Harris’s leadership style contrasts sharply with Trump’s erratic behavior; she projects confidence and composure, appealing to a diverse coalition of voters including youth, women, and minorities. The election thus presents voters with a fundamental choice: a retreat into a reactionary past or an embrace of a hopeful future. As of late October 2024, Kamala Harris holds a slight lead over Donald Trump in national polling averages. The following table summarizes recent polling data;
| Polling Source | Harris (%) | Trump (%) | Margin (%) |
| Race to the WH | 49.7 | 47.1 | Harris +2.6 |
| Decision Desk HQ | 49.0 | 47.7 | Harris +1.3 |
| 270toWin | 49.1 | 47.6 | Harris +1.5 |
| FiveThirtyEight | 48.2 | 46.4 | Harris +1.8 |
| Silver Bulletin | 48.8 | 47.2 | Harris +1.6 |
Average Margin: Harris leads by approximately 1.76% across these polls
Source: The New York Times, 2024.
