Kamala Harris has a ton of momentum when Joe Biden dropped out. But now all of that has changed.
And Harris was smacked with a massive campaign loss that could end her run.
A recent Rasmussen Reports survey has sparked new debate about Vice President Kamala Harris’s qualifications, with a significant portion of Americans believing she is nothing more than a “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hire.” According to the poll, 41 percent of likely U.S. voters think it is fair to label Harris as such.
In contrast, 45 percent do not think the label is fair, and 15 percent remain undecided. This survey not only sheds light on Harris’s perceived qualifications but also on broader public sentiments toward DEI policies in America.
The term “DEI hire” has become a shorthand for accusing someone of being chosen based on identity politics rather than merit. For Vice President Harris, this label has followed her since the moment President Joe Biden selected her as his running mate.
Biden himself stated that his selection criteria included finding a woman of color, which immediately raised questions about whether Harris was chosen primarily for her demographic attributes rather than her qualifications.
Kamala Harris’s track record has done little to dispel these doubts. As Vice President, she has struggled to assert herself as a competent and effective leader. Her inability to articulate coherent responses in interviews, her mishandling of key issues like the southern border crisis, and her overall lack of accomplishments have led many to question her competence.
Critics argue that Harris’s role in the administration has been more symbolic than substantive, furthering the notion that she was chosen to fill a diversity quota rather than to lead.
The Rasmussen survey didn’t just focus on Harris; it also explored the public’s views on DEI policies in general. A key finding was that 27 percent of voters believe it is racist to criticize DEI policies, while 49 percent disagree. This division highlights the growing controversy surrounding DEI initiatives, which have been increasingly implemented in both the public and private sectors.
For many conservatives, DEI policies represent a dangerous trend toward prioritizing identity over merit. The fact that nearly half of likely voters do not see criticism of these policies as racist suggests that a significant portion of the American electorate is skeptical of the DEI agenda.
Among those familiar with DEI policies, 59 percent believe that criticism should not be considered racist, indicating that those who understand these policies are more likely to oppose them.
The survey also reveals stark partisan and gender differences in opinions about DEI policies and Kamala Harris. Among Democrats, 44 percent believe it is racist to criticize DEI policies, compared to just 17 percent of Republicans.
This partisan split underscores the deep ideological divide in the country, where liberals are more likely to support DEI initiatives and view them as essential for promoting equity, while conservatives see them as an overreach that undermines meritocracy.
Similarly, gender differences were apparent. Women were more likely than men to believe it was unfair to label Harris as a DEI hire. This could be attributed to the idea that women, particularly women of color, might identify with Harris’s struggles and see the criticism as a broader attack on their own opportunities and achievements. However, the fact remains that Harris’s tenure as Vice President has been fraught with criticism, much of it well-deserved based on her performance.
The debate over Kamala Harris’s qualifications is a microcosm of the larger battle over DEI policies in America. Critics argue that by focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion, institutions are sacrificing merit and competence.
This has profound implications for the future of the country, as it could lead to a decline in standards across various sectors, including government, education, and business.
For Kamala Harris, the DEI label is more than just an insult—it’s a reflection of the widespread belief that she is not up to the task of being Vice President. Her lackluster performance in office only reinforces this perception. While her defenders may argue that the criticism is rooted in racism or sexism, the reality is that many Americans simply do not see her as qualified for the job.
The Rasmussen Reports survey highlights the growing skepticism among Americans regarding Kamala Harris’s qualifications and DEI policies in general.
As more people question whether Harris was chosen for her skills or her identity, the debate over DEI will likely continue to intensify. In a nation that prides itself on meritocracy, the idea that someone could ascend to one of the highest offices in the land based on anything other than qualifications is deeply troubling.
As we look to the future, it is crucial to consider whether DEI policies are truly serving the best interests of the country or if they are undermining the very principles that have made America great.
Kamala Harris’s tenure as Vice President may very well serve as a case study in the dangers of prioritizing diversity over competence.
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