Explain Yourself, Kamala Harris!
TownhallSep 23
Harris Does First Solo Interview as Nominee
Above: Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris reacts during the first presidential debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, Pa.. on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Image copyright: Demetrius Freeman/Contributor/The Washington Post via Getty Images
The Facts
Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, Friday sat down for her first one-on-one interview since ascending to the top of her party's ticket, speaking with WPVI Action News anchor Brian Taff in western Pennsylvania.
The interview touched on several issues, with Harris attempting to present herself as different from Pres. Joe Biden by offering "a new generation of leadership." One example she gave for this is a plan to expand the child tax credit to $6K.
The Spin
Republican narrative
Even while facing softball questions from her interviewer, Harris dodged the specific inquiries and her confusing phrasing won't help undecideds when choosing which candidate should get their vote. This proves she's disconnected from the struggles of everyday Americans and has no plans to fix the problems her administration has caused.
Democratic narrative
Harris is riding the enthusiasm of her party and now reaching across the aisle to try to lure Republicans and independent voters to her side with a message about economic promise and responsibly being tough on crime. Pennsylvania is an important state, and Harris is speaking directly to that state's voters with her list of fresh priorities.