Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz are preparing to embark on a bus tour through Pennsylvania. The tour, scheduled to kick off in Pittsburgh on Sunday, comes just days before the Democratic National Convention and underscores the importance of Pennsylvania in the upcoming election.
Kamala Harris loves a good bus tour! Can't wait for joyful gems like this from Pennsylvania in the coming days. 😂 😃 pic.twitter.com/b3KJDqJywr
— 🪷 Madam Auntie VP Kamala Harris for PRESIDENT! (@flywithkamala) August 14, 2024
The tour will commence in Pittsburgh, a major urban center in western Pennsylvania. Joining VP Harris and Gov. Walz will be their spouses, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and Minnesota First Lady Gwen Walz. The tour will include several stops, including retail locations, providing opportunities for direct interaction with voters.
American political strategist Scott Jennings said on Wednesday on CNN, "The person who wins Pennsylvania is highly likely to win the race." Pennsylvania, with its 19 electoral votes, has been a key swing state in recent presidential elections. In 2020, it was narrowly won by the Democratic ticket, and maintaining this support is likely a priority for the party. The tour allows the leaders to address specific concerns of Pennsylvania voters, demonstrating their commitment to the state.
