Vice President Kamala Harris visited southeastern Georgia to shore up Democratic support, emphasizing the importance of mobilizing voters to win elections. She highlighted the success of Senators Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff, urging Georgians to replicate their efforts in past elections. Harris also unveiled plans for a tax credit proposal for startups and small businesses.
Her visit, part of a two-day bus tour with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, drew a large crowd to Savannah’s Enmarket Arena. Harris addressed the crowd and emphasized the importance of engaging with voters in all regions of Georgia, not just Atlanta. Protesters briefly interrupted her speech.
Democratic leaders in Savannah expressed appreciation for the campaign’s outreach, with Mayor Van Johnson indicating that the Harris campaign has helped expand party support in southeast Georgia. Harris’s presence has energized volunteers and supporters, with over 35,000 people joining volunteer efforts in Georgia after her announcement.
The success of Democrats in recent elections in Georgia, including Warnock and Ossoff’s victories in the Senate runoffs, has highlighted the importance of implementing a statewide strategy and engaging with diverse voter coalitions. The Harris campaign’s efforts to reach out to rural and suburban areas in Georgia have been seen as crucial for building support and winning key elections.
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