Can the Democrats "Rehabilitate" Kamala Harris? They May Have No Choice.

Autor: LAWRENCE, STEWART
Zdroj: CounterPunch; Jul2024, p1-9, 9p
Abstrakt: The article explores the possibility of rehabilitating Vice President Kamala Harris's image among swing voters and Democrats who have dismissed her as a potential replacement for President Joe Biden. It emphasizes the significance of Black women as a crucial voting bloc for the Democratic Party and their support for Harris. The article also notes that Harris has seen a recent increase in approval ratings due to her advocacy for reproductive rights and a tougher stance on Israel's actions in Gaza. It suggests that selecting the right vice presidential candidate could strengthen Harris's candidacy if she were to succeed Biden. The article proposes Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro as a potential strong vice presidential candidate for Harris. Shapiro, who is younger than Harris, has a successful track record as Pennsylvania's attorney general and governor. He is well-liked in the state and has experience as a bipartisan negotiator. Furthermore, Shapiro's Jewish background could provide additional support and credibility to Harris, particularly regarding the Gaza conflict. The article argues that embracing Harris as the party's standard-bearer is necessary, as continuing with Biden is no longer a viable option. [Extracted from the article]
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