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Final Campaign Push Before Election Day
Kamala Harris and her rival Donald Trump continued their frantic final campaign efforts to capture votes in crucial swing states just hours before the election, which is witnessing historically close support. Harris emphasized her commitment to being a president for all Americans and invited critics to the dialogue table. Meanwhile, Trump promoted a bleak future, claiming he alone could fix the nation's problems.
These statements come as the decisive day approaches, with Americans and the world eagerly awaiting the results amid fears of potential disruptions following the election. Observers are particularly focused on battleground states, especially Pennsylvania, which could determine the presidential race.
Republican strategist Robert Burgess argues that Harris has not conveyed a unified message, previously labeling Trump as "fascist" and comparing him to Hitler, which he sees as a divisive rhetoric. He points out that voters are questioning her effectiveness in addressing key issues during her tenure as vice president, particularly concerning illegal immigration and the economy, crucial priorities for many voters.
Burgess believes Harris’s actions and statements while in office have not been convincing and have weakened America’s image globally. He asserts that even though Trump is not a career politician, voters are comparing his legacy with hers and asking, "Are we better off than we were four years ago?"
He states that many Americans support Trump's plan to save the country and view Harris’s unity message as confusing. He suggests that Trump’s repeated claims of election fraud may not deter voters but could bolster the confidence of his supporters, who feel he is the only one capable of rescuing the nation.
Conversely, former Congresswoman Marjorie Margolies emphasizes that Kamala Harris strives for unity, describing this as a clear and effective message at this time. She notes a significant momentum and enthusiasm among voters for Harris, particularly among women in rural Pennsylvania, which she believes could be decisive in the election outcome.
Margolies expresses concern over Trump's ongoing remarks about election fraud affecting public trust in the electoral process, indicating that his allegations of election unfairness tarnish the democratic image, unlike Harris, who avoids such rhetoric.
She adds that voters are fatigued by Trump’s negative portrayals of his opponents and insists that Harris’s call for unity presents a positive alternative.
Burgess, however, contends that Trump’s campaign speaks in a language of hope, focusing on improving American lives under his leadership. He mentions that some Democrats prefer Trump over Harris and notes that Democrats have a history of questioning election results, referencing Hillary Clinton's claims that Trump did not deserve to win the election after her loss.
