Campaign Season: Chaotic and Stressful or Wild and Entertaining?

These days, it seems like Democrats and Republicans in the United States can hardly find common ground. However, one aspect they’ve collectively acknowledged is the pure madness the past few months have unleashed for both sides.

One Democratic strategist called this election cycle “topsy-turvy and traumatic,” whereas a Republican consultant coined it “chaotic, crazy, and fun.”

This election year has become a nightmare turned real for many Democrats. It even resulted in the briefest presidential campaign in the nation’s history.

Brett Bruen, a former official during Barack Obama’s presidency, chimed in, saying, “I believe we’ve [Democrats] lost our way.” He further elaborated, “It’s been quite the rollercoaster, and many of us are worried Biden simply isn’t up for another four years. If Harris doesn’t prevail in this race, it might just be because Biden clung to the office too long.”

Bruen emphasized that Kamala Harris found herself juggling a campaign without ample preparation or support. “She was placed in a position where she had to sprint from the get-go,” he noted.

He continued, explaining, “Not only did she need to assemble her team, but she also had to voice her policies effectively, which posed a significant challenge for her. How could she carve out her identity separate from Biden? There’s a loyalty factor at play, but also a lack of time to cultivate her own stance,” he shared.

The dynamics shifted dramatically when Joe Biden indicated he might step back.

Kevin Madden, who served as Mitt Romney’s spokesperson during the 2012 campaign, remarked, “The pivotal moment in this election was that late June debate. It was arguably the most significant presidential debate we’ve ever witnessed.” He added that the ramifications of this election cycle would resonate long into the future.

Jerrod Dobkin, working on a Republican Senate campaign in Pennsylvania, pointed out, “We’ve likely expended around $15 billion across all candidates and races, with much of the communication directed at our activist base rooted in fear—one side claims it’ll steal the election, while the other suggests that democracy itself is at stake.” He forecasted a substantial level of tension in the American electorate, making national unity a daunting challenge.

The thrilling chaos has been accentuated by two failed assassination attempts on the former president and current convicted felon, amplifying the drama of this historic election.

Amidst the turbulence, let us not overlook Donald Trump’s remarkable resurgence within the Republican Party, especially following his defeat in 2020. Jerrod Dobkin asserted, “If Trump wins, we may just witness the greatest political comeback in history.” He praised Trump’s “unique ability” to navigate through crises, asserting that he alone could forge a coalition to reunite the GOP.

“All this infighting among party members? In a way, I think it’s actually beneficial for democracy and the nation. Ideally, it leads to the best possible outcomes for everyone,” he noted thoughtfully.

As the dust begins to settle, both Democrats and Republicans will likely breathe a sigh of relief in hopes of putting this tumultuous campaign behind them. However, as polls close today, the end of one chapter brings forth a whirlwind of new uncertainties for both parties’ futures.

Edited by: Ali Musa

alimusa@axadletimes.com

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