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Kamala Harris, seeking the Democratic presidential nomination, outlined her economic plan in a speech in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Harris promised a pragmatic approach, focusing on practical solutions rather than ideology. She proposed investing $100 billion in manufacturing, along with investments in artificial intelligence, science, and energy. She also pledged to cut red tape and eliminate unnecessary college degree requirements for federal jobs.
Harris positioned herself as the candidate for the middle class, contrasting her plans with Republican rival Donald Trump, whom she portrayed as favoring the wealthy. She cited nonpartisan economists who found that Trump’s proposed tariffs would raise prices.
Pennsylvania voters attending the speech expressed concerns about the economy and confusion over Trump’s perceived economic strength. They cited Trump’s anti-union record and economic policies that they believe benefit the wealthy.
Harris’s economic plan includes expanding the child tax credit, addressing housing, food, and drug costs, and providing tax breaks for small businesses. She also emphasized investing in manufacturing and countering China’s global influence.