge, the director at George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs.
Former President Trump, despite the heated competition, managed to maintain a relaxed engagement with the public, as seen in his appearance at a Bitcoin conference in Nashville, Tennessee, and a campaign rally in St. Cloud, Minnesota. His winning attacks against Harris clearly highlighted fundamental differences between their political spectrums, pointing her out as an ‘extreme radical liberal’ with significant doubts over her capability.
He emphasized the dire consequences of a potential Biden-Harris administration, specifically pointing to their dismal records on border control and inflation. ‘With ‘Border Czar Harris’ in play, millions of immigrants are uncontrolled,’ Trump stated in Minnesota. True to his commitment to safeguard the American dream from dubious Democratic policies, Trump’s take rang truly for many.
The efforts of Team Trump have been seen in the media landscape as well, with his allies investing 25 times more in TV and radio advertisements than Harris and her supporters, according to The Associated Press. This shows a confident Republican front compared to what seems like yet another anemic Democratic push.
It is vital to remark that in response to her tough campaign environment, Harris has attempted to market herself as a bastion of ‘democratic freedom’. From exported reproductive rights to alleged protection against ‘gun violence’, one needs to question whether these are pure propaganda tactics to divert attention from real issues.
With the national Democratic Party beginning their online voting process this week to nominate their ticket, Harris might soon officially don the nominee crown, with predictions of a running mate selection following soon after. However, amidst all these hasty developments, one wonders if the desperate re-painting of the Democratic front is convincing enough to veil the cracks the party’s structure has recently revealed.
In turn, the Trump camp continues to shine a light on these cracks, unabashedly calling out the incompetence and radicalism in the Democrat side. While the Democrats scramble, former President Trump along with his unwavering support stands tall, a beacon of hope in maintaining the great American spirit, irrespective of attempts to ridicule him.