Obama is playing politics once again.
Former President Barack Obama is gearing up to campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris in key swing states, starting next week with a visit to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 10. This state is critical, boasting 19 Electoral College votes that could be pivotal in the upcoming election. Current polling indicates a neck-and-neck race between Harris and former President Donald Trump, highlighting the importance of this campaign effort.
Obama’s involvement underscores a strategic push as the 2024 presidential race enters its final weeks. Although it’s still unclear how many events he will attend alongside Harris, it’s expected that he will make appearances across several battleground states, including Arizona, Nevada, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Carolina, Georgia, and Pennsylvania. In these locations, recent polls show Harris and Trump are virtually tied, with margins of less than 2 percentage points separating the candidates.
Behind the scenes, Obama has been an influential figure, reportedly advocating for President Biden to step aside for Harris, whom Biden endorsed immediately upon his exit from the race. It took Obama four days to publicly support Harris after Biden’s withdrawal, suggesting a calculated approach to their campaign strategy.
In his earlier speeches, including a keynote at the Democratic National Convention, Obama painted Harris as a leader who would prioritize the concerns of the American people, asserting that she would focus on their challenges rather than her own. Interestingly, while Obama spoke at the convention, Harris opted to hold a campaign rally in Milwaukee, indicating her determination to connect directly with voters.
Adding to the intrigue, Obama’s half-brother, Malik Obama, has voiced support for Trump, claiming that Barack still holds significant influence over the political landscape. This familial divide underscores the tensions and dynamics at play as the election approaches, setting the stage for a fiercely contested battle. As Republicans gear up for the fight, the stakes in these swing states have never been higher.
