From Slate Magazine · Aymann Ismail · · 1m 30s
Kamala Harris Reaches Out to Democratic Voters
Harris quietly reconnects with Democratic voters she once overlooked, aiming to mend post-2024 rifts.
In brief
Harris quietly reconnects with Democratic voters she once overlooked, aiming to mend post-2024 rifts. Harris reached out to Palestinian American activists to address Gaza concerns after losing the election, seeking to rebuild trust with Democratic voters. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Harris Teases 2028 Bid
Harris hinted at a presidential run at Al Sharpton’s convention.
“I might. I am thinking about it.”
Harris Contacts Left Wing
Harris privately reached out to New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and James Zogby.
Zogby’s Role in 2024
Zogby warned Democrats about Gaza funding risks before the election.
2024 Convention Efforts
Activists pushed for a Palestinian speaker at the Democratic convention.
Harris Rejects Speaker Request
Harris denied allowing a Palestinian speaker at the convention.
Harris Loses Michigan
Harris lost Michigan to Trump by under 100,000 votes.
Zogby’s Advice to Harris
Zogby urged Harris to speak off-script about Palestinian rights.
“Bill Clinton’s best lines were off script.”
Zogby’s 2028 Prediction
Zogby says Gaza will test Democratic candidates’ foreign policy resolve.
El-Sayed’s Campaign
Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan Senate race after Harris endorsed him.
Harris’s Memoir Reflection
Harris wrote she felt Biden’s comments on Gaza were inadequate.
El-Sayed’s View on Harris
El-Sayed hopes Harris runs authentically if she seeks re-election.
House Votes on Israel Aid
103 Democrats voted to cut $3.3 billion in Israel military aid.
Zogby’s Final Assessment
Zogby believes Harris can overcome 2024 if she acts on Gaza concerns.
“I think she could. I do. I do, I do.”
The essence
Harris reached out to Palestinian American activists to address Gaza concerns after losing the election, seeking to rebuild trust with Democratic voters.
