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Closing Arguments or Closing Doors? Kamala’s Campaign on the Brink

Posted on Friday, October 25, 2024
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by Tammy Bruce
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It’s that time of year when we begin to hear “closing arguments” from the campaigns of presidential candidates. For Vice President Kamala Harris, her recent efforts have been received much as if the Hindenburg operators kept trying to sell tickets for another little trip across the pond as the embers of the zeppelin were still glowing. For the Democrats, it’s panic time as they see their ‘blue wall’ of states crumbling, the campaign’s alienation of Black men, and open discussions amongst Democrats that there’s no time for Kamala to “get better.”

It is worth reiterating that anything is still possible in this race for the presidency, but one thing is for sure, no matter her outreach, or perhaps because she did engage in a widely-planned media blitz, Kamala’s leads have all but evaporated. As we head into the final 11 days, Trump is ahead, but within the margin of error, in every swing state.

But this is also a story about mood and enthusiasm. Even election forecaster Nate Silver says that, despite the numbers indicating a tight or tied race, his “gut” says that Trump is going to win, at least the electoral college, and take back the presidency. This is due to a number of factors, but most are feeling the momentum of the Trump campaign. Various hosts, pundits, and commentators on reliably leftist legacy media have expressed shock, surprise, and disappointment as they consider how bad of a candidate Kamala has been.

Just how bad is it? The results of a new poll from the Wall Street Journal are brutal for Harris. The paper reports that her campaign has spent $650 million and Trump $378 million on ads since the party conventions. Yet, their poll found that voters views of Harris turned negative, and even her approval rating as vice president declined.

Despite being massively out spent by Harris on advertisements and messaging, the newspaper notes, “By contrast, views of Trump have turned rosier. Voters recall his time as president more positively than at any point in this election cycle, with 52% approving and 48% disapproving of his performance in office—a 4-point positive job rating that contrasts with the 12-point negative rating for Harris.”

It’s not surprising that Americans have not been impressed. Let’s start with the many iterations of her campaign “theme,” meant to placate the voters with slogans instead of policies. Don’t forget we started with her being a “brat.” That was juvenile nonsense and lasted about a week. We then entered the “joy” phase. Until they morphed into being bitter, an affliction no doubt spread by Hillary Clinton and Liz Cheney. They then tried out the “happy warrior” mantra which was a Reagan creation. Next, they tried a new string of words, “turn the page,” meant to distract from their lack of policy ideas.  But this was also quite dumb as most people do want to turn the page, but away from Kamala and her boss Joe Biden.

Finally, it seems they’ve decided their closing slogan argument is—wait for it– “Trump is Hitler.” It isn’t the most original idea, but it’s the only one she has, because it’s the only idea the Democrats have ever had– smearing and defaming their opponents.

Hiding in Joe Biden’s basement and relying on the decade-old Orange Hitler Man Bad narrative has not impressed the American people. Voters want ideas and policies. The Harris campaign has had multiple chances and has simply refused to deliver.

Also strange is a doubling down on a lack of empathy during the ‘closing argument’ phase, but that’s what the Masters of the Universe over at Kamala Central have done. Biden has always faced criticism for lacking empathy, and now after Kamala’s infrequent forays into arenas where there were human beings it became clear it’s also not her strong suit.

Trump, on the other hand, strikes people is genuinely caring about them. His signature effort, the giant rallies, reflect his enjoyment of being around people and engaging with him. Moreover, his remarkable visit to a Philadelphia McDonald’s illustrates his mastery of what’s called “retail politics,” the ability to engage with voters in a personal way, having a significant and positive impact on people in the process. That was a successful and remarkable event not because he went to a McDonald’s to cook up french fries and hand them to the customers, it was because he enjoyed himself, was genuinely interested in what was happening, and truly invested in the people with whom he was engaging.

Some people thought that it would have been a perfect event for Kamala to have done, but she didn’t because she couldn’t. It was a simple action requiring curiosity, respect, and empathy, traits Democrats are sadly lacking in.

The rest of their “final argument” will still not be anything about policy as they lie by omission with their silence on every issue. That should concern everyone.

