Kamala Harris, one time favourite the Democratic nomination, reported to be pulling out of the race
So another one bites the dust
The big news from the US is the California Senator, Kamala Harris, is reported to be quitting the race for the nomination. This come less than six months after moving to the favourite slot following her performance in the first TV debate.
Unfortunately she was not able to follow that up and has dwindled in the polls. The latest surveys in Iowa, the first state to decide, have her down at 2-3%. She simply has not gained any traction.
This has not come as a shock and is surely a wise decision on her part. Her decision follows a similar move last month by the once fancied, Beto O’Rourke.
All this underlines what a massive challenge running for president actually is especially as at one stage she was up against more than 20 other contenders.
From my perspective this is a pity. I had a long-term bet on her at 66/1.