In a spirited exchange on CNBC, host Joe Kernen challenged Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo over Vice President Kamala Harris’ media engagement since her presidential campaign announcement. Kernen expressed the growing frustration among voters and the media regarding Harris’ limited accessibility, questioning Raimondo’s assertion that Harris’ stances are “crystal clear.” Despite Raimondo’s defense that Harris has been actively communicating with businesses and citizens, Kernen highlighted the Vice President’s scant media interactions, pointing out that her only recent interview was carefully curated and offered little in the way of direct clarity on her policies.
Raimondo stood by her position, suggesting that given the pressing timeline and the unique nature of this presidential race, Harris is prioritizing direct engagement with the electorate over media appearances. The discussion underscored the tension between the campaign’s strategy of direct voter contact and the demands for broader media transparency. Critics, including Kernen, argue that the public deserves more straightforward communication from a presidential nominee, particularly on policy specifics and campaign promises.
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