President Joe Biden initially tried to reassure his party as Democrats became anxious about the upcoming election, but eventually withdrew his re-election bid. Vice President Kamala Harris took his place on the ticket, but now faces stagnant poll numbers, causing Democrats to worry that Donald Trump could win again. Harris is embracing the collective anxiety among Democrats, believing it will motivate them to turn out and vote for her.
Both Harris and Trump are presenting themselves as potentially losing the election, but polling indicates a dead heat between the two candidates. While Harris is attempting to manage expectations of victory, Democratic strategists believe she needs to improve her campaign strategy by increasing the pace of rallies and showing more spontaneity.
Harris has been participating in more interviews and events, including rallies in key battleground states. Democratic operatives are encouraging her to engage with a wider range of voters through various platforms, including social media and gaming sites. Despite the emphasis on modern campaign tactics, traditional rallies remain an important part of engaging with undecided voters and organizing campaign volunteers.
Comparisons have been made to past campaigns, with some noting that Obama’s extensive rally schedule in 2008 contrasted with Clinton’s lighter public appearances in 2016. Democratic strategists are urging Harris to increase the number of rallies she attends to mobilize support and build momentum in the final weeks leading up to the election.
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