Top Advisor Issues Warning to Democrats
Recent polling data reveal a noteworthy observation: the shift from President Joe Biden to Vice President Kamala Harris has not significantly impacted the race outside the margin of error. This insight comes from presidential campaign adviser Dick Morris, who discussed these findings on Newsmax.
Morris highlighted that although Harris experienced a modest increase in support following her transition to the presidential candidate role, it was not substantial enough to indicate a decisive shift. According to Morris, the anticipated “bounce” from Harris’s upcoming convention may provide a slight boost, but it has not yet significantly altered the dynamics of the race.
Trump pollster John McLaughlin echoed these sentiments, noting that despite Harris’s media coverage and the so-called “honeymoon” period, her campaign has not moved beyond the margin of error. McLaughlin emphasized that while Harris’s campaign efforts have resulted in a slight narrowing of Trump’s lead, it remains within the margin of error, suggesting minimal overall impact.
Morris remarked on the surprising nature of Harris’s performance given the extensive media support she has received. He pointed out that her increase in support has been modest compared to the attention she has garnered. McLaughlin added that, despite Harris’s efforts and media exposure, the polling figures remain relatively stable, reflecting a gradual rather than dramatic change.
Looking ahead, the potential announcement of a vice presidential candidate, possibly Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, is unlikely to sway the polls significantly. McLaughlin humorously noted that the likely choice of a “boring white guy” for the vice presidential slot doesn’t seem poised to create a substantial shift in voter sentiment.
Additionally, Morris discussed how the Biden administration’s stance on international issues, like the recent Venezuelan election results, could play to the advantage of the Trump campaign. By questioning the Biden administration’s consistency on election integrity, Morris suggested that the Trump campaign could leverage this to counter Democratic claims of a threat to democracy.
In conclusion, Morris and McLaughlin both agree that Harris’s slight improvement in polling, which reflects the already solid Democratic strongholds of states like California and New York, is unlikely to alter the broader Electoral College map or have a significant impact on the outcome of the November election.
