"Two absolute essentials must accompany any candidate who seeks to make a serious run for president, or even lesser but still powerful jobs like governor or U.S. senator: No one can make a serious run without serious funding. So multiple sources of big money are a must, as are major allies. Not only do these allies go on the road as surrogates at times,"
"He was initially reluctant or noncommittal when she asked for his endorsement just after former President Joe Biden gave up the Democratic nomination for his office and handed it off to Harris. Did Pritzker want a day or two to determine whether the party would accept Biden's edict and quickly anoint Harris as the candidate? Did he want to be offered an incentive? Both would have been reasonable responses to Harris's quick ascension."
Successful national campaigns require substantial funding and major allies who serve as surrogates and recruit donors. Harris publicly criticized prominent Democratic figures in ways that could alienate those allies and jeopardize future fundraising and endorsements. Harris expressed impatience with Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's hesitation to endorse after Joe Biden's withdrawal and challenged his pace. Harris also signaled friction with California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other long-standing political relationships. Publicly airing grievances toward powerful party figures risks losing essential financial backing and political cooperation needed for a serious 2028 campaign.
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