Instead, watch for even more gossip and anonymous stories fed to and moved by the Trump-hating legacy media in these days leading up to November 5th. Frankly, every negative thing you hear about Trump now requires suspicion, if not outright rejection, immediately. The Democrats are capable of everything. Artificial intelligence makes fake video and audio almost indistinguishable from the real thing, and legacy media will promote anything, regardless of its veracity.

The bad news for Kamala and all her pals is that Americans are fed up with the garbage, the lies, and the gaslighting. They want you to think that somehow the man you’ve been watching for decades is a secret Hitler loving, fascist, war mongering, unstable maniac. But then again, with the Democrats every accusation is a confession. The next couple of weeks, including the days after November 5th, are going to be a doozy no matter what. To take a liberty with what Bette Davis might advise, fasten your seatbelts, it’s going to be a bumpy few weeks!

Tammy Bruce, an Independent Conservative, has traversed a unique political journey that reflects her commitment to principles rather than party affiliations. She joined Fox News in 2005 as a Political Contributor, hosting her show “Get Tammy Bruce” on Fox Nation and providing insightful commentary on various issues for the Association for Mature Americans (AMAC).

The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of AMAC or AMAC Action.

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Shellback1181
Shellback1181
14 days ago

Kamala Harris is so incompetent. Her father was a Marxist, and so is she.

Bob L.
Bob L.
13 days ago

Those who have been conditioned to look for government to take care of things, no matter how trivial, are the ones who blindly follow the Socialist line. They have no comprehension of what the Constitution and it’s (original) limits on the federal level of government were.
Ben Franklin said it best “Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty or safety”.
I’m shocked at how many people I see who are actual SHEEPLE, believing everything they are told to follow without question by government edicts, rules, regulations, and mandates. I see Orwell’s 1984 in real life every day,

Theresa Coughlin
Theresa Coughlin
14 days ago

I hope Nate Silver’s right and Trump wins the presidency. The past four years of Biden-Harris have been a disaster and if (God forbid!) Harris and Walz win the next four years will be as bad if not worse.

anna hubert
anna hubert
14 days ago

Should she get in then those expecting the rainbows and pots of gold better get ready for it will not be party time.

BobA
BobA
13 days ago

You can see the panic setting in from the comments and new ads. She has added many lies which I hope sensible people see through.

WJS
WJS
14 days ago

Well, Tammy I hope that we don’t get too enthusiastic about this race and think it is going to be a big outcome only to be disappointed on what happened in the 2020 and 2022 elections. Funny as you have referred to “every accusation is a confession”, they (democrats) have been doing themselves these past four years and even in the Obama/Biden years what they claim Trump will do. Go figure.

Richard Morris
Richard Morris
13 days ago

PEOPLE ARE TIRED OF BEING LIED TO, DEMONUTS BLAMING TRUMP FOR THEIR SHORT COMINGS, NO POLICIES AND CLEAR DEFINITION FROM KAMALA AS TO HOW THINGS WILL BE DIFFERENT, HOW WE GET FROM WHERE WE ARE TO WHERE WE SHOULD BE.
WE ARE LIVING IN STRANGE BIBLICAL PRE TRIBULATION TIMES. WITH THE WARS GOING ON THAT ARE RAGING WE NEED A PRESIDENT WITH A BACKBONE WILLING TO STAND UP TO TRYANTS LIKE RUSSIA,CHINA,NORTH KOREA,IRAN.

Sheryl Kiskadden
Sheryl Kiskadden
13 days ago

I call it: The Democrat Desperation Show. It’s actually a comedy. I’d have popcorn but the economy is so bad that i can’t afford it.

