Democrats are worried that the upcoming election could be slipping away, with Vice President Kamala Harris failing to build a lead in the polls against Donald Trump. Harris is capitalizing on the collective anxiety within the party, using it to motivate Democrats to show up at the polls. While Trump is happy to suggest he is ahead, Harris remains focused on building support through rallies and media appearances, although some critics suggest she needs to do more to connect with voters on a personal level. Despite the anxiety, polling shows a dead heat between Harris and Trump, with potential paths to victory for both candidates. Harris is ramping up her campaign efforts, scheduling rallies in key battleground states to connect with voters. Democratic strategists warn that she needs to show more spontaneity and emotion to win over undecided voters. Harris has the resources to reach key voting demographics through various platforms, including social media, but the impact of traditional rallies is still relevant. Some critics point to Obama’s success in 2008, where frequent rallies in key states contributed to his victory, while Clinton’s light public schedule at the same point in 2016 may have contributed to her loss. Overall, Harris is navigating the complexities of campaigning in a highly competitive election, balancing the need to motivate Democratic voters while also connecting with undecided voters in key states.
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