When Vice President Kamala Harris became the Democratic nominee in North Carolina, there was a surge of new volunteers and voter registrations, particularly among women of color. GOP gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson’s scandal, where he called himself a “Black Nazi” and made extreme statements on abortion, has further energized Democrats in the state, especially among women. The Harris campaign is targeting Black voters, women in the suburbs, and Republicans turned off by Trump or Robinson. Voter registration among North Carolina women, especially Black women under 30, has seen a significant increase, indicating higher Democratic turnout. The state, won narrowly by Trump in 2020, is now seen as potential battleground due to changing demographics and Harris’ appeal to voters. Republicans remain confident in rural areas but are concerned about Robinson’s controversies affecting turnout. However, some see the GOP’s support for Robinson and Trump’s endorsement as a potential liability that could sway some Republican voters to the Democratic side. The race in North Carolina is expected to be close, with both parties focusing on the margins to secure victory. The upcoming election will be a test of whether the scandal surrounding Robinson will impact the GOP’s chances in the state.
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Campaign of Kamala Harris Targets Suburban Women as Crucial Element in North Carolina Strategy
