Kamala Harris Condemns Donald Trump as a Threat to U.S. Security and Well-Being, Calling Him a Fascist

During a recent CNN town hall on Wednesday night, Vice President Kamala Harris unleashed a significant critique of Donald Trump, branding him “a fascist.” This statement reinforces a previous, succinct evaluation made by John Kelly, who served as Trump’s chief of staff for an extended period.

In articles published in The New York Times and The Atlantic, Kelly conveyed that Trump admired the leadership style of Adolf Hitler’s generals. Harris adeptly utilized these unsettling insights, cautioning that Trump would readily abandon his Constitutional responsibilities for personal allegiance if he regained the presidency.

Q: Do you think Donald Trump is a fascist?Vice President Harris: Yes I do pic.twitter.com/qJa2RGDyWE

— Kamala HQ (@KamalaHQ) October 24, 2024

“In my view, Donald Trump poses a threat to both the safety and security of the United States,” Harris stated, asserting that if he were to return to power, he would not have the limitations that characterized his initial term, echoing sentiments expressed by his former aides.

However, current polling data highlights a complex electoral picture. The CNBC All-America Economic Survey indicates that Trump is narrowly ahead of Harris by 48% to 46% nationally, which sits within the survey’s margin of error. Notably, a significant majority of voters believe that their financial situations would improve under Trump by an 18-point margin (42% to 24%), despite his policies largely benefiting the wealthy.

This dichotomy extends beyond merely economic perspectives. Trump possesses a substantial 35-point lead concerning immigration issues and a 19-point advantage regarding crime and safety, even while he grapples with numerous criminal charges and endorses increasingly authoritarian views. Conversely, Harris holds significant leads on critical issues like abortion rights (31 points), climate change (60 points), and democracy safeguards (9 points). Interestingly, she emerges on top regarding general presidential capabilities, boasting double-digit advantages in mental health, physical fitness, honesty, and trustworthiness according to the same survey.

The Kamala Harris town hall was fine. She’s more than capable. Vote against the fascist, for god’s sake. The end.

— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) October 24, 2024

Despite the favorable indicators for Harris in various polls—along with Trump’s troubling behavior and rhetoric—she still doesn’t project a strong overall lead. This dynamic suggests that many likely Trump supporters either dismiss, show little concern over, or will readily accept his authoritarian attitudes, believing they won’t be adversely affected. The data conveys that Trump’s base remains steadfast, unfazed by his blatant disregard for marginalized communities, democratic norms, and legal frameworks.

This unwavering support persists despite Kelly’s statements asserting that Trump “clearly meets the general criteria of fascism” and would likely prefer operating in a manner free from legal limitations, just as he did in business.

Polling evidence suggests a division within the electorate where a considerable portion appears ready to forsake fundamental democratic values for projected economic benefits that lack a robust foundation—despite the reality that Trump’s actual policies would mainly favor the wealthy and deepen economic disparity.

The fact that Dana Bash is still questioning whether Kamala Harris has “closed the deal”even after Harris crushed the #CNNTownHall, which Trump—a literal fascist—blew off on account of dementia just proves that black people really do have to be twice as good to get half as much. pic.twitter.com/S2gFyu9kBa

— Piece of Resistance (@PieceDeReSister) October 24, 2024

This scenario illustrates a significant disconnect between voter perceptions and the realities of policy, especially within Trump’s working-class constituency, whom he often disparages without consequence. Supporters have misidentified their adversaries and effectively allied with those undermining their interests. The economic policies championed by Trump, in the past and likely in the future, will pose challenges not just to those already marginalized but also to his own supporters.

Harris’ bold description of Trump as a fascist, underpinned by the testimony from his former chief of staff, confronts an electorate where such issues seem less pressing than immediate economic concerns, even if those issues stem from policies that could worsen their situation.

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