Decisions should prioritize doing no harm while ensuring complementary relationships. Strategies in political campaigns can create distractions; targeting ineffective points can shift focus away from more relevant issues. For a candidate like Harris, effectively defining her identity is crucial, particularly when faced with attacks that don't address her core messaging. It’s essential for campaigns to stay focused on substantial issues rather than falling into traps set by opponents.
Pivot is at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago! Scott is stuck outside the security perimeter, but you'll still hear from him. Meanwhile, Kara sits down with CNN'S Audie Cornish and Politico's Eli Stokols to break down what Harris and the Democrats need to accomplish this week, and whether it matters that Harris hasn't done an interview since becoming the Democratic candidate. Plus, Governor Tim Walz joins TikTok with his signature dad humor. Can a TikTok ticket translate into actual votes?
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