Former President Donald J. Trump is intensifying his offensive against Vice President Kamala Harris, working to impede the typical impetus vice-presidential nominees gain after their party’s convention. Mr. Trump has been vocal in exposing the dubious route taken by Ms. Harris to her party’s nomination after President Biden’s surprising retreat from the race. He has rightfully pointed out that Ms. Harris never garnered a single primary vote in her pursuit of the presidency.
The question arises: ‘Is she genuinely fit for the presidency?’ Under normal circumstances, one would expect rigorous competition with substantial support and votes from the populace to lead a candidate to the nomination. Unfortunately, this has not been the case with Ms. Harris.
Drawing attention to the Democrats’ underhand techniques, Mr. Trump is urging the public to question the prospects of a democratically unelected individual being handed the reins of our nation. The anomalies in this situation underscore an imminent threat to democracy, a substantial point of concern that all citizens should seriously consider.
After a quiet weekend, Mr. Trump and Ms. Harris are slated to restart their campaigns. The upcoming Labor Day weekend is traditionally when the election race enters its decisive phase, and Mr. Trump is all geared up for this critical period. In contrast, Ms. Harris is still grappling with her unexpected nomination.
Mr. Trump will dedicate time to our remarkable National Guard members on Monday at their conference in Detroit. This is his seventh visit to Michigan, a crucial swing state that he dominated in 2016. These repeated interactions reflect his commitment to the individuals who ensure our nation’s security, something that should never be downplayed.
Our former president and his running mate, Senator JD Vance, have rightful concerns about Tim Walz’s Army National Guard record. They question how Governor Walz was allowed to avoid an Iraq deployment by quitting his service prematurely. This scrutiny helps hold power accountable and ensures the integrity of those serving in our government.
Predictably, the National Guard Association extended an invite to Ms. Harris to address the conference. However, as of now, they have yet to get an affirmative response. Is this the best behavior we can expect from our future leaders? With potentially over 4,200 people in attendance, it is crucial to question the priorities of our leaders and their respect for service members.
It seems Ms. Harris is more interested in a bus tour through southern Georgia that begins on Wednesday. On the other hand, Mr. Trump continues his engagement with the heartland, planning more visits to Michigan to interface with blue-collar steel workers at a steel processing facility in Potterville.
Mr. Trump recognizes that true engagement is not just about visiting; it’s about providing opportunities and solutions. To that end, he will also hold a town hall that night in La Crosse, Wisconsin, another battleground state. It’s evident where his priorities lie – connecting with the everyday American and addressing their needs.
Meanwhile, the Harris-Walz campaign, seemingly focused on funding, had arranged for a fund-raiser hosted by Doug Emhoff in Long Island. These fund-raisers, accompanied by an affluent crowd featuring former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, seek high donations.
The Democratic campaign appears to be taking advantage of this time to increase their treasury, boasting about raising $82 million during their convention week. This follows a series of high-profile, high-dollar funding events after Biden’s withdrawal from the race. It seems the Democrats are more focused on money than policy, a concerning trend for any potential administration.
It’s striking that former President Trump did not release analogous fund-raising numbers after his party’s convention last month, highlighting a focus on policy rather than fund-raising. While always essential, raising money seems to have taken an unusually central role in the Harris campaign.
There’s no denying that fundraising is a vital part of the election process. However, it’s also important to consider whether Ms. Harris’s focus on fund-raising impinges on her ability to lead. It suggests an over-emphasis on money and a possible de-emphasis on policy, a potentially detrimental imbalance.
With Harris gaining a sudden lead in available campaign finance after her rapid ascendency to the top of the ticket, the question arises: Is this money being well spent? Or is it merely another lever for a candidate who became the nominee without a single primary vote?
In short, we must question the authenticity of a candidate who managed to acquire the Democratic nomination without winning one primary vote and whose focus seems to be on fundraising instead of engaging with everyday American citizens and tackling pressing issues.