US Election 2024: Kamala Harris is winning against Donald Trump

Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at a campaign rally at Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina, September 12, 2024.

According to a Reuters/Ipsos survey released on September 12, the support rate for US Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate, is currently at 47%. Meanwhile, the support rate for Mr. Donald Trump is at 42%. Thus, Ms. Harris is leading by 5 points, compared to the previous difference of 4 points. Fundraising campaign raised 404 million USD According to the spokesman for Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign, after the debate with Mr. Trump attracted more than 67 million viewers on the evening of September 10, Ms. Harris's campaign received a donation of 47 million USD within 24 hours. This is the amount of money supporting Ms. Harris's campaign from about 600,000 donors.

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris in the first debate on the evening of September 10

Harris' latest fundraising numbers are seen as another setback for Trump's struggling campaign. In August, political action committees (PACs) supporting Harris reported raising $361 million, nearly three times Trump's $130 million. In September, the two candidates' fundraising campaigns have a big gap, with Harris raising $404 million and Trump $295 million. Harris's team said that, taking the momentum from the successful debate, the Vice President's campaign will enter a more intense phase of the race. Specifically, her team will launch a new advertising campaign and focus on important battleground states. Harris' campaign has released a new policy platform titled "A New Way Forward," which details the economic and foreign policy agenda and the key points of the Kamala Harris-Tim Waltz administration's goals if elected. According to the platform, on the economy, Harris's administration plans to cut taxes for more than 100 million working-class and middle-class Americans. Cut the cost of living through measures such as tax relief for families with children, low- and middle-income people, and credit support of up to $25,000 for first-time homebuyers. In addition, the Harris administration will extend the $35 price cap on insulin and the $2,000 cap on medical payments. On immigration, Harris's administration will restore the bipartisan immigration law that was not passed by the current Congress. On reproductive rights, Ms. Harris pledged to sign into law a bill restoring federal abortion rights if it is passed by Congress. Ms. Harris will also continue to push for legislation protecting voters' voting rights. On foreign policy, the platform highlights Ms. Harris's international experience, building the image of the Vice President as a tireless and effective diplomat on the international stage. Thereby affirming Ms. Harris's readiness to confront dictatorships, protect US interests and forces from threats from Iran, and ensure that America will win the competition of the 21st century. The document also said that Ms. Harris is working tirelessly with President Biden to reach a ceasefire agreement in the conflict between Israel and the Hamas Islamic Movement.

Kamala Harris supporters in Miami, Florida, USA

"Fever" among young voters In an Instagram post, pop star Taylor Swift shared her motivation to officially support Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate, instead of supporting Republican candidate Donald Trump before. Taylor Swift wrote: "I vote because she fights for the rights and causes that I believe need a warrior to protect. I think she is a strong, talented leader and I believe we can achieve so much more in this country if we are led by calm, not chaos." Taylor Swift's Instagram post with more than 280 million followers attracted 9.7 million likes, and the website vote.gov also immediately welcomed more than 337,826 new users right after this idol singer's heartfelt letter of support for Ms. Harris. Vote.gov is a voting information website that provides information about polling locations across the United States to help voters prepare for Election Day on November 5.

Pop star Taylor Swift announces support for Kamala Harris

Taylor Swift's tweet was posted right after the heated debate between the two presidential candidates, drawing the attention of her huge fan base to Harris, who is targeting young voters. Swift's statement will resonate with Americans under 35, as about 30% of that group said they were more likely to vote for someone Swift supports. Republican strategist Doug Heye said Swift's endorsement would help Democrats reach out to young voters, boosting fundraising efforts. Previously, many pop stars such as Charlie XCX, John Legend, Megan Thee Stallion, etc. have voiced their support for Harris, making the Democratic candidate quickly become a "fever" among Gen Z voters.

Source: ABC News, NYT

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