Staff Reports
Kamala Harris can’t seem to catch a break, and her latest poll numbers illustrate just how far she has fallen among Hispanic voters. In a stunning turn of events, recent surveys reveal that her support stands at a shocking 39 percent, tied with none other than Donald Trump. The Associated Press conducted a poll involving over 2,700 registered voters, and even though these numbers were captured before President Biden’s exit from the race, they clearly signal trouble ahead for Harris.
The situation is even worse when another poll by Quinnipiac University confirms Harris’ struggles. This survey, also conducted during the same timeframe, places her at the exact same dismal 39 percent support. This marks a staggering 27-point drop from Biden’s impressive 66 percent Hispanic support during the 2020 elections. For those keeping score, that’s an alarming indicator of how even traditional Democratic strongholds are teetering. Kamala Harris may just establish a dismal new record-low for Latino support among Democratic candidates if she can’t turn things around.
🚨NEW POLL🚨
BREAKING: Another overnight poll, this time from Quinnipiac, shows Trump and Harris TIED among Hispanics at 39%.
Context: This would be the worst performance ever for Democrats with Hispanics, even lower than John Kerry's record low of 53% in 2004. https://t.co/zTxFDd0YHS pic.twitter.com/bK924K8OWf
— Giancarlo Sopo (@GiancarloSopo) July 22, 2024
Hispanic Americans are playing an increasingly vital role in the electoral landscape, with around 34.5 million set to vote in 2024. The Pew Research Center reports that Hispanics are the fastest-growing voting demographic in the country. Crucial states such as Florida, California, Nevada, and New York will likely see surging Latino turnout, suggesting that the old ways of political campaigning no longer apply. In contrast, Harris’ support levels reflect a troubling trend for Democrats hoping to maintain a foothold with Hispanic voters.
A deeper look reveals that Trump is currently outperforming Harris in key swing states, including Nevada and Arizona. In the 2020 election, Trump may not have claimed victory in these states, but recent polls indicate he has made significant strides with Hispanic voters. To exemplify this, in Nevada’s recent surveys, Harris is already struggling against Trump, showing that the former president may garner more support among Latino men than Biden did in 2020. The Hispanic electorate is evidently not as aligned with the Democrats’ narrative as they once were, and a significant number remain undecided.
As Harris continues to flounder with Hispanic voters, the implications for the Democratic Party are dire. If she cannot connect with this crucial demographic, it could usher in unforetold consequences for the party in future elections. With Hispanic voter turnout poised to influence key races, Democrats might have to face a reality where self-identified progressives are left with dwindling options. For now, the question remains whether Harris can reclaim her standing or if she will continue her downward spiral, all while navigating a politically charged landscape that appears to be increasingly favorable to conservative candidates.
