Kamala Harris boosts Black voter turnout ahead of Election Day
- Polling shows a rise in Black voter turnout intentions, with 69% of Black Americans now 'absolutely certain to vote.'
- Kamala Harris enjoys overwhelming support among Black voters, with 82% favoring her over Trump.
- The upcoming presidential debate will be crucial as both candidates prepare to address key issues and voter concerns.
Recent polling indicates a significant increase in Black voter engagement ahead of the upcoming Election Day, particularly following Vice President Kamala Harris's nomination. A Washington Post-Ipsos poll revealed that 69% of Black Americans are 'absolutely certain to vote,' a rise from 62% in April. Additionally, a New York Times poll showed that 56% of Black Americans are 'almost certain' to vote, with 33% indicating they are 'very likely' to participate. Notably, the intent to vote among Black women under 40 surged by 18 points since April, reaching 57%. Support for Harris among Black registered voters is strong, with 82% favoring her over former President Trump, who garnered only 12%. The New York Times poll also reflected a similar trend, with 78% of Black Americans expressing support for Harris compared to 14% for Trump. The margin of error for these polls is reported at 3.2%. Harris's support extends to various issues, with a commanding majority favoring her stance on immigration, where she holds 55% support. However, she faces challenges regarding trust on the Israel-Hamas conflict, where only 49% of Black Americans trust her to handle the situation. As the first presidential debate approaches, Trump is expected to focus on Harris's role in the 2021 troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, while her campaign aims to counter this narrative with endorsements from retired military leaders, emphasizing the complexities of the situation inherited from the previous administration.