Kamala Harris holds first campaign rally as Biden prepares to address nation: Live

🌈 Abstract

The article discusses the 2024 US presidential election, focusing on Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign launch and her attacks on former President Donald Trump, as well as the potential impact of President Biden's decision to not run for re-election.

🙋 Q&A

[01] Vice President Kamala Harris' Campaign Launch

1. What were the key points of Kamala Harris' attack on Donald Trump in her campaign rally?

• Kamala Harris accused Trump of trying to "take the country backward" and asked whether the country wants to live in "a country of freedom, compassion and rule of law, or a country of chaos, fear and hate."
• Harris said she will "proudly put my record against his any day of the week."

2. How has the Democratic campaign been re-energized after Biden's withdrawal?

• The Democratic campaign appears re-energized after Biden pulled out of the race on Sunday.
• Harris has already secured support from more than 64% of Democratic delegates to become the party's nominee.
• The party has also raised a record-breaking $81 million in the 24 hours since Biden's announcement.

3. How has Trump responded to Harris' candidacy?

• Trump has ramped up his criticism of Harris, characterizing her as "the same as Biden but much more radical."
• Trump and his allies have tried to tie Harris to Biden's record, not in a positive way.

[02] Biden's Legacy and Harris' Prospects

1. How will Biden's decision to step aside be judged in relation to Harris' electoral prospects?

• If Harris wins, it will be seen as confirmation that Biden did the right thing to fight against the threat of Trump.
• If Harris loses, there may be questions about whether Biden stepped down too late and if the Democratic Party would have been more effective if he had announced earlier that he would not run.

2. How has Harris' relationship with Biden impacted her campaign strategy?

• Harris has spent the last three years praising Biden's accomplishments, making it difficult for her to now distance herself from his record.
• Harris has to rely on the Biden political operation she inherited to win the election with just over 100 days to go before the polls close.

[03] Abortion as a Key Issue for Harris

1. How has Harris' stance on abortion rights been received by Democrats?

• Harris' bluntness on the issue of abortion and the impact of the overturning of Roe v Wade has earned her support from Democrats and advocates for reproductive rights.
• There is hope that Harris' strong advocacy for reproductive freedom will help her sway key congressional seats.

2. How does Harris plan to use the abortion issue in her campaign against Trump?

• Harris is expected to make the issue of abortion a major feature of her campaign, as she works to draw a stark contrast between herself and Trump.
• She has portrayed herself as a direct and consistent advocate with a history of fighting for reproductive health issues, especially Black maternal health.