Democrats must be feeling the heat if they’re rolling out the heavyweights like Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for interviews, even if they’re only appearing on friendly turf. It’s the political equivalent of throwing spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks, and it’s not turning out well. Tim Walz made an appearance on Fox News where he was thoroughly grilled by Shannon Bream, who wasn’t having any of his spin. That interview exposed the flimsy fabric of Walz’s talking points faster than a cheap suit at a tailors’ convention.
Meanwhile, Kamala Harris, in her own “60 Minutes” segment, managed to showcase her signature word salad while dodging basic questions about Israel. In a moment that can only be described as cringe-worthy, she even refrained from labeling Benjamin Netanyahu as an “ally.” This isn’t the first time she’s missed the mark; her interviews often resemble a baffling game of verbal Twister, with her avoiding sensible responses like a seasoned politician.
Kamala claims babies dying because lifesaving care was not provided after botched abortions is "not happening anywhere in the United States."
She's the liar — it has happened EIGHT TIMES in Tim Walz's Minnesota alone. pic.twitter.com/BBRQMsVgwp
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) October 6, 2024
Adding to her peculiar media tour, Harris hopped on the podcast “Call Her Daddy” which is known for its discussions on seemingly everything but serious policy matters, including topics like revenge porn. It’s a wonder she chose this platform; perhaps she thought it would help her establish a connection with young voters. But instead of discussing real issues facing the country, she dove headfirst into abortion, completely sidestepping economic challenges that are obviously weighing heavily on the average American’s mind. When questioned about allegations of babies being neglected following botched abortions, her responses danced around the truth so much it would make a choreographer proud.
It isn’t just about her faltering answers, though. When confronted about her handling of the economy, Harris blamed housing costs and the inflation that has spiraled under her watch and Joe Biden’s direction. It’s hard to ignore the irony; she votes for policies that exacerbate spending and then acts surprised when costs go up. Yet, when pressed with the question of why she has failed to address these issues, her response was vague at best, highlighting that she’s probably running on empty in terms of actual solutions.
Kamala regurgitates lines she frequently uses in her speeches and interviews to bloviate about how she got to decide if "somebody was charged with a crime or went to prison."
All she has are tired, recycled platitudes. pic.twitter.com/1d3s7ivLVk
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) October 6, 2024
Interestingly, Harris also managed to muddle through a poorly constructed defense of her political career, suggesting it had clear achievements, which is a claim many might challenge given the drastic failures on multiple fronts, especially around the border and economic policies. When asked why she chose a pop culture podcast for this interview, the transparent answer could be to appeal to the younger demographic, but she didn’t quite pull off the honesty card. Instead, she proclaimed that connecting with “real issues” is vital, while discussing anything but what truly matters to everyday Americans.
Kamala Harris poking around in the pop culture realm while ignoring crises happening right now speaks volumes about her priorities. With everyday Americans feeling undervalued and ignored, Harris’s fixation on “community” seems more like a cover-up for her administration’s ongoing failings rather than a sincere effort to engage with those in need. Quite the political strategy, one can’t help but think, or perhaps just another classic case of the Democrats getting caught in their own charade.