GOP strategist thinks Harris’ increasing popularity due to Democrats feeling relieved that she is replacing Biden.
Vice President Kamala Harris has been gaining momentum in the polls recently, showing promising results against former President Trump. Many believe that this boost could be attributed to Democrats feeling relieved that they are now running a candidate other than President Biden, rather than Harris’ own strength as a candidate.
In a recent Detroit News WDIV-TV survey, Harris was shown to be tied with Trump in Michigan, a state where the former president was leading Biden by 8 points earlier in the year. This shows a significant shift in the political landscape, with Harris now being seen as a viable contender in crucial battleground states.
Furthermore, an ABC News/Ipsos survey indicated that Harris received a nearly 10-point increase in favorability within just one week after Biden formally withdrew from the re-election race. This demonstrates a clear surge in support for Harris’s candidacy following Biden’s exit.
Despite these positive developments for Harris, there are still challenges ahead. Some GOP strategists, like Kochel, believe that her true test will come after the Democratic National Convention in August when she is expected to be officially named as the party’s nominee for the 2024 elections.
While Harris has been praised for her ability to unite the Democratic Party and maintain momentum in the polls, the real verdict on her performance as a candidate will only be clear after the convention. As Kochel pointed out, the coming month will reveal whether Harris’s current success is merely a reflection of the anti-Biden sentiment among Democrats or a genuine indication of her potential as a presidential contender.
As the 2024 election cycle unfolds, all eyes will be on Vice President Kamala Harris and her ability to secure the Democratic nomination and ultimately compete against the formidable Republican opponent. The coming months will undoubtedly be filled with political intrigue, suspense, and the decisive moments that will shape the future of American politics.
