CBS News host Tony Dokoupil raises concerns about Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign in Georgia, a key swing state that President Biden won in 2020.
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is facing challenges in Georgia, a key swing state that President Biden won in 2020. CBS News host Tony Dokoupil identified several "warning lights" for Harris' campaign.
Weak support: The latest polls show Harris lagging behind her Republican challenger, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance. A recent poll by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution found Vance leading Harris by 10 points among likely voters.
Warning Lights Flash for Kamala Harris Campaign in Georgia
Slow campaign response: Harris' campaign has been slow to respond to the challenges in Georgia. She has not visited the state since August, and her campaign has not released any detailed plans for the state.
Lack of enthusiasm: Harris' campaign has not generated the same level of enthusiasm as Biden's did in 2020. Democratic voters are reportedly unenthusiastic about Harris, and some are expressing doubts about her ability to win the state.
Warning Lights Flash for Kamala Harris Campaign in Georgia
Negative media coverage: Harris has received negative media coverage in Georgia. Local news outlets have criticized her for her lack of attention to the state and for her campaign's slow response.
Lack of support from local leaders: Harris has not received much support from local leaders in Georgia. Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, a Democrat, has endorsed Vance.
Warning Lights Flash for Kamala Harris Campaign in Georgia
Biden's unpopularity: President Biden's unpopularity is also dragging down Harris' campaign. A recent poll found that only 33% of Georgia voters approve of Biden's job performance.
Historical challenges: Georgia has historically been a Republican stronghold. Biden's victory in 2020 was a rare occurrence, and it is unlikely that Harris can replicate that success in 2024.
Vance's strong campaign: Vance has run a strong campaign in Georgia. He has visited the state multiple times, released detailed plans for the state, and generated enthusiasm among Republican voters.
Harris' weaknesses: Harris has several weaknesses that are making it difficult for her to win in Georgia. She is not a well-known figure in the state, she has a weak track record as vice president, and she is facing a strong opponent in Vance.
Georgia is a crucial swing state that could determine the outcome of the 2024 election. If Harris is unable to improve her performance in the state, she could lose the presidency.
