BUCKS COUNTY – Keep focused. That’s the message from Pennsylvania Democratic Committee Chairman Sharif Street. Drama inevitably tugs. Soap opera tempts. The planted seed of division tantalizes.
Keep focused, says Street.
Now is the time for Democrats in battleground Pennsylvania to execute. They have 50,000 volunteers. They knocked on 1.3 million doors. GOTV is what they do. They need to do it, the chairman asserts.
Don’t get lulled into every poll.
Democrats, says Street, are up by one with a minute 30 seconds on the clock. They have the ball on their side of the 50. If they fumble, Trump will run it in for a touchdown or kick a field goal.
Don’t fumble, says Street – in so many words.
“I need people to stay focused,” says the chairman.
CNN analyst Van Jones last night after the town hall said Trump is lawless while people expect Democrat Kamala Harris “to be flawless.” She has to be “twice as good and work twice as hard,” Street acknowledged of the first Black woman nominated by either major party for the presidency. “But you don’t hear her whining about it,” he added of his candidate for president, a simultaneous dig at Trump, whose every attempt at communication contains a profusion of self-pity.
Finally, says Street, “If you care about housing, Kamala Harris is the person with the plan and a $25,000 grant for first-time homebuyers. If you’re for voting rights, Kamala Harris is the person standing up for democracy and not questioning the results of a fair and free election. If you care about women’s reproductive rights, Kamala Harris is the person defending women’s freedom, while Donald Trump and J.D. Vance laugh at women, and Kamala Harris fights for workers and labor while refusing to scapegoat immigrants, and every case, it is Kamala Harris focused on a plan for people – real people – while Donald Trump acts like a jackass and can’t figure it out.”
“Stay,” says Street, “focused.”
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As the midterm elections draw near, Insider NJ has reported that political strategist and consultant Street is urging Democrats to “stay focused” as Get Out the Vote (GOTV) efforts intensify. With crucial races across the country hanging in the balance, Street’s message serves as a reminder to Democrats of the importance of mobilizing their base and ensuring that every eligible voter casts their ballot on Election Day.
GOTV efforts are a critical component of any political campaign, as they aim to increase voter turnout and secure support for a particular candidate or party. In the lead-up to the midterms, Democrats are working tirelessly to rally their supporters, engage with undecided voters, and counter any voter suppression tactics that may be employed by their opponents.
Street’s call for Democrats to “stay focused” is particularly timely, as the final weeks of the campaign season can be chaotic and overwhelming. With constant news cycles, attack ads, and last-minute campaign events vying for voters’ attention, it can be easy for individuals to become distracted or disheartened. However, Street emphasizes the importance of remaining steadfast in their commitment to the cause and not losing sight of the ultimate goal: winning key races and advancing progressive policies.
In addition to urging Democrats to stay focused, Street also highlights the need for strategic planning and coordination in their GOTV efforts. By targeting key demographics, leveraging social media platforms, and utilizing grassroots organizing tactics, Democrats can maximize their impact and ensure that their message reaches as many voters as possible.
As the midterm elections approach, the stakes are high for Democrats across the country. With control of Congress hanging in the balance, every vote counts, making GOTV efforts more crucial than ever. By heeding Street’s advice to “stay focused” and redoubling their efforts in the final stretch of the campaign, Democrats can increase their chances of success on Election Day and secure a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
