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🗞️ Driving the news: With Vice President Kamala Harris now the presumptive Democratic nominee, there's renewed energy within the party, especially among those previously unenthusiastic about a Biden-Trump rematch
• Michigan is emerging as a critical battleground, with Harris's campaign quickly mobilizing

🔭 The context: Harris secured the Democratic nomination with strong support from women, voters of color, and younger voters
• This shift follows concerns about President Biden's waning coalition, particularly among independents and labor union members

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Harris's campaign could redefine the Democratic strategy on issues like climate policy, potentially influencing voter turnout and policy focus in key battleground states

⏭️ What's next: The campaign will focus on solidifying Harris's coalition and addressing concerns from voters, including foreign policy stances, particularly in light of her recent comments on the Middle East

💬 One quote: “There’s a new energy that we didn’t have previously,” said Charity Dean, a business owner in Detroit

📈 One stat: In Michigan’s Democratic primary, 13.2% of voters chose “uncommitted” over Biden, signaling discontent with his leadership among some demographics

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