• Kamala Harris's campaign was initially perceived as a social movement aiming to reject Biden's status quo, but ultimately misread the electorate's anger and economic struggles, leading to a disconnect that contributed to Trump's return.
• Despite economic indicators showing recovery, such as low unemployment, these successes did not resonate with voters struggling with financial hardship and inflation, which they felt undermined their daily lives.
• Democratic messaging underestimated the severity of financial uncertainty for ordinary Americans, particularly amidst rising rents and food insecurity, leading to a growing number of homeless individuals and increased debt.

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