United States Vice President Kamala Harris has enlisted the help of popular musicians to garner support in the lead-up to the November presidential election. On Saturday, Harris was joined by artists Lizzo and Usher at campaign events in Michigan and Georgia, key battleground states. Record early voting turnout across the country indicates high levels of voter enthusiasm, with states like North Carolina and Georgia breaking records for early-voting turnout.
During her campaign stops, Harris also addressed the ongoing conflict in Gaza and called for a ceasefire. Her visit to Michigan, which has a large Arab American population, aimed to build support among communities critical of US policy in the Middle East. Additionally, Harris and other speakers defended Detroit against recent criticism from former President Donald Trump, with Lizzo highlighting Detroit’s resilience and pride.
Harris’s use of celebrity endorsements, including from Taylor Swift, Oprah, and George Clooney, aligns with the Democratic Party’s strategy to leverage star power in this election cycle. While the impact of celebrity endorsements on voter behavior remains uncertain, Democrats continue to rally the support of high-profile figures like the Obamas, who are set to campaign in the final weeks leading up to the election. With Harris and Trump in a close race according to polling averages, both campaigns are making a final push to secure votes as the election draws near.
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