Special Poll
David Plouffe highlighted the significance of Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz’s plan to campaign energetically in key battleground states during the final stretch of the election. Speaking with Axios, Plouffe emphasized the return of Sun Belt battlegrounds to the Democrats’ focus, noting that Harris’s ability to connect with voters is proving effective compared to Donald Trump’s approach. He stressed that while ads and field operations are crucial, the candidate’s appeal is the most critical element in a presidential campaign.
Plouffe also remarked on the manner in which Trump is discussed in political discourse, likening it to how one might talk about a child. This comment drew a sharp response from Trump’s campaign spokesperson, Steven Cheung, who dismissed Plouffe as irrelevant and criticized his political instincts. Cheung defended Trump’s campaign efforts, citing the former president’s extensive engagement in rallies, fundraisers, and political events throughout the election cycle.
The broader context involves Democrats’ strategy in the 2024 cycle, where they have consistently aimed to differentiate their platform from Trump’s, particularly on issues like democracy and reproductive rights.