Trump's Rule of Law Threat: Can Kamala Harris Save the Day?

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, an unexpected endorsement has shaken the political landscape. Alberto Gonzalez, former Attorney General under George W. Bush, has thrown his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris. In an op-ed for Politico, Gonzalez boldly declared that Donald Trump is "perhaps the most serious threat to the rule of law in a generation. " But does this endorsement truly represent a turning point for Harris, or is it a sign of desperation? Let's take a closer look at Gonzalez's claims. He argues that the president's integrity, honesty, and respect for institutions are the most important checks on abuses of power. But what if this assumption is wrong? What if a president's character is not the primary concern, but rather the policies they implement and the systems they put in place? Gonzalez also argues that a vice president has little to no influence on economic policy, which begs the question: why is Harris taking partial credit for significant executive decisions? Is she genuinely unaware of her role or is she deliberately trying to mislead the public? Furthermore, Gonzalez's criticism of Trump is not entirely surprising, but his praise for Harris is more ambiguous. He hopes she will be open to dissenting views and respectful of the power of all three branches of government. But what does this mean in practice? Will she truly listen to opposing perspectives, or is this just a marketing tactic to appeal to moderates?