Opinion | How Trump Wins (and Harris and the Democrats Blow It)
Briefly

The Trump campaign's failure to define Kamala Harris in the critical months before the election underscored their political incompetence, leading to a surprise close victory.
Despite his campaign's numerous self-sabotages, Trump consistently achieves better-than-expected results, as shown by historical polling inaccuracies that downplay his support.
Harris managed to effectively define herself in the absence of opposition, illustrating how crucial early messaging is in shaping public perception before the election.
Trump's 2024 victory reflects a pattern of previous elections where polling underestimated his support, particularly in swing states that determined the outcome.
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