Do the Republicans have a strategy to take on Kamala Harris? Why is the Vice-President being personally insulted?

Vice-President Kamala Harris is facing an onslaught of attacks by the Republicans and others on social media. She has been a victim of constant personal attacks aimed at her race, gender and other personal relationships. This may backfire on the Republicans, according to many within the party.

Donald Trump has called her “dumb” and as a DEI candidate, reflecting that she is not received the nomination based on merit. The Republicans will need to attain the support of some core groups within the electorate and these personal attacks on Harris may not help the cause, according to some Republicans. The Vice-President has also sharpened her attack on Trump calling him a ‘convicted felon’.

Attacks on Harris:

The various personal attacks may take the focus away from her policies, many of which are being targeted by Trump. The Republicans seek to target her on growing crimes in the US, the track record on economy and on the issue of illegal immigration.


Trump has attacked her as crazy, nut and dumb as a rock. Online, many of the individuals have made very sexualized attacks on the Vice-President and have discussed her past relationships in a very demeaning manner. This has raised questions on the level of political discourse in the country.

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Political impact:

Many of the Republicans including members of the African-American community who are members of the US Congress point out that these personal attacks on the Vice-President may upset the community to which Harris belongs to. The Afro-Americans are presently supporting the Democrats which has been indicated through various surveys. Trump is dealing with various legacy issues and these personal attacks do little to help the situation.

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Another key section of the voters who may not agree with these personal attacks are the women. Harris is speaking about key issues affecting the women and Trump is being portrayed as anti-woman. In this regard, Trump’s personal attacks on Harris does little to help the Republicans.

Harris unleashes attack on Trump:

The Vice-President is also attacking the former president and called him a convicted felon. She has also said that there are high chances he will use the Department of Justice to pursue his political opponents, if he wins the upcoming election. She has pointed out that as an Attorney, she has seen many Trump-like characters.

FAQs

Has Trump said anything about China during the ongoing election campaign?
The former president has lashed out at China and issued a warning. He has issued a warning that he will target them with sanctions after winning the presidential poll.

How has Trump’s campaign been with respect to his political opponents?
The former president is known to launch often personalized attacks on his political opponents. He is known to launch insults, imitations and ridicule.