Kamala Harris will be rallying voters in Erie County, a key bellwether in Pennsylvania that has accurately predicted the outcome of the state in recent elections. Erie County has historically switched between Democrats and Republicans, with Obama winning it in 2008 and 2012, Trump winning in 2016, and Biden winning by a slim margin in 2020. Pennsylvania is seen as a microcosm of America, and Erie symbolizes the state’s diverse blend of urban and rural areas.
Harris is embarking on a campaign blitz in Northern battleground states, including Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin, crucial for her chances of beating Trump in the upcoming election. She faces challenges in rural Pennsylvania where Trump maintains strong support. Harris is focusing on mobilizing Black voters, particularly Black men, and courting suburban voters who are disenchanted with Trump.
Her campaign strategy includes a strong field program that emphasizes listening to voters in rural areas and engaging with suburban and educated voters who may be open to supporting her. While winning rural Pennsylvania may be a challenge, Harris aims to reduce the margins of defeat to secure the state’s electoral votes. The state is expected to be closely contested, with Harris likely to win, but potentially by a narrow margin. Harris is also banking on the support of Gov. Tim Walz and other prominent Democratic figures to bolster her campaign in the battleground states.
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