Staff Reports
In a move that screams desperation, Vice President Kamala Harris is making a notable appearance in New Hampshire, a state that recently lost its coveted first-in-the-nation primary status. It’s almost as if the Democrats are haunted by the specter of Hillary Clinton’s failed bid in 2016 and are scrambling for any scrap of relevance. Harris’s visit is not just about shaking hands and kissing babies; it’s a calculated attempt to shore up support in a purple state before the presidential debate against Trump.
Harris is rolling into town with big promises, like a tenfold increase of the small business tax deduction for startup expenses, increasing it from a meager $5,000 to a shiny new $50,000. This move is intended to make it easier for aspiring entrepreneurs, but it sounds more like a political band-aid than a serious economic plan. She’s also vowing to cut through the bureaucratic red tape that suffocates small business owners like a wet blanket. The goal is to rack up 25 million new small business applications in her first four years—an ambitious target that exceeds the number set during Biden’s presidency.
NEW: Kamala Harris will announce a bold new plan in New Hampshire to help small businesses thrive.
It includes:
Expanding Startup Tax Deductions: Increase the tax deduction for startup expenses from $5,000 to $50,000, easing financial burdens for new business owners.
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Democrats in New Hampshire are positively giddy about Harris’s visit, with local leaders claiming it’s the perfect venue to promote her message on working families and small businesses. New Hampshire’s Democratic state Senate leader feels the excitement because, after all, what’s not to love about a series of progressive proposals that might lead to more taxes and regulations? Meanwhile, onlookers note that this visit comes amid tension stemming from the DNC’s decision to diminish New Hampshire’s standing in the primary race.
Some political experts are speculating that this trip may serve a dual purpose: not only is Harris attempting to appease local party members who were left fuming over the primary schedule change, but she also aims to position herself as a viable candidate looking ahead to the 2028 election. This makes one wonder if there’s anything more in this visit than just addressing the current campaign’s woes. It smacks of a political makeover, designed to mend fences with a party that feels betrayed by Biden’s tactics.
Over on the Republican side, Trump is not sitting idle. He has already taken to Truth Social, mocking Harris’s attempt to win over New Hampshire’s voters. He pointedly critiqued her economic policies and the damage done to the state’s status in the primary calendar. Trump laid bare the state’s escalating living costs and energy expenses while highlighting the fact that he insists on protecting New Hampshire’s first-in-the-nation primary status. His fierce rebuttal underscores that while Democrats throw parties in an effort to galvanize support, it’s clear that conservative policies still resonate more with the electorate.
With polling data showing Harris with a lead of seven percentage points over Trump in New Hampshire, it’s easy to overlook the vital grassroots movement that Trump has cultivated among his base. As Democrats undoubtedly prepare for their upcoming campaign blitz, they may want to keep an eye on those “disaffected” GOP voters who could just as easily flip back to supporting Trump when the chips are down. While Harris may deck herself in the platform of progress, it’s Trump who remains a formidable beacon for countless New Hampshirites who recognize the importance of conservative principles in their daily lives.
