The Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol left a deep impression on young, undecided voters, leading them to view Trump as a traitor and untrustworthy, while they were far less favorable towards Kamala Harris, with ratings often in the threes, reflecting their uncertainty about her policies and intentions.
The group critiques Ms. Harris as disingenuous and invisible, while they harbor strong disdain towards Mr. Trump. Despite their better knowledge of Trump, the youth's doubts about Harris point to their need for clarity and connection, which she seems to struggle with.
Historical trends suggest that in close presidential races, a lesser-known candidate can appeal to undecided voters by positioning themselves as agents of change, often gaining traction against well-known opponents with negative images.
As I reflected during Harris's convention speech, I questioned whether her presentation would alter the perceptions of undecided young voters, caught between aversion to Trump and skepticism towards her.
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