Harris Gains Favorability as Presidential Candidate

Vice President Kamala Harris has seen a notable rise in her favorability ratings and poll standings as she campaigns for the presidency, with her support coming mainly from Democrats and independents who were previously reluctant to back her. Harris has managed to rebuild much of the 'Blue Wall' that helped elect Barack Obama and Joe Biden, but her lead in Pennsylvania remains unstable, although she has alternative paths to victory through states like Georgia, North Carolina, and Arizona. Media coverage has been overwhelmingly positive for Harris, contrasting sharply with the predominantly negative coverage of former President Donald Trump. Polls indicate that Harris has a slight edge over Trump nationally, with her lead being especially pronounced among younger voters, women, and independents. The Democratic National Convention has further boosted Harris's profile, with her favorability among Americans increasing from 39% at the start of summer to 48% currently.