Former President Barack Obama is preparing to re-enter the political spotlight, campaigning next week on behalf of Vice President Kamala Harris in a crucial push toward Election Day. Obama’s focus will be on key battleground states, starting with Pennsylvania, where polls show an incredibly tight race that could swing the outcome of the entire election. According to a senior campaign official, Obama is set to rally in the Pittsburgh area, a vital region for both parties, as Harris narrowly leads former President Donald Trump in recent surveys.
In other words folks this is a red alert. If things were going well for Kamala she wouldn’t need Obama.
Pennsylvania, often viewed as a bellwether state, has been a pivotal battleground in recent elections. A Fox News survey revealed that Harris leads Trump by just 2 points (50-48%) among registered voters, while the race remains deadlocked among likely voters at 49%. With President Biden having carried the state in 2020 by over 80,000 votes, Democrats are hoping to repeat that success, though the margin of error is slim. The stakes couldn’t be higher, and Obama’s presence on the campaign trail is expected to energize the base in this fiercely contested state.
Obama’s Senior Advisor, Eric Schultz, emphasized the gravity of this election, stating, “President Obama believes the stakes of this election could not be more consequential and that is why he is doing everything he can to help elect Vice President Harris.” His focus is not just on winning the White House but also on securing control of the U.S. Senate and flipping the House of Representatives. As voting begins, Obama’s efforts will center around persuading and mobilizing voters in states with critical races that could go down to the wire.
This isn’t Obama’s first time lending his star power to the Harris campaign. In August, he endorsed Harris during a powerful speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, where he declared that Harris is “ready for the job.” The former president spoke passionately about Harris’ long-standing commitment to fighting for everyday Americans, praising her work ethic and dedication to public service. Their political connection goes back two decades, when Harris supported Obama’s Senate run in Illinois and later played a key role in his 2008 presidential campaign.
Obama’s fundraising has already provided a significant boost to the Harris campaign, having raised $76 million so far, including $4 million at a recent fundraiser. As Election Day approaches, Obama will continue his efforts by signing fundraising emails, recording campaign ads, and taking part in a coordinated get-out-the-vote effort.
But it appears the “joy” is gone surrounding Kamala.