Paula
Paula
13 days ago

She’s just absofreakinlutely crazy….lies and then lies some more to cover up the initial lie, how people are accepting her drivel is totally amazing to me. We voted RED early and just pray that a majority of sentient individuals will do the same!!

uncleferd
uncleferd
14 days ago

Vice President Harris is so transparently dishonest that she has often reminded me of my old childhood friend, Billy, who, at his own 4th birthday party, was so distracted by the festivities that he neglected to take a bathroom stop when needed. When the inevitable (and, resulting mess) occurred, he tried to “self-manage” the cleanup, and, blamed what was unmanageable on his rocking horse. Concerned by that level of creativity, is mother had everyone’s parents pick them up a bit early, to make a meaningful lesson of it for Billy. Of course, Ms. Harris’ parents have yet to intervene, though that could, at least, preserve their own reputations, given how conspicuous Kamala’s own ethical shortcomings have become…

Robert Zuccaro
Robert Zuccaro
13 days ago

Two weeks ago, he was “exhausted”. One week ago, it was “mental decline”. This week it’s “fascism”. What’s next week: an exhausted fascist in mental decline? Just shows the desperation, as well as the collusion of the press, the Democrats are at! And does anyone think if/when Trump wins both popular and electoral votes, there will be a peaceful transition? Remember how the Clintons sabotaged the “W” on the WH computers? Like BTO said: YOU AIN’T SEEN NOTHIN’ YET!

Myrna
Myrna
13 days ago

The democrats do accuse their competition of doing what they have already done and do not seem to know better.

Marie
Marie
13 days ago

It does not take a genius to make the right choice in this election if you do it with an open mind; Trumps term, no inflation, lowered taxes, high employment, peace in the world as our enemies behaved & respected Trump, gas at $1.75 and most of all, secured borders from terrorists & criminals. Harris’s almost four years just the opposite; open borders, high crime & deaths from illegals, gas & food prices more than doubled, financing Wars all over the world as our people’s needs are abandoned, and our enemies are emboldened to attack us under this weak governance of Biden & Harris. See the difference? Only an idiot will vote for the latter. May God bless all with wisdom.

uncleferd
uncleferd
13 days ago

Harris’ approach to PR seems to be focused on delivering her core messaging to the most persuadable voters among the voting population. She correctly assumes that those who are less aware of the issues will be more responsive to her simple, “feel-good” messaging, even though what she says is emotional bait that is void of discussion that most voters would view as well-defined candidate positioning. In other words, she still has a good chance of pulling out a victory by artfully servicing those who are least informed.

Richard Schwenderman
Richard Schwenderman
13 days ago

This strangely expanded election day stretched into months along with the insidiously fabricated unbelievable campaign ads leaves me seeing November 5 as National Sanity Recovery and Anxiety Relief Day.

Richard
Richard
13 days ago

I’m an animal welfare advocate and my info was sold to the DNC on the presumption that I’m sympathetic to the Democrat Party. Their fund raising emails are twice as many as what the GOP forwards, I’m a registered Republican. The Democrats claim that the Republicans have twice as much contributions incoming and funds available as the Democrats while mainstream media articles report the contrary that the Republicans are the ones with the lesser money. They lie even to their own donors and supporters. One message noted that this cycle there have been 130,000 individual contributors from $1 to the maximum $250 or “other”, with $7 the most often requested contribution.

Stephen Rapalyea
Stephen Rapalyea
11 days ago

Anyone who saw her response to two Christian men who showed up at her abortion rally she is in opposition to Christians. If Trump is Hitler, Kamala the baby killer is spawn of Satan! If “my body my choice “is your mantra” use birth control not killing the new human in your womb.

mike
mike
13 days ago

How could I vote for someone that I wouldn’t invite over for dinner?? Because, I’m not inviting him over for dinner!! It’s just that damned simple.
God willing, when he’s back in the White House, hang on to your shorts–the fight is just beginning not ending.
May God bless all of you with that can still have an independent thought.
Love, a 76 year old democrat.

John Shipway
John Shipway
14 days ago

This country is lost. So very, very lost. Though I would rather gnaw off an arm before voting for Kamela and will most likely vote for President Trump, its a sign of the moral decline of this country when we discover both candidates seem enthralled with continuing the ongoing mass murder of tens upon tens of thousands of :Palestinian children, women and old people in large part because the maniacal leader of a nation state that has literally bought our Congress, desires to stay out of prison for fraud on the part of himself and his equally demonic wife.
I can hear the screeches now but for Gods sake and the sake of your soul, do a little research before you bellow “LIES”.

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