In her first major interview since becoming the Democratic nominee for president, Kamala Harris outlined her policy positions and approach to key issues. Speaking with CNN anchor Dana Bash, Harris emphasized a firmer stance on migration at the U.S. southern border and affirmed she would continue military aid to Israel, despite criticism.
Harris, who appeared alongside her vice presidential running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, also expressed a willingness to include a Republican in her cabinet if elected. She highlighted the value of diverse perspectives in decision-making for the benefit of the American people.
Since being named the Democratic candidate last month, Harris has gained traction in the polls, raised significant campaign funds, and delivered a series of impactful speeches. According to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll, she is leading Donald Trump by 4 percentage points, with her campaign generating renewed enthusiasm among voters.
Despite some critics questioning her performance in unscripted settings, Harris managed to navigate the interview without major errors. She defended her and President Biden’s handling of inflation, attributing high prices to the pandemic-stricken economy they inherited from Trump. While acknowledging progress, she admitted that prices remain too high.
Jeremi Suri, a professor at the University of Texas at Austin, noted that Harris came across as knowledgeable and a consensus builder but suggested she could have provided more specific details about her first-day plans if elected.
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Harris has adjusted some of her positions since her 2020 presidential bid, including taking a harder line on border migration and dropping her opposition to fracking, a contentious issue in swing states like Pennsylvania. She reassured that her core values remain unchanged despite these shifts.
In response to Trump’s disparaging remarks questioning her heritage, Harris dismissed them as part of his “same old tired playbook” and moved on. Trump, in a social media post, expressed eagerness to debate Harris and criticize her as a “fraud,” though he often mischaracterizes her views.
Harris’s interview, conducted in Savannah, Georgia, marked her first one-on-one with a major network or print journalist since Biden’s endorsement of her candidacy on July 21.
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