Staff Reports
In the wake of yet another Democratic spectacle, Donald Trump has scrapped his brief return to civility faster than a politician promises to lower your taxes—especially with Kamala Harris now at the forefront of the Democratic ticket. He fears she poses such a dire threat to the nation that he decided being the nice guy was a waste of time. Apparently, the only thing worse than an assassin’s bullet is the prospect of Kamala Harris claiming the Oval Office.
At a recent rally in Charlotte, Trump wasted no time unleashing a barrage of accusations against the newly minted nominee. In a grand spectacle reminiscent of a gladiator returning to the arena, he slammed Harris as “Lyin’ Kamala,” a title he seems to think is second only to “the most incompetent and far-left vice president in American history.” With that kind of introduction, it was clear that Trump would trade politeness for a few jabs to the gut, helping energize his base while hitting Harris where it hurts.
No more Mr. Nice Guy: Trump brands Kamala Harris a far-left ‘lunatic’ https://t.co/h07MyOWhXe pic.twitter.com/a9jXOIrvhw
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) July 25, 2024
As Trump launched his critiques, he didn’t pull any punches, labeling her a “lunatic” and blaming her for an array of national woes: high inflation, a diminished international standing, and an open southern border that has seen a surge in illegal immigration and drugs. The message? Anyone who lets “savage criminals” across the border doesn’t deserve the keys to the White House. It’s a point simple enough for even a politician to understand, yet the Democrats keep missing the mark.
The Kamala Harris camp is evidently excited about her sudden rise in prominence after Biden’s exit. They believe she can weave the same magical coalition of young, minority, and female voters that helped Democrats in past elections. However, Trump and his supporters view this surge as shaky at best—threatening to turn into a total collapse if Harris cannot show she isn’t merely a reflection of Biden’s failed record. After all, someone who was placed in charge of fixing the border crisis only to see it devolve into chaos is hardly a reassuring figure to steer the nation.
The image of Harris as the ‘border czar’ has left her in a pickle, with critics pointing out her journey to the U.S.-Mexico border in 2021 hardly being a successful stint. She famously told migrants not to come, and many saw that as a confused approach to managing a serious crisis. Compare that to Republican representatives, who are quick to highlight her record in the Senate, where she was more liberal than even the likes of Bernie Sanders. The question arises: is this the best the Democrats have to offer? The answer, as some voters see it, is a resounding no.
For Trump’s supporters, the idea of Harris stepping up to the presidency is as appealing as a tax increase. With sentiments running high, comments from everyday Americans demonstrated how they view Harris as a last resort—the proverbial last pick for the team who everyone knows isn’t equipped to win the big game. In the grand theater of politics, if Kamala Harris is the leading lady, many are left scratching their heads, wondering what’s next for a party that keeps fumbling for a viable candidate.
