Unique Campaign Dynamics

Kamala Harris's candidacy represents a historically unique scenario as she builds her campaign while also running it, a feat not seen in modern political history. After Joe Biden dropped out, Harris quickly rose to the nomination and was faced with the challenge of integrating a new staff and developing a strategic campaign plan in a tight timeframe. This necessitated rapid decisions about priorities, including the issues she would champion and the states she would target, all while trying to understand which parts of Biden's legacy to embrace or distance herself from as election day approached. The pressure on her senior advisor, Brian Fallon, is substantial as they navigate these complexities while aiming to appeal to various voter demographics and solidify her position in a competitive political landscape.