Kamala Harris's Campaign Strategy

Kamala Harris is currently addressing issues of race and gender by focusing on specific policies that resonate with voters of color and women, particularly regarding reproductive rights and abortion access. However, she tends to downplay her personal identity on the campaign trail, opting to identify primarily as an American rather than emphasizing her status as a woman or a person of color. This approach contrasts with that of former candidates like Barack Obama, who directly addressed his racial identity. Harris's strategy may reflect an effort to appeal to a broader electorate and avoid the pitfalls of identity politics that other candidates faced in previous elections.