(NewsNation) — Vice President Kamala Harris is delivering her closing message of the campaign, asking Americans to “turn the page” on the era of former President Donald Trump.
Her appearance on the National Mall will be the culmination of messages she’s delivered over the course of her campaign. She’ll be making the case to voters with a focus on Republican voters who are on the fence about voting for Trump and supporters of former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley who aren’t sure how to vote.
A senior campaign official told NewsNation Harris will be focusing on two very different visions of America. The event is being held in a strategic place in front of the White House for two reasons.
One is to paint a picture of the choice in front of Americans.
The second is a reminder of 2021, as she will be giving her speech from the very same spot Trump spoke to his supporters on Jan. 6, 2021, just before the riots at the U.S. Capitol.
The latest polling from Decision Desk HQ shows the race still neck and neck. As of Tuesday morning, Harris held a 0.8% lead based on 305 polls. Yesterday, it was Harris at 48.5% and Trump at 48%, still well within the margin of error.
Some Democratic lawmakers and strategists have said they are concerned that Harris is focusing so much on Trump, taking time away from other major campaign issues like the economy, immigration, health care and abortion.
A pro-Harris super PAC called Future Forward has warned that attacking Trump’s character or stamina is less effective than Harris highlighting her own policy proposals.
Voters have also said they want to hear more about her specific policy plans. Others have said they don’t like the fear-mongering and feel it contrasts with her vision of a positive, bright outlook on America.
However, the campaign said Harris is choosing to make her closing argument on the National Mall to draw a stark contrast between her and her opponent.
“One of the things I love about the American people is we can hold many thoughts at once,” Harris said on Friday, adding that bringing down costs is a priority in her agenda along with fighting for democracy and the freedom to make decisions about one’s own body.
