KAMALA Harris’s recent election loss can be attributed to a variety of interconnected factors. While her late entrance into the race against Donald Trump may have been one consideration, it was the broader strategy or lack thereof that significantly impacted her campaign. From missed opportunities to address critical international issues to a strategic misalignment with key voter concerns, Harris’s candidacy faced substantial hurdles that her team was unable to overcome.

One of the primary challenges Harris encountered was her late entry into the election. This delay left limited time to establish a robust campaign strategy and cultivate meaningful connections with the American electorate. Unlike Trump, who had laid significant groundwork with a fervent base and clear agenda, Harris was still developing her platform. Her late start meant facing an uphill battle in gaining the traction necessary to challenge an opponent with years of consolidated support. Trump’s early involvement enabled him to present a cohesive narrative, resonating with voters familiar with his positions, while Harris struggled to establish comparable familiarity and rapport.

However, more than the timing of her entry, Harris’s party appeared to adopt a cautious, perhaps overly restrained, approach on several pressing issues. Chief among these was the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Palestine and Lebanon. For decades, the United States has been closely aligned with Israel, a position garnering both domestic and international critique, especially as conflicts have intensified and images of suffering circulated widely on social media. In this age of instantaneous digital communication, the American public........

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