Kamala Harris: A Candidate More Fit for Hollywood than the White House

 

The media’s attempt to rebrand Harris as a strong leader is an insult to voters, masking her glaring incompetence with carefully staged appearances and scripted speeches. In plain terms, Kamala Harris has shown more expertise in photo ops than in actual policymaking, making her the least qualified presidential candidate since Dan Quayle.

When it comes to the 2024 U.S. Presidential race, it seems like Kamala Harris has pulled a rabbit out of the hat. Just a few weeks ago, she was barely on anyone’s radar, overshadowed by the larger-than-life figure of Donald Trump. Now, thanks to the liberal media, Harris is being celebrated as a superstar. How did we get here? The sudden shift feels more like a product rollout than a natural political rise, and it’s worth examining how media narratives can sometimes be like prescription drugs: they keep you hooked on the storyline they want you to believe.

Kamala Harris, the current Vice President, seemed to have disappeared from public discourse for a good portion of the Biden administration. While President Biden faced a slew of challenges, from the border crisis to inflation, Harris largely stayed in the background. Until recently, it was almost as if she was the "invisible vice president," with many Americans questioning her role and qualifications, particularly in areas like foreign policy and economic management. Her limited public appearances often revolved around ceremonial duties, far from the high-stakes decision-making usually associated with the presidency.

However, as we inch closer to the 2024 election, something remarkable has happened: Harris has reemerged as a significant figure in the race for the White House. In just a matter of weeks, major networks like CNN and ABC have turned Harris into a household name, as though she’s always been a key player in the political arena. The New York Times ran a piece portraying her as a vital voice in the administration, and suddenly, she’s appearing on every major news outlet, smiling, speaking confidently, and connecting with voters. The liberal media machine appears to have undergone a complete pivot—one that seems too orchestrated to be organic.

This transformation brings to mind the way pharmaceutical companies market maintenance drugs. The initial buzz is light, but over time, the messaging intensifies until it’s everywhere. Just like you wouldn’t notice a mild cold until you see an ad for a drug that claims to treat it, suddenly Harris is everywhere, and now you’re supposed to believe she’s the solution to America’s problems. The media has essentially created a Kamala Harris "brand," and just like any good marketing campaign, it’s designed to keep people engaged and invested.

Let’s not forget, Harris has had her share of struggles and controversies. From her tenure as California’s Attorney General, where she was criticized for her tough stance on minor drug offenses, to her muddled position on healthcare during the 2020 Democratic primaries, she hasn’t always been a media darling. Just a month ago, polls suggested that most Americans were unsure about her qualifications to step into the role of president. But now, as if by magic, she’s being hailed as a strong, competent leader.

It’s crucial to examine how this metamorphosis took place. Back in July, Harris’s approval rating was at a dismal 39%, according to a CNN poll. She struggled with criticisms about her lack of concrete action on the southern border crisis, which many considered a failure of her leadership. Critics pointed out that Harris had little to say about the rising number of illegal crossings, and her diplomatic trips to Guatemala and Mexico were seen as largely ineffective. Similarly, her economic policies have been vague at best, often echoing Biden’s talking points without offering anything new or innovative.

Then there’s foreign policy. Harris’s inexperience on the world stage was glaringly obvious when she visited Southeast Asia in 2021, where she stumbled through press conferences and avoided tough questions about China’s growing influence in the region. Compared to Trump, who despite his polarizing presence is seen as a strong figure in foreign affairs—having brokered peace deals in the Middle East and taken a hard stance against China—Harris seems like a novice. Yet, here we are in late 2023, and the liberal media is presenting her as a formidable challenger to Trump.

Speaking of Trump, he’s still the dominant figure in the GOP, and despite his legal challenges and polarizing rhetoric, he remains a force to be reckoned with. Trump, known for his ability to rile up his base, has largely been unfazed by the media’s newfound adoration for Harris. While the media tends to portray him as a reckless demagogue, his supporters see him as someone who delivers on his promises, particularly when it comes to the economy and national security. The contrast between Trump’s brash, no-nonsense approach and Harris’s polished media persona couldn’t be starker.

The way CNN, ABC, and the New York Times have pivoted to promote Harris as a legitimate contender is a testament to the power of media narratives. Just like pharmaceutical companies keep patients coming back for more with promises of better health, the liberal media seems intent on keeping Harris in the spotlight, pushing her as the antidote to Trumpism. Whether or not this strategy will be successful remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the liberal media is playing a long game, and they’re counting on voters to stay tuned in, just like patients dependent on maintenance drugs.

The Harris resurgence story also reveals how selective the media can be. When Harris faltered early in her vice-presidency, the same outlets now championing her were eerily quiet. Now that the race for the White House is heating up, they’ve dusted off her image and given her a makeover. If this isn’t media manipulation, what is?

Of course, this is not to say that Harris doesn’t have her strengths. She’s a skilled orator, and her background as a former prosecutor allows her to handle debates and interviews with poise. But to paint her as a political heavyweight in the same league as Trump, a man who has held the highest office in the land and continues to dominate the Republican Party, seems disingenuous at best.

As we move closer to the 2024 election, the media will likely continue its campaign to keep Harris in the headlines, just as pharmaceutical companies keep patients reliant on their products. The question is whether American voters will buy into this rebranding effort or see it for what it is: a carefully constructed narrative designed to maintain their interest, even if it means ignoring some inconvenient truths.

In the end, it’s almost as if the liberal media is prescribing Kamala Harris like a drug—take two doses a day and see if the symptoms of Trumpism go away. And just like with any medication, you have to wonder about the side effects.