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Many participants expressed concerns about Harris’s vague answers, particularly regarding how she plans to address the high costs of living in America. One key topic that raised doubts was Harris’s plan to tackle skyrocketing housing and household expenses. Out of the group, five respondents characterized Harris’s responses as unclear and lacking substance.
“I still don’t know what she is for,” said Mark Kadish, a 61-year-old entrepreneur from Florida. “There was no real meat and bones for her plans.” Similarly, Robert Wheeler, a security firm executive from Nevada who had been leaning toward Harris, was disappointed. “I felt like the whole debate was Kamala Harris telling me why not to vote for Donald Trump instead of why she’s the right candidate,” Wheeler said, adding that Trump provided more tangible policies during the debate.
The focus group was diverse, including four women and six men, eight White and two Black participants, reflecting a range of perspectives from undecided voters in key battleground states. Despite the small sample size, their opinions provide valuable insights into Harris’s challenge in appealing to undecided voters.
By Wednesday morning, more undecided voters began sharing their less-than-enthusiastic views on Harris’s debate performance. While mainstream commentators lauded her delivery, these voters were not as impressed, underscoring the disconnect between media coverage and the views of ordinary Americans.
The debate, broadcast on ABC News, featured the two candidates exchanging jabs over policy and leadership. Harris frequently targeted Trump’s record but often sidestepped direct answers on several key issues. Notably, she largely avoided discussing specifics, except for a few remarks on tax advantages for small businesses and working families.
Harris’s decision to focus on broad criticisms of Trump rather than outlining her own plans may backfire, especially as her campaign has faced accusations of copying policy sections from President Joe Biden’s website. In a recent move, Harris’s team removed controversial positions from her site, such as funding gender-change surgeries for inmates and immigrants and decriminalizing hard drugs.
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Meanwhile, Trump seems to have made significant strides in winning over undecided voters, particularly among key demographics. According to the latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll, Trump gained 14 points among independents and 19 points among Latino voters compared to August figures.
Trump now leads Harris by three points among independents, with 49% support compared to Harris’s 46%, marking a substantial shift since August, when Harris held an 11-point lead over Trump in this demographic.
The race among Latino voters has also tightened. In August, Trump led by 15 points, with 54% support to Harris’s 39%. As of the latest poll, Trump holds a slimmer lead, with 51% of Latino voters backing him compared to Harris’s 47%.
“When Trump and Harris square off in Philadelphia, the stakes are sky-high because the contest is so close,” said Dr. Lee M. Miringoff, director of the Marist Institute for Public Opinion. He added that voters who prioritize honesty tend to support Harris, while those seeking strong leadership are more inclined to favor Trump. The final outcome may hinge on how these voters ultimately define the most critical issues.
According to the poll, nearly 70% of Americans said they plan to watch the upcoming debate, with 30% of registered voters indicating it could sway their decision. However, the majority—69%—believe the debate will likely not have a major impact on the election’s outcome.
In a national contest involving multiple candidates, Harris holds a slim lead over Trump, edging him out 49% to 48%. This is a slight improvement for Trump, who trailed by three points in August when Harris led 48% to 45%.
As the election draws closer, both candidates are fighting hard for the support of undecided voters. Whether Harris can shift the narrative and appeal to more voters remains to be seen, but the pressure is mounting on both sides as the November 5th election nears.
Trump stated what he would do as president while Harris dance around and failed to say what she would because it is so far left that she would destroy any chance she might have of winning