American political strategist Scott Jennings has raised concerns over vice president Kamala Harris‘s polling numbers, claiming they are “not good.” A recent CNN poll conducted by SSRS shows Harris holding a 12-point lead over former President Donald Trump among voters under 35, with 52% supporting her against Trump’s 40%. However, Jennings points out that Harris struggles to connect with key demographics, including young voters, voters of colour, and working-class individuals, falling short of the levels achieved by the Biden administration in 2020.
“Trump’s base is immovable, and right now, his administration and him personally are more powerful and more popular than they have ever been,” Jennings remarked, underscoring the challenges the Biden administration faces in garnering support among these crucial groups. While Harris maintains a lead among younger voters, with female voters preferring her over Trump 53% to 39%, only about half of young registered voters feel extremely motivated to vote.
As both parties gear up for the race for the 47th US President, Harris’s approval ratings among young voters are raising questions about the Democratic Party’s prospects in the upcoming elections. Both Democrats and Republicans are ramping up efforts to undermine their opponents while praising their strengths. With the election approaching, the engagement of young voters could prove decisive in shaping the electoral outcome.