Staff Reports
The slow-motion train wreck that is Kamala Harris’s campaign is reaching new heights of drama (or perhaps it’s just lowlights). Democrats have been shipwrecked by the reality that the Vice President, previously anointed as the party’s golden girl, is sinking faster than her approval ratings. The conventional wisdom is that when the media hype dissipates, panic sets in, and it appears the Democrats are bracing for a storm.
For weeks, the airwaves were filled with gushing praise for Kamala, casting her as the rejuvenating force behind the Democratic machine, poised to drive away the gloomy shadows cast by an uninspiring President Biden. That fairy tale has faded quicker than her allure with key demographics. Contrary to the cheerful narrative that was supposed to buoy her endeavors, the reality shows that Kamala is bungee-jumping away from any semblance of a secure electoral footing.
Ahh, so sad… Folks the Dems are anxious that we don't believe the propaganda and the real internal polling just isn't moving no matter what they do. They fear it's looking like 2016 all over again! pic.twitter.com/kQQt1WqIyA
— 💥Righteous Indignation💥 (@Qanon4Trump) October 9, 2024
The wailing from the Democratic camp has begun. Reports depict nervous party insiders, who have gone from expressing excitement about Harris’s prospects to worrying desperately about stalled poll numbers and public perceptions. Former aides and strategists are crying foul about her recent interviews, most notably one on a Sunday evening news program, where she seemed to struggle to articulate even the simplest of messages. The concern isn’t just palpable; it’s practically filling the air with dread.
While Democrats once felt daring and optimistic, they now find themselves clutching their pearls. The acknowledgment that Kamala Harris is not resonating with the electorate, especially among men—minority men in particular—reflects a startling shift in momentum. A former communications director for Harris expressed the undeniable nervousness in the Democratic ranks, arguing that if anyone isn’t feeling the jitters, they’re simply trying to avoid the messy reality of this campaign.
The results of recent national polling tell a story of trepidation. While there might be a glimmer of hope in some figures, the leads are slim, teetering on the edge of statistical ties. In key battleground states, Harris’s supporters are playing electoral roulette, aware that candidates are locked in fierce battles just days away from the election. The stakes couldn’t be higher, and Democratic strategists have seldom sounded so cautious.
Among the Democratic donor class, one core issue remains unwaveringly clear: Harris’s economic message is falling flat. In a nation where inflation and economic woes top the priority list, her discourse on financial policies might as well be an excerpt from a poorly written sitcom. Even the most die-hard Democrats are realizing that with voters prioritizing economic stability, waiting weeks to finalize a campaign message is not just a blunder; it’s a potential death sentence.
Kamala has embarked on a media blitz, trying to counteract Republican critiques and bolster her shaky public image. Yet, instead of gaining traction, pundits are pointing out that her message on crucial issues lacks clarity and effectiveness. As Election Day approaches, Democrats are scrambling to recalibrate the campaign, reflecting a sensation that the joyful momentum once envisioned has dissipated into a state of pure, unfiltered panic. When even the liberal media acknowledges a crisis, it becomes imperative to take note of the escalating chaos surrounding the abortive campaign of Kamala Harris.
