Vice President Kamala Harris is set to hold a rally in Georgia, a battleground state where Democrats are feeling optimistic about their future. The party’s base, especially Black voters, is re-energized, but the challenge remains to turn this excitement into actual votes.
President Biden faced challenges in Georgia even before his decision to not seek re-election, with support waning compared to his narrow victory in the state four years ago. However, with Kamala Harris leading the charge, Democrats in Georgia are seeing a resurgence.
Organizers and supporters note that key parts of the party’s base, such as Black voters and young people, are once again engaged and enthusiastic. State Senator Nabilah Islam from Gwinnett County, a diverse area in Georgia, mentioned an increase in enthusiasm and support for Harris compared to before.
Supporters of Harris in Georgia are pointing to positive signs, such as a surge in new volunteers for her campaign and high attendance at virtual meetings with Black pastors and organizers. The upcoming rally is also expected to draw a large crowd, showcasing the growing excitement for Harris’s candidacy.
The event is especially significant as it could help mobilize Black voters, a crucial Democratic voting bloc in Georgia. Thousands have already signed up to attend Harris’s rally, indicating a level of enthusiasm that rivals that of former President Donald J. Trump’s rallies.
Overall, Democrats in Georgia are feeling hopeful about their chances with Kamala Harris leading the charge. The rally and the support it has garnered signal a potential shift in momentum for the party in the state as they look towards the upcoming election.