Kamala Harris Struggles to Engage Latino Voters Effectively
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Posted 58 days ago
**Disappointing Turnout Reveals Kamala Harris's Struggle to Connect with Latino Voters**
In what was billed as a major rally to boost support among Latino voters, Vice President Kamala Harris faced a sobering reality: the turnout was shockingly low.
Despite efforts to engage the community, only about 50 Hispanic attendees were present at the event in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, leaving many, including organizers, bewildered.
This rally featured popular Puerto Rican celebrities and was strategically scheduled on a date significant for the community, marking the seventh anniversary of Hurricane Maria. However, the turnout failed to reflect the city’s Hispanic demographics, which make up roughly one-third of the population.
Luis Gonzalez, a retired truck driver who attended, expressed his disappointment, saying, "I thought there would be more Latinos than what I saw."
While Harris had previously seen a rise in support from Hispanic voters since overtaking President Joe Biden for the nomination, current polls indicate her support has dipped compared to Biden’s performance in 2020. A Pew Research poll revealed that only 57% of Hispanics said they would support Harris, down from 61% who supported Biden four years ago.
In contrast, former President Donald Trump continues to make inroads with Latino voters, with his support creeping up from 36% in 2020 to 39% in the upcoming election. This trend underscores a potential shift that could play a crucial role in the tightly contested race.
Maca Casado, the Harris campaign's Hispanic media director, acknowledged the importance of Latino votes, stating, “We understand that it’s going to be decided by a few thousand votes in a few states.” Yet, with statistics showing dwindling support, it remains uncertain how the campaign will remedy its perception problem within this key demographic.
As the election draws nearer, the pressure mounts for Harris to not only rally the Latino community but also to bridge the growing gap between the administration's promises and the realities faced by various voter groups.
The disappointing turnout at this carefully organized rally serves as a wake-up call for the Harris campaign—a clear indicator that more needs to be done to resonate with voters beyond celebrity appearances and campaign rhetoric.
Sources:
thedupreereport.com
theblaze.com
In what was billed as a major rally to boost support among Latino voters, Vice President Kamala Harris faced a sobering reality: the turnout was shockingly low.
Despite efforts to engage the community, only about 50 Hispanic attendees were present at the event in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, leaving many, including organizers, bewildered.
This rally featured popular Puerto Rican celebrities and was strategically scheduled on a date significant for the community, marking the seventh anniversary of Hurricane Maria. However, the turnout failed to reflect the city’s Hispanic demographics, which make up roughly one-third of the population.
Luis Gonzalez, a retired truck driver who attended, expressed his disappointment, saying, "I thought there would be more Latinos than what I saw."
While Harris had previously seen a rise in support from Hispanic voters since overtaking President Joe Biden for the nomination, current polls indicate her support has dipped compared to Biden’s performance in 2020. A Pew Research poll revealed that only 57% of Hispanics said they would support Harris, down from 61% who supported Biden four years ago.
In contrast, former President Donald Trump continues to make inroads with Latino voters, with his support creeping up from 36% in 2020 to 39% in the upcoming election. This trend underscores a potential shift that could play a crucial role in the tightly contested race.
Maca Casado, the Harris campaign's Hispanic media director, acknowledged the importance of Latino votes, stating, “We understand that it’s going to be decided by a few thousand votes in a few states.” Yet, with statistics showing dwindling support, it remains uncertain how the campaign will remedy its perception problem within this key demographic.
As the election draws nearer, the pressure mounts for Harris to not only rally the Latino community but also to bridge the growing gap between the administration's promises and the realities faced by various voter groups.
The disappointing turnout at this carefully organized rally serves as a wake-up call for the Harris campaign—a clear indicator that more needs to be done to resonate with voters beyond celebrity appearances and campaign rhetoric.
Sources:
thedupreereport.com
theblaze.com
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