Harris faces hurdles to build on momentum at convention

In is a forward-looking vision espoused with wide smiles by Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. “There, if disruptions on the floor are minimal, that would be a big difference from 1968, when the Democratic convention was marred by disruptions on the floor and violence outside the conventional hall,” she said. “When we told Vice President Harris that members of our community in Michigan are losing dozens and hundreds of their family members to Israel’s assault in Gaza, she said back: ‘It’s horrific.’ It’s clear to us that Vice President Harris can lead our country’s Gaza policy to a more humane place. Three more recent polls put the vice president up there by between 2 points and 4 points, with a RealClearPolitics average of several polls giving her a 2.4 percentage point lead. “Harris’ success in closing the gap [on Trump] is driven by her consolidation of the Democratic base, and increased support among independent voters,” Walter added.