Vice President Kamala Harris has been touting herself as the “change candidate” in her presidential bid, but a recent survey suggests that voters are not buying into her message. Harris has consistently downplayed her differences with President Joe Biden, and a new poll has found that many voters believe she would do nothing differently than Biden if elected.
In a recent interview on The View, Harris was asked what she would have done differently than Biden in his first three and a half years in office. She struggled to come up with a single policy that she would have changed. “There is not a thing that comes to mind,” she replied, though later in the interview suggested that she would appoint a Republican to her cabinet.
When asked to elaborate on what changes she would bring to the administration, Harris stuck to a vague message about the importance of leadership and the need for a new generation of politicians. “I’m obviously not Joe Biden,” she said, “but it’s also true that I’m not Donald Trump.”
Harris’ comments have been seized upon by her opponents, who argue that voters can expect more of the same failed policies from a Harris administration. Former President Donald Trump and his allies have been quick to point out that Harris has struggled to articulate a clear vision for change, and that her record suggests she would be more of a continuation of Biden’s policies rather than a bold new direction.
The survey found that many voters are skeptical of Harris’ claims of being a change candidate, and are instead looking for a candidate who can offer a clear and compelling alternative to the status quo. Harris’ inability to articulate a clear vision for change has raised questions about her ability to inspire and motivate voters, and has put her campaign on the defensive as the election approaches.
