Vice President Kamala Harris is actively campaigning ahead of the upcoming presidential election, with a focus on presenting her policies and appealing to voters who may not engage until late in the campaign. While Harris is seen as a strong candidate with a substantial platform, some Democratic senators, such as Jon Tester from Montana, are feeling the pressure as polling shows Harris’s unpopularity in some regions could impact their races. Nate Cohn from The New York Times highlights that Harris's campaign strategy is relatively generic, aligning her with mainstream Democratic values without heavily emphasizing her identity as a woman of color. The Democratic National Committee is responding to this electoral landscape by launching an advertising blitz in swing states, contrasting Harris’s vision for the future with that of Donald Trump. Despite challenges, recent polling indicates that Harris leads Trump in key battlegrounds like Nevada, suggesting a competitive race ahead. As the campaign progresses, the effectiveness of Harris's messaging and the impact on surrounding Democratic candidates remain critical factors.