Vice President Kamala Harris openly acknowledged a personal challenge during a CNN town hall this week, admitting that she is not always quick to make on-the-spot decisions. When asked by Joe Donahue, a store worker, about her weaknesses and how she plans to address them, Harris offered an honest reflection on her approach to decision-making.
She explained that while she may not always provide an immediate answer to a specific policy question, she prefers taking the time to thoroughly research and evaluate the issue before responding. “I like to study it. I’m kind of a nerd sometimes, I admit,” Harris said, recognizing that this thoughtful approach may be seen as a weakness, especially in fast-paced settings like interviews where quick responses are expected. “Some may call that a weakness, but that’s how I operate,” she added.
Harris also acknowledged that she sometimes depends heavily on her team when making decisions, highlighting her belief in the power of collaboration. “I’m certainly not perfect. Some might consider it a weakness, but I actually view it as a strength: I deeply value having a team of incredibly smart people around me who bring diverse perspectives to the decision-making process,” she explained. “My team would tell you that I’m always saying, let’s kick the tires on that.”
This candid admission came as new polls indicated a shift in the race for the White House, with former President Donald Trump gaining momentum. With less than a week remaining until Election Day, new data shows Trump’s growing advantage. According to Nate Silver’s latest projections, Trump is likely to win key battleground states, giving him a 24.4% chance of winning all seven critical swing states in the 2024 election—a scenario considered the most probable outcome.
In comparison, Harris’ chances of securing victory in all battleground states are estimated at only 15.6%. However, the forecast suggests that if Harris were to win all the swing states except Arizona and Georgia, where Trump currently holds a lead, she could still find a path to victory. These shifting dynamics highlight the increasing intensity of the competition as the race enters its final days.