Kamala Harris tries to side with Michigan workers
While Donald Trump was in Detroit, Michigan, Kamala Harris hosted a rally in Oakland County, her third rally of the day in this crucial state, after a rally in Grand Rapids and then Lansing.
The Democrat first thanked the Arab-American members present, whose state is home to one of the largest communities in the country. These voters traditionally tend to support the Democratic candidate in presidential elections, but this year they are highly critical of the Biden administration’s support for the war waged by Israel in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.
“I know this year has been very difficult, given the magnitude of the death and destruction in Gaza and the civilian casualties and displacement in Lebanon. “All of this is devastating.”declared, before seeing in the death of Yahya Sinouar, leader of Hamas, a “crucial moment”.
“Everyone must take this opportunity to end the war in Gaza. Take the hostages home. And end the suffering once and for all.”he urged.
The vice president also attacked her opponent for the November election, accusing Donald Trump of failing to deliver on his promises to create more manufacturing jobs. “Donald Trump is making the same empty promises as before, hoping you will forget how he let you down last time.”said.
He took the opportunity to broadcast a video in which his Republican rival denigrates workers in the automobile sector, in a state known for being a bastion of the automobile industry. “The work you do is complex. You do it very carefully.” she declared. donald trump “I had everything I needed,” he added, and he’s never had a job “That required calloused hands or an hourly wage.”
He said the Republican’s agenda – including the tariffs he wants to increase – would threaten new jobs in Michigan.
Kamala Harris also addressed the issue of abortion and promised that she “will sign[it] with pride so that it becomes law » a project that restores the federal right to voluntary termination of pregnancy.
In Michigan, early voting begins October 26 in most counties. For Detroit, it starts on October 19. “Our vote is our voice and your voice is your power”proclaimed Kamala Harris.
