During the first Pennsylvania news conference by the Harris campaign since Vice President Kamala Harris took over as the presumptive nominee from President Joe Biden, senior Democratic leaders and campaign officials emphasized that the race remains unchanged in the key battleground state.
The senior adviser of the Harris campaign in Pennsylvania, highlighted that while there have been shifts in signage, the core strategy for victory in Pennsylvania and across the country remains consistent. The campaign stressed that the path to victory has not deviated despite the change in the nominee.
Following the endorsement of Harris by Biden, there has been a surge in enthusiasm among supporters. The campaign reported a significant increase in volunteer sign-ups, with 2,500 people in Pennsylvania registering to volunteer within 24 hours of the announcement. This marked a fourfold increase compared to their previous best volunteer recruitment day.
The campaign's senior adviser noted that the staff is energized by the heightened enthusiasm from volunteers and voters. The momentum generated by the shift in nominees has been a driving force behind the increased engagement and support for the campaign.
Looking ahead, it was mentioned that Biden is expected to return to Pennsylvania to campaign for Harris. The campaign sees Vice President Harris as an exciting candidate who brings a new dynamic to the race, offering the opportunity to make history. However, the core focus of the campaign remains on highlighting the unfitness of Donald Trump to serve as president.
