Democratic vice president Kamala Harris spent Sunday campaigning in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a crucial battleground state in the upcoming presidential election. Harris emphasized the importance of young voters and urged the crowd to take action, reminding them of the approaching early voting deadline. Energizing voters in Philadelphia is essential for Harris to beat Republican nominee Donald Trump, particularly in rural areas where Trump has the advantage.
Harris received positive responses from voters in Philadelphia, with many expressing confidence in her ability to win the election. Despite being in a Democratic bubble, voters like Kenny Payne and Patrick Boe believed Harris would prevail. Harris also emphasized the importance of not growing complacent in the final days leading up to the election, especially in mobilizing voters of color, a key component of the Democratic coalition.
During her campaign stops, Harris engaged with various communities in Philadelphia, including a visit to a Black congregation where she spoke about unity and the importance of overcoming divisions in the country. She also visited a barbershop and a bookstore that specializes in African American history, connecting with voters on issues related to education and representation. Harris focused on the importance of uplifting others and emphasized the need for compassion in leadership.
Harris continued her campaign efforts by meeting with volunteers, youth basketball players, and supporters at a Puerto Rican restaurant, where she expressed gratitude and confidence in winning the election. The vice president also highlighted the significance of abortion rights in the closing stretch of the campaign, emphasizing the need to restore protections like Roe v. Wade. She criticized Trump’s stance on abortion and stressed the importance of safeguarding reproductive rights for all individuals.
In the final days before the election, Harris, along with her running mate Tim Walz, plans to visit all seven battleground states as part of a last-minute blitz to rally support. While Harris was in Pennsylvania, Walz campaigned in Las Vegas and will join her for a rally in Michigan. Harris will deliver her closing argument in Washington, D.C., emphasizing the importance of the upcoming election and urging voters to make their voices heard. More campaign stops are scheduled in key states such as Georgia, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Nevada, and Arizona as the presidential race nears its conclusion.
