Vice President Kamala Harris marked Labor Day with a campaign stop in Detroit, emphasizing Michigan’s crucial role in the upcoming election. Her visit underscored Detroit’s long-standing tradition of hosting presidential candidates on the federal holiday dedicated to celebrating American workers.
Michigan remains a pivotal battleground state in the election. Speaking to supporters at Detroit’s Northwestern High School, Harris urged focus on the stakes rather than polls. “This race will be tight until the very end,” she said. “We’re campaigning like underdogs because we know what we’re fighting for.”
Harris’ visit also highlighted Michigan’s rich labor history, particularly in the auto industry. Her role in passing the Inflation Reduction Act, which includes significant clean energy investments, has been lauded by labor leaders. However, the debate continues, with Republicans, including former President Donald Trump, framing these policies as a push towards an electric vehicle mandate—a claim Harris’ campaign denies.
Harris’ Detroit stop follows a tradition of presidential hopefuls visiting the city on Labor Day, a practice dating back to figures like Adlai Stevenson, John F. Kennedy, and Lyndon B. Johnson.
