Failed Border Strategy on Kamala Harris

As the 2024 election approaches, Democrats are framing the contest as a critical battle for democracy against authoritarianism, with President Biden positioned as a protector of democratic values akin to Winston Churchill. This narrative is expected to be echoed by Vice President Kamala Harris, who has been tasked with addressing immigration issues. Meanwhile, the Republican Party, led by Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, is attempting to rebrand itself as the champion of the working class, appealing to those who feel overlooked by globalization and elite interests. The GOP's strategy includes redefining its base to attract working-class voters, with Trump often criticizing U.S. foreign policy and advocating for a focus on domestic welfare. This mirrors the post-World War II Labour Party in the U.K., which prioritized improving welfare over maintaining an empire. However, Democrats argue that such comparisons are misguided, emphasizing the need to convince voters that they represent the true interests of the American working class. Despite significant investments aimed at reducing migration from Central America, Harris's efforts have faced criticism due to the continued influx of unaccompanied migrant children at the U.S. border. Reports indicate that many of these children come from the same countries receiving U.S. aid, raising questions about the effectiveness of the initiatives. Critics point to stagnant wages in these regions as a contributing factor to ongoing migration. In response to Harris's immigration record, a conservative Catholic nonprofit has launched an ad campaign in Arizona, targeting key voter demographics. The ads highlight tragic incidents involving migrants, blaming Harris for perceived failures in border management. The campaign underscores a growing narrative among critics that Harris's policies have endangered both American citizens and vulnerable migrants, calling for a reevaluation of leadership on immigration issues.