Trump Gaining Ground as Harris Struggles to Lead
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Posted 79 days ago
**Chaos! Harris Faces Uphill Battle as Trump Grows Momentum**
As the 2024 presidential race heats up, Vice President Kamala Harris finds herself in a precarious position, struggling to secure a solid footing against former President Donald Trump. Recent polling reveals a troubling trend for the Democratic nominee: her lead over Trump is alarmingly slim compared to past candidates.
In a national survey by FiveThirtyEight, Harris holds a narrow advantage of just 3 points over Trump, leading with 47% to his 44%. This marks a stark contrast from the robust leads enjoyed by Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton at similar points in their respective campaigns, where Biden was ahead by 7 points in 2020, and Clinton by 4 points in 2016.
Historically significant is Harris’ inability to rally crucial segments of the Democratic base. While she has made some gains with Black voters, her support at 76% falls short of Biden's 82% during his campaign. Even more telling is Trump’s growing appeal among these voters, now capturing 12%, compared to a mere 4% during Biden’s run.
The data also reveals a concerning decline in support among Hispanic voters for Harris, who leads Trump by only 13 points. Biden previously enjoyed a 20-point advantage in 2020, underscoring the challenges Harris faces.
Despite some polls reflecting an uptick in support among women—Harris leads Trump 54% to 41%—the overall picture suggests a weakening Democratic front. Harris's inability to connect with key demographics could jeopardize her campaign, and she is running out of time to overcome these deficits.
Democrats are increasingly aware of the looming dangers as Trump gains momentum. According to Nate Silver’s model, Trump now boasts a 60.1% chance of winning the electoral college—an unsettling revelation for Democratic supporters.
The tumult of campaign politics has also seen Harris flip-flopping on policy issues. Harris's past commitment to banning plastic straws has notably evaporated, a move that begs the question: how consistent can a leader be when their positions shift with the political winds? Fox News host Harris Faulkner recently pressed a Democratic strategist on this very issue, highlighting an alarming lack of clarity in Harris’s policies that many voters could find disconcerting.
As the clock ticks down to Election Day, the battle lines are drawn. Is Kamala Harris equipped to rally her base and raise her sagging numbers, or will Trump’s resurgence continue to threaten her campaign's viability? Political analysts and voters alike are keenly watching as the race intensifies in the coming weeks.
Sources:
rvmnews.com
zerohedge.com
dailycallernewsfoundation.org
As the 2024 presidential race heats up, Vice President Kamala Harris finds herself in a precarious position, struggling to secure a solid footing against former President Donald Trump. Recent polling reveals a troubling trend for the Democratic nominee: her lead over Trump is alarmingly slim compared to past candidates.
In a national survey by FiveThirtyEight, Harris holds a narrow advantage of just 3 points over Trump, leading with 47% to his 44%. This marks a stark contrast from the robust leads enjoyed by Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton at similar points in their respective campaigns, where Biden was ahead by 7 points in 2020, and Clinton by 4 points in 2016.
Historically significant is Harris’ inability to rally crucial segments of the Democratic base. While she has made some gains with Black voters, her support at 76% falls short of Biden's 82% during his campaign. Even more telling is Trump’s growing appeal among these voters, now capturing 12%, compared to a mere 4% during Biden’s run.
The data also reveals a concerning decline in support among Hispanic voters for Harris, who leads Trump by only 13 points. Biden previously enjoyed a 20-point advantage in 2020, underscoring the challenges Harris faces.
Despite some polls reflecting an uptick in support among women—Harris leads Trump 54% to 41%—the overall picture suggests a weakening Democratic front. Harris's inability to connect with key demographics could jeopardize her campaign, and she is running out of time to overcome these deficits.
Democrats are increasingly aware of the looming dangers as Trump gains momentum. According to Nate Silver’s model, Trump now boasts a 60.1% chance of winning the electoral college—an unsettling revelation for Democratic supporters.
The tumult of campaign politics has also seen Harris flip-flopping on policy issues. Harris's past commitment to banning plastic straws has notably evaporated, a move that begs the question: how consistent can a leader be when their positions shift with the political winds? Fox News host Harris Faulkner recently pressed a Democratic strategist on this very issue, highlighting an alarming lack of clarity in Harris’s policies that many voters could find disconcerting.
As the clock ticks down to Election Day, the battle lines are drawn. Is Kamala Harris equipped to rally her base and raise her sagging numbers, or will Trump’s resurgence continue to threaten her campaign's viability? Political analysts and voters alike are keenly watching as the race intensifies in the coming weeks.
Sources:
rvmnews.com
zerohedge.com
dailycallernewsfoundation.org
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