Harris Promises 'Pragmatic' Approach to Economy

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Sep 26, 2024

Above: Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to a crowd at a campaign event at Carnegie Mellon University on Sept. 25, 2024, in Pittsburgh. Image copyright: Justin Merriman/Contributor/For The Washington Post via Getty Imagesstory last updated Sep 28

The Facts

Speaking at the Pittsburgh Economic Club in Pennsylvania, Democratic Party presidential candidate Vice Pres. Kamala Harris pledged to be "pragmatic" and described herself as "a capitalist" when discussing the economy on Wednesday.
The Republican nominee, former Pres. Donald Trump, has previously accused Harris of being a Marxist, describing the Vice President as "Comrade Kamala" on social media.

The Spin

Democratic narrative

Heavy in policy with a focus on unity instead of division, Harris's Pittsburgh speech was a stark contrast to the often hate-filled ramblings that America has grown so used to within the Trump campaign. Harris' opportunity economy is the only agenda aimed at uplifting America's middle class and finally bringing politics back to the people who truly matter. Her policies will stimulate the economy and empower workers.

Republican narrative

By suggesting America must move on from its failed policies of the past, Harris showed extreme disregard for the responsibility they hold over America's current economic woes. Having pushed the cost of living through the roof during her time as vice president, Harris is fooling no one by claiming that she's the answer to the struggles of the American middle class, who need an America First solution.