Harris' Campaign Stumbles in Key Swing States as Economic Messaging Falters

Vice President Kamala Harris' decision to campaign with Liz Cheney and shift focus from economic issues dampened voter enthusiasm in Michigan and Pennsylvania.

• Polling data shows Harris' decision to campaign with former Republican Liz Cheney decreased enthusiasm among swing voters in Michigan and Pennsylvania.
• In both states, a majority of voters prioritized economic issues, particularly inflation and high prices, when deciding their vote.
• Harris' economic platform was popular, but voters believed Donald Trump was better equipped to address economic challenges and viewed him as the 'change candidate.'
• Independent voters in Michigan and Pennsylvania were significantly more enthusiastic about Harris when exposed to economic populist messaging than her collaboration with Cheney.
• Trump carried both Michigan and Pennsylvania by narrow margins, with voters citing the economy as the deciding factor in their support.

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