In the lead-up to the US presidential election, Kamala Harris finds herself in a closely contested battle against Donald Trump. Despite initial enthusiasm for her candidacy, many Democrats now fear a potential decline in support that could aid Trump's path to victory. In key battleground states, the polls show Harris and Trump neck and neck, with differences often falling within the margin of error.
During a CNN session with undecided voters, Harris focused on portraying Trump as "unstable" and "unfit," yet she was notably reticent about detailing her political agenda. This lack of clarity has left some voters questioning her vision and priorities. Topics such as inflation, migration, and foreign policy were addressed, but her responses often avoided direct answers, leaning instead on broad proposals and critiques of Trump's record.
In Pennsylvania, a pivotal state in the election, Harris emphasized issues like abortion rights, employment, and infrastructure, while proposing a ban on price speculation to tackle high living costs. However, her stance on migration, particularly at the US-Mexico border, remained guarded. She pledged to enhance border security but sidestepped questions about past proposals to decriminalize illegal crossings.
Harris's campaign has tried to bridge divides by appealing to a wide range of voters, even extending an olive branch to some Republicans. Yet, her popularity, akin to Trump's, remains among the lowest for presidential candidates in recent decades, according to Gallup polls. As the election approaches, Harris's ability to clearly define her presidential vision may be crucial in swaying undecided voters and securing a win in this tight race.
