Harris's Path to Victory: Engaging with the Enemy on Crime

In the midst of the Democratic National Convention, Republican strategist Greg Strimple made a striking comment on Kamala Harris's campaign strategy. Strimple suggested that Harris should take a bold, unexpected approach to appeal to swing and independent voters, particularly in the contentious issue of crime. While some may question the audacity of a middle-aged white man commenting on Black Chicago, Strimple's advice echoes the successful strategies of former Democratic presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. Harris must seize this opportunity to position herself in the political center and win over the undecided voters she needs.As the Democratic nominee, Harris faces the challenge of addressing the issue of gun violence in cities like Chicago, which has been exacerbated by failed Democratic leadership. However, she has the upper hand with her impressive record as a prosecutor in California, where she took on sexual abusers and forced banks to provide mortgage relief to families affected by the foreclosure crisis. Harris can turn the tables on Trump by engaging him on his own turf. Trump has made the border crisis a central theme of his campaign, but he has no intention of addressing the issue. Harris can expose his hypocrisy and desperation by pledging to sign the bipartisan border security bill that Trump killed. This message will resonate with voters and highlight the stark contrast between the two the two candidates.