Vice President Kamala Harris energized a crowd of young voters at Michigan State University on Sunday night, making a final plea for support just two days before Election Day. The event, held at the Jenison Field House, was packed with thousands of students eager to hear her message, and Kamala Harris did not disappoint. Her speech came on the heels of a surprising Iowa poll showing a possible path to victory fueled by strong support from women voters, especially in swing states.
“We have momentum on our side, can you feel it?” Kamala Harris asked the enthusiastic crowd, drawing roaring cheers from her supporters. Harris framed the upcoming election as a critical moment in U.S. history, hinting at the high stakes of the close race against former President Donald Trump. With polls showing razor-thin margins in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, both campaigns have ramped up their efforts to sway undecided voters in these battleground states.
Addressing Key Issues: Gaza Conflict, Abortion Rights, and More
Kamala Harris touched on various issues, addressing topics close to the hearts of young voters, including the Israel-Gaza conflict. In a strong statement that resonated with the crowd, she pledged, if elected, to “do everything in my power to end the war in Gaza” and seek a peaceful resolution for both Israelis and Palestinians. This comment garnered enthusiastic applause, especially from Michigan’s substantial Arab-American community, some of whom had shown signs of leaning toward Trump amid frustrations over U.S. policy in the Middle East.
She also reaffirmed her commitment to protecting abortion rights, a subject of significant concern for many young female voters. “The fundamental freedom of a woman to make decisions about her own body” remains a cornerstone of her campaign, she emphasized. For students like Daphne Ruby, 21, and Brooke Racine, 19, Kamala Harris’s stance on both Gaza and abortion rights reflected a campaign sensitive to their generation’s pressing concerns.
Outreach to Key Demographics: Black and Arab-American Communities
Earlier in the day, Harris made stops in Detroit, where she visited a Black church and engaged with local businesses, emphasizing her commitment to the African American community. Speaking at the Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ, she highlighted the power of collective action and faith in shaping the nation’s future. “As a nation, we face real challenges, we carry real burdens,” she said, urging the congregation to rally behind her vision of unity and opportunity for all Americans.
In Pontiac, she met with community members at a local barbershop, a gesture aimed at engaging Black voters in Oakland County, a key battleground where Joe Biden won decisively in 2020. Harris’s campaign has made targeted efforts to retain and boost support among African American and Arab American voters, crucial groups in Michigan. Her acknowledgment of the Gaza conflict and outreach to Arab American leaders underscored her strategy to bridge divides and address the specific concerns of Michigan’s diverse population.
The Final Push: Kamala Harris Battling Trump in Key Swing States
The final stretch of Kamala Harris’s campaign has been marked by intense back-and-forth visits to swing states like Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, where both she and Trump have poured significant resources. While Trump rallied supporters in Pennsylvania, Harris focused on a broader message of hope and unity, steering clear of direct attacks. Her latest boost came from a Des Moines Register poll that showed her leading Trump among women by a substantial margin, 56-36, in Iowa, despite Trump’s overall edge among male voters.
With her final rally in Michigan, Kamala Harris expressed optimism about the campaign’s prospects. The turnout at Michigan State University and her reception at Detroit’s community hubs reflect her campaign’s confidence in its demographic strategy. In her words, “We have two days until we decide the fate of our nation,” she reminded her audience, urging them to vote. In an election season marked by high stakes and historical divides, Harris’s final push in Michigan underscores her resolve to clinch a victory in this crucial battleground state.
