Staff Reports
Let’s face it: Vice President Kamala Harris is attempting to step out of the shadows of Joe Biden while simultaneously claiming the mantle of “change candidate.” A recent analysis revealed her campaign strategy to rebrand herself—a tactic that sounds more like a desperate makeover than any real policy shift. In the world of political spin, Kamala’s latest attempt to distance herself from Biden is like rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic.
According to a CNN surf report, political analyst Astead Herndon pointed out that while Harris talks a big game about ushering in change, there’s not much that truly sets her apart from the current administration. Sure, she throws around phrases like “new way forward,” but isn’t it amusing how she also recoils at any mention of Biden’s policies? It seems that while claiming to be the beacon of change, her campaign remains glued to the status quo—calls to disrupt tradition while side-hugging the same old liberal policies.
CNN‘s, NYT‘s Herndon: Harris Is Trying to Be ‘Change Candidate‘ Without ‘Policy Separation‘ from Biden #news https://t.co/rFPM430S8m via @BreitbartNews
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The irony is thick enough to cut with a knife. Harris is thrusting herself onto the political stage in what seems like an attempt to emulate Donald Trump’s undeniable draw as a change agent, but with decidedly less flair. Her campaign strategy appears as if it’s drawing from the proverbial bag of tricks but forgetting that voters are tired of empty promises. The essence of her strategy appears to be shoving her presence in as “fresh” while closely orbiting the president like a satellite. Of course, it could also be that the Democratic party is banking on this avocado-toast approach to change—appealing, cushy, and instantly forgettable.
Abby Phillip, the anchor for CNN, chimed into the discussion about the electoral race being a “grab bag of change candidates.” This sets the stage for everyone to pull the wool over the voter’s eyes; who will wear the changemaker crown? The notion that identity politics won’t play a role in Harris’ campaign is quaint, considering that her exercise in change is delivered with a side salad of race and gender. It seems like Harris is using the language of change while tiptoeing around the very identity that painted her into this corner—a classic case of wanting the cake and eating it too.
At the end of the day, it’s clear that Harris’ efforts to leverage familiarity and relatability ring hollow against the backdrop of her hefty establishment ties. Americans are not just looking for a fresh face; they are looking for actual change. Perhaps while they’re reminiscing about the “good old days” under conservative leadership, Kamala should reconsider her strategy. The question remains: will these flashy moves impress the electorate, or will they roll their eyes and take a more serious look at the candidates willing to cut through the fluff and actually deliver what they promise?
