Why Kamala Harris is stronger than you think

Plus, what to expect from Biden's primetime interview with ABC News [VIEW IN BROWSER]( MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news Friday, Jul. 05, 2024 THE LATEST [Alternate text] This could be Kamala Harris’ best chance to become president Paul Waldman The first time Kamala Harris ran for president, the result could generously be described as mediocre. Her campaign, [NBC News reported]( when she dropped out in December 2019 before any votes had been cast, “began with an explosion of enthusiasm but fizzled quickly.” Aside from a strong first debate performance — highlighted, ironically, by [a clash with Joe Biden]( — Harris never broke out of the middle of the primary pack. Memories of that failed bid hover over Harris as Democrats consider the possibility that Biden will abandon his attempt at re-election, leaving her the logical nominee of their party. Is she a strong enough campaigner to win a general election? Could she unite the party and win over independent voters? Would she be able to overcome the inevitable torrent of racism and misogyny headed her way? Not long ago, many Democrats would have answered no to those questions. But this is, to put it mildly, a unique circumstance. In fact, this may be the perfect circumstance, if not the only one, for Harris to win a presidential election. This is a preview of Paul Waldman's latest article. [Read the full column here.](     TOP STORIES [Alternate text] [JA'HAN JONES]( [Newly disbarred Rudy Giuliani has a new gig. And lawyers are likely taking notice.]( The former Trump lawyer, who was disbarred in New York this week, is working for conspiracy theorist Mike Lindell's media platform. [Read more.]( [A photo of John Roberts]( [HAYES BROWN]( [John Roberts shot down one of Trump’s most absurd claims — then gave him something better]( In refusing one plea from Trump, Roberts instead granted him an even more powerful shield from accountability. [Read more.]( [CHRIS HAYES]( [I refuse to concede the future of our democracy to Donald Trump]( Those of us who believe in the American experiment can’t prematurely surrender to the worst impulses of those who want to destroy it. [Read more.]( [RYAN TEAGUE BECKWITH]( [A symbol of hatred and division between these Maryland towns is finally replaced]( A metal barrier divided these two Maryland towns on racial lines. Now, it unites them. [Read more.](     TOP VIDEOS [Alternate text] [MSNBC REPORTS]( President Biden to sit down for extended, primetime interview with ABC News]( [WATCH NOW]( [A photo of Rishi Sunak]( [MORNING JOE]( [UK PM Rishi Sunak acknowledges defeat, apologizes to citizens]( [WATCH NOW]( [ALEX WAGNER TONIGHT]( [New poll shows what could happen if Kamala Harris runs against Trump]( [WATCH NOW]( [ANA CABRERA REPORTS]( [Where Trump's legal cases stand after Supreme Court immunity ruling]( [WATCH NOW]( MORE FROM MSNBC [Alternate text]     apple.co/msnbcpremium Subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts for ad-free listening and early access to the second season of Rachel Maddow’s hit original podcast, “Ultra.” The fourth episode is available Monday for free, but you can get it early and ad-free today on MSNBC Premium. Plus, get all of Rachel Maddow’s chart-topping original podcasts, including “Bag Man,” “Déjà News” and season one of “Ultra,” ad-free when you subscribe: [apple.co/msnbcpremium](     msnbc.com/democracy2024 On Saturday, September 7th, you can attend “MSNBC Live: Democracy 2024,” our premiere fan event in Brooklyn, New York. Hear thought-provoking conversations about the most pressing issues of our time, and take part in a sit-down dinner for an insider’s view of this critical moment in our democracy. [Buy your tickets now.](msnbc.com/democracy2024)     MSNBC INSIGHTS [Alternate text] Have you ever wanted to provide MSNBC with your opinion about their TV programs, documentaries, and digital products, such as MSNBC.com, newsletters, and podcasts? Now is your chance! [Join the MSNBC Insights Community.](   Download the MSNBC App: 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_daily)