Staff Reports
Once again, the far-left media, in this case the New York Times, has tried to paint a rosy picture of Vice President Kamala Harris’ performance in the latest presidential debate. However, they seem to have overlooked the actual opinions of undecided voters across five battleground states. News flash: they are not buying what the media is selling, and it’s not exactly surprising considering how out-of-touch the elite punditry can be.
What these undecided voters found most lacking was Kamala’s notorious absence of tangible policy proposals. This has been a thorn in her side since she allegedly took the reins from President Biden in a coup — at least that’s what some speculated when he took a summer vacation from real leadership. Voters like Bob and Sharon Reed, two retired teachers in central Pennsylvania, were expecting fireworks but instead walked away disappointed. Their hopes turned to frustration when they realized they still didn’t have a clue as to how any of the candidates’ plans would be funded. The couple joined a growing chorus of voters who are tired of vague promises and fluffy rhetoric.
While left-wing pundits declare Kamala the winner (because she stopped herself from issuing her usual word salads and cringe laughter), a Reuters focus group found that she actually lost:
Undecided voters are now leaning toward Trump 2 to 1 after last night’s debate. pic.twitter.com/LIaxv5hnsb
— Alana Mastrangelo (@ARmastrangelo) September 11, 2024
Notably, another voter from Wisconsin pointed out that Harris seemed to be stuck in the Biden matrix — without a clear identity or a vision to set herself apart from the current administration. It’s no wonder so many people are turning toward Trump. A local college student admitted that while she was impressed with Harris initially, she, like most voters, craved specifics. It’s almost as if asking for someone to explain their plan before she signs up for them shouldn’t be a controversial request. Yet here we are.
Interestingly, amid all this indecision, it seemed Trump gained some traction from the very voters Harris needed to woo. One lady from North Carolina made it clear: Trump’s arguments were, in her eyes, more convincing than what Kamala was serving up. She pointed to her personal experience during the Trump years when life was better. Clearly, it’s not just about promises; people want to see results. Was it that hard for Harris to lay out her plans, especially considering she has had nearly four years in her current role?
Both candidates had their shortcomings during the debate, and while Trump’s style might rub some the wrong way, he managed to connect with voters on some level. In contrast, Harris’ evasiveness and perceived smugness had the opposite effect. Debate watchers were searching for more than platitudes about “lifting the middle class”; they wanted concrete actions and policies that would improve their lives, something Harris has failed to deliver during her tenure.
In short, the consensus among undecided voters is clear: Harris might have scored some points with the media, but she left much to be desired with the constituents who matter most. And while Trump may not be perfect, at least he has a history of getting things done. Harris, on the other hand, continues to float in the realm of vague aspirations while voters find themselves leaning toward Trump for a reason: they want answers, and they are not afraid to ask for them.
