Kamala Harris seeks Republican support is ramping up efforts to engage Republicans in her campaign. She hopes to broaden her electoral appeal significantly. Election Day approaches in less than three weeks. This strategy could attract more moderate voters to her side. Engaging Republicans may enhance her chances of winning the election.
Momentum from Key Endorsements
The vice president’s campaign gained traction after former Representative Liz Cheney endorsed her. Other Republicans opposed to Donald Trump also support her. These endorsements bolster her strategy to attract more GOP voters. She focuses on crucial battleground states to enhance her appeal. This approach surpasses previous Democratic efforts in these important areas.
Kamala Harris seeks Republican support is ramping up efforts to engage Republicans in her campaign, hoping to broaden her electoral appeal as Election Day, according to wsj news
Event with Former GOP Congressmen
On Wednesday, Harris will join Adam Kinzinger at an event featuring around 100 Republicans. The attendees include former House members and ex-Trump aides. This gathering will occur in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania, a pivotal swing state. The event aims to engage disillusioned Republicans and independents in the area. Polls indicate these voters could sway a tightly contested election.
Direct Appeal to Conservative Voters
Harris will also conduct her first formal interview with Fox News, a 20-minute session with chief political anchor Bret Baier. This bold move is intended to convey her message directly to conservative voters, showcasing her commitment to bridging divides.
Rising Discontent Among Right-Leaning Voters
Harris’s advisers assert that the number of right-leaning voters keen to prevent Trump’s return has surged since the last election. Many are motivated by his refusal to acknowledge his 2020 electoral defeat and his ongoing efforts to undermine democratic institutions. Furthermore, some voters support Harris because they want to see the first woman president or resonate with her positions on economic issues and abortion.
Impact of Anti-Trump Republican Voters
Jeff Timmer, chief operations officer of the Lincoln Project, warns that fewer than 100,000 anti-Trump Republican voters in battleground states could greatly influence the election. He cautions that their lack of participation would effectively aid Trump.
A Potential Surprise from Harris
Kamala Harris may surprise us with either staunch Republicans or independents who essentially identify as Republicans,” said David Plouffe, a former advisor to President Barack Obama and now a senior advisor to Harris. This sentiment reflects a belief that Harris’s campaign is more effectively reaching center-right voters than the previous efforts of Joe Biden or Hillary Clinton.
Responding to Trump’s Criticism
Trump has branded Harris as an extreme liberal, a characterization she counters by pledging to work with businesses to boost the economy and promising to include a Republican in her cabinet. She also aims to establish a bipartisan policy advisory council to foster collaboration.
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Polling Insights on Economic Concerns
Republican pollster Frank Luntz argues that the Harris campaign is misjudging its emphasis on the threats Trump poses to democracy, suggesting it should focus more on economic issues. He observes that many persuadable GOP voters “don’t like Trump personally” but are concerned that Harris’s policies could negatively impact their finances.
Hope Among Anti-Trump Republicans
Despite these challenges, anti-Trump Republicans believe Harris’s commitment to defending democracy will resonate with tens of thousands of GOP voters in each battleground state. Craig Snyder, a former chief of staff to the late Senator Arlen Specter, notes a growing number of Republicans adopting this stance as the election draws near.
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