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[–] Soulg@sh.itjust.works 1 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)

Harris had concrete plans to tackle many, though not all, of the issues people actually care about. People voted for the man openly stating he will make those issues worse.

It's blatantly the fault of the voters. Until you people can get your heads out of your asses and join us in reality nothing will change.

[–] Tinidril@midwest.social 9 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

Truth. We definitely need to nominate better voters next cycle.

[–] wpb@lemmy.world 0 points 2 weeks ago (2 children)
[–] kandoh@reddthat.com 4 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

'No it isn't' without any citations is the laziest response ever and earns you my 'disregard opinions' tag next to your username

[–] wpb@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Two things:

  • that's literally what you did, assert some claim about her campaign without providing any evidence
  • you're asking me to prove a negative

If you have any leg to stand on, it shouldn't be hard to come up with a concrete example of what you mean.

[–] kandoh@reddthat.com 3 points 2 weeks ago

Housing Affordability:

  • Construct 3 million new housing units over 4 years
  • Provide up to $25,000 in down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers
  • Expand the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit
  • Create tax incentives for builders constructing starter homes for first-time buyers
  • Establish a $40 billion innovation fund to support local housing supply solutions[1][2]

Tax Relief and Economic Support:

  • Expand the child tax credit, including $6,000 for newborns and $3,600 per child for middle/lower-income families
  • Restore the Earned Income Tax Credit for those earning under $63,398
  • Pledge not to raise taxes on anyone earning less than $400,000 annually
  • Expand a startup tax deduction from $5,000 to $50,000 for small businesses[1][3]

Healthcare Costs:

  • Expand the $35 monthly insulin cap to all Americans (not just seniors)
  • Implement a $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket prescription costs
  • Work with states to abolish medical debt
  • Expand Affordable Care Act subsidies[1][3]

Climate and Clean Energy:

  • Invest in emerging clean industries, focusing on steel and cement production
  • Expand tax credits for affordable, energy-efficient housing
  • Accelerate implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act's climate provisions[4]

Worker Protections:

  • Support passage of the PRO Act to strengthen unions
  • Expand paths to good jobs without college degrees
  • Prioritize economic development nationally[4]

All topics that have been of significant concern to voters. Just not enough for them to turn out.

Citations: [1] What We Know About Kamala Harris' Policy Agenda Before ... - Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2024/09/10/what-we-know-about-kamala-harris-policy-agenda-before-tonights-debate/ [2] Harris Campaign Releases Plans to Lower Housing Costs https://nlihc.org/resource/harris-campaign-releases-plans-lower-housing-costs [3] Harris has proposed a slew of economic policies. Here's a look at ... https://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/harris-has-proposed-a-slew-of-economic-policies-heres-a-look-at-whats-in-them [4] Kamala Harris' New Economic Plan Is a Win for Climate, Clean ... https://www.evergreenaction.com/blog/kamala-harris-new-economic-plan-is-a-win-for-climate-clean-energy-manufacturing-and-the-middle-class-14 [5] Biden-Harris Administration Announces $6 Billion to Transform ... https://www.energy.gov/articles/biden-harris-administration-announces-6-billion-transform-americas-industrial-sector [6] FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Announces New ... https://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/news-updates/2024/10/16/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-new-commitments-to-bolster-innovative-and-clean-construction-materials-across-the-united-states/ [7] Kamala Harris reaches agreement on transition planning with Biden ... https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/kamala-harris-reaches-agreement-on-transition-planning-with-biden-administration-no-word-on-trump-yet/articleshow/113606134.cms [8] Kamala Harris' Economic Platform: What We Know - Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2024/10/14/what-to-know-about-kamala-harris-economic-agenda-as-she-announces-new-proposals-for-black-men/

[–] Soulg@sh.itjust.works 2 points 2 weeks ago

Right, so you expect me to believe that your own wilful ignorance is also her fault?