Kamala Harris inspires Democrats in Wisconsin's fastest-growing county
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Kamala Harris conjures up Democrats in Wisconsin's fastest-growing county

By UMass Mag

Democrats in Dane County, Wisconsin, are reporting a massive surge in enthusiasm for Kamala Harris in the state's fastest-growing county.

The AP reported:

Dane County, which includes Madison, is the fastest-growing county in the state, fueled by the combination of the University of Wisconsin and the workforce of the state capital.

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According to interviews with more than a dozen Madison Democrats, Harris' attention to specific party priorities, as well as her younger age and livelier style, have helped restore their enthusiasm.

Daniel Zaydman, 24, referred to Harris' public call in March for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamasa conflict that has divided the Democratic base. Biden also pushed for a ceasefire but continued to support arms sales to Israel, which is waging a war in Gaza that has left at least 39,000 Palestinian dead.

Democrats were exhausted at the prospect of having to re-run the 2020 election. Republicans weren't exactly thrilled with Trump either, but the party out of power is traditionally hungry to get back in power, no matter who the candidate is. Democrats needed a jolt of energy, and Harris delivered.

It is important that Harris is not burdened with the political dilemma surrounding Gaza. Biden must try to navigate the issue of achieving a ceasefire. The president bears the burden of being the last voice advocating for peace. The vice president could take a more outspoken stance on Gaza and call for a ceasefire.

Dane County is the Democratic stronghold in Wisconsin and key to Harris' victory in the state. An enthusiastic and growing Madison area can allow Democrats to garner enough votes to win statewide. Biden won Wisconsin by just 21 votes in 2020.

If Harris were to do the same, she would likely be the next president.

A motivated Dane County is a great sign for Democrats' prospects of keeping Wisconsin blue.

Jason is the managing editor. He is also a member of the White House press pool and a congressional correspondent for PoliticusUSA. Jason has a bachelor's degree in political science. His graduate work focused on public policy, with a specialization in social reform movements.

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