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In the key battleground state of Georgia, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are locked in a tight race as the election approaches. Vivian Childs, a committed supporter of Trump, recently addressed a group of Republicans in Valdosta, emphasizing the importance of focusing on Trump’s economic achievements, immigration policies, and inflation concerns to sway Black voters.
National polling by The New York Times and Siena College shows Trump leading Harris by just one percentage point, 48% to 47%. With the margin of error at three points, the contest remains highly competitive.
Childs urged Trump’s team to highlight his accomplishments and vision for the future, asserting, “We are the party of hope and truth.” The urgency was palpable at Trump’s newly opened office, where volunteers were rallied to amplify Trump’s message. Despite Trump’s previous belief that he had Georgia secured, Harris’s entry into the race in July has energized Democratic voters and tightened the contest.
Harris’s candidacy has sparked significant interest, narrowing Trump’s earlier lead and making Georgia a crucial focus for both sides. The battle for the Black electorate, which constitutes a third of Georgia’s voters—the highest proportion among key battleground states—has become particularly fierce.
Trump’s efforts to gain Black support face challenges due to the community’s historical Democratic loyalty, his past controversial statements, and concerns about voter suppression linked to Republican policies. Although Childs acknowledged that Harris’s nomination initially shifted the dynamics in Georgia, she believes that enthusiasm for Harris is waning. She advocates for a focus on Trump’s achievements and policies that benefit all Americans.
A senior Trump campaign official noted a strategic push towards engaging young Black men, who may be disillusioned with Democratic leadership over economic issues and might view Trump as a better option for economic growth.
Trump and Harris Vie for Black Voters in Crucial Georgia Contest

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