Obama Campaigns for Democrats in North Carolina

Former President Barack Obama has campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris in Charlotte, North Carolina, a critical state for Democrats, which they have not won since 2008. His presence aims to boost voter turnout in Mecklenburg County, where past low Democratic turnout has hindered electoral success. During his speech, Obama criticized Donald Trump and his associates, highlighting troubling remarks made by Trump and one of his supporters. With early voting underway, Republican turnout is reportedly high while Black voter turnout remains low, raising concerns for Democrats. The Harris campaign is leveraging Obama's popularity to engage persuadable voters and emphasize the importance of the upcoming election. Local leaders are optimistic that better organization and funding for the Democratic Party will improve turnout this time around.