Harris promises ‘joyful warrior’ campaign in Wisconsin rally – Washington Examiner
During a joint rally in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) emphasized their optimistic campaign strategy, referring to themselves as “joyful warriors.” Addressing a lively crowd estimated at 12,000, which included a performance by the indie rock band Bon Iver, Harris expressed that hard work is essential for a brighter future. The event was marked by enthusiastic chants from the audience, showcasing strong support for their campaign.
Walz took the opportunity to criticize Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, claiming that his leadership contributes to chaos and division. Both campaigns are heavily targeting Wisconsin as a vital swing state, evident by the simultaneous arrival of Harris and Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH), who took the chance to voice concerns about Harris’s avoidance of the press. the rally highlighted the energy and commitment both candidates are bringing as they gear up for the upcoming election.
Harris promises ‘joyful warrior’ campaign in Wisconsin rally
Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) held their second joint rally Wednesday afternoon in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, continuing to project a positive image for their campaign.
“We are joyful warriors,” Harris said to waves of cheers at the outdoor event. “Because we know that while fighting for a brighter future may be hard work, hard work is good.”
Harris and Walz met plenty of enthusiasm during their event, with the crowd breaking into chants of “V-P Walz!” “We’re not going back!” and “They’re so weird!” among other things. The Harris campaign claimed that 12,000 people attended the event, which included a concert from Wisconsin-based indie rock band Bon Iver.
During his remarks, Walz aggressively went after Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.
“He mocks our laws, he sews chaos and division amongst the people,” Walz said, “and that’s to say nothing of the job he did as president.”
Walz even brought up marksmanship, saying he can “outshoot those guys.”
Both campaigns are heavily focused on Wisconsin as a critical swing state, with both Harris and Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) landing at the Eau Claire airport within minutes of each other. Vance got the fireworks between the two campaigns started early, as he walked over to reporters covering the vice president to call her out for avoiding the press.
Vance and Harris on the same tarmac in Eau Claire.
Vance comes over to cameras covering AF2 arrival…
“… hopefully it’s going to be my plane in a few months. I also thought you guys may get lonely, bc the VP doesn’t answer q’s from reporters…”
Vid: @WEAU13News pic.twitter.com/QhUS2MtEby
— James Stratton (@StrattonWISN) August 7, 2024
“Hopefully it’s going to be my plane in a few months,” Vance said. “I also thought you guys may get lonely because the vice president doesn’t answer questions from reporters,” he added, referencing the fact that Harris has yet to hold a press conference or interview since jumping into the 2024 race.
Harris and Vance did not speak during the encounter. Vance then left to speak at an aviation equipment manufacturer in Eau Claire.
At the Harris-Walz rally, the governor said he can’t wait until he gets the chance to debate Vance.
“Yes, they are creepy and weird as well,” Walz said. “We’re sure as hell not going back.”
As with other states, Wisconsin has swung toward the Democrats since Harris replaced President Joe Biden atop the ticket. She’s up by half a percentage point in Wisconsin, per the RealClearPolitics polling average.
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