Early voting has been underway for several weeks, covering key states essential for determining the winner of the election — Arizona, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Florida.
As noted by The Economist, the main contenders for the presidency, Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican President Donald Trump, are actively traveling across the country, fundraising and mobilizing voters.
According to national polls, Ms. Harris's approval ratings are gradually increasing. She has been steadily gaining support since August, following her official nomination at the Democratic Party convention. Currently, her lead over Trump stands at about three points nationally (49.1% vs. 47.7%). However, the American electoral system does not rely on a popular vote; ultimately, it is the electoral votes that matter.
Despite the stability in overall ratings, the campaigns of both candidates are highly intense and eventful. Donald Trump, the first former U.S. president in history to continue political activities after being convicted, has survived two assassination attempts during the campaign: one at a rally in Pennsylvania and another at his own golf course in Florida. Harris, who performed confidently in the only debate with Trump, continues to maintain a financial edge due to significant donations from her supporters.
Despite this, Harris's position is burdened by certain discontent regarding the policies of the Biden administration, from which she is attempting to distance herself. And while both campaigns cautiously avoid radical political positions, the contrast between the two candidates is clear.
Kamala Harris, a former prosecutor known for her tenacity and positive approach, stands in opposition to Trump, who is facing a series of serious legal accusations related to his attempts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
Source: economist .