Staff Reports
In a spectacle that could only be described as a political comedy of errors, former CNN anchor Don Lemon recently attempted to rally support for the Biden administration in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Instead of applause, what Lemon received was a cold splash of reality as the locals took a hard pass on Vice President Kamala Harris, leaving the former newsman in a fit of frustration.
While hosting “The Don Lemon Show,” he set out to engage passersby about who they support politically. What he likely expected to hear were enthusiastic endorsements for Biden and Harris. Instead, the overwhelming response was a chorus of support for former President Donald Trump. With individuals declaring their unwavering loyalty to Trump, it was clear that Lemon’s mission to cozy up to the Biden agenda was going the way of a pinata at a conservative birthday party—complete with a good whack and lots of disappointment.
Don Lemon goes to Atlantic City, NJ. looking to promote Kamala Harris with voters.
Instead, it goes very, very wrong!#DonLemon #KamalaHarris2024 #DonaldTrump #election2024 #AtlanticCity pic.twitter.com/O6fr00Fkue
— Conservative Brief (@ConservBrief) August 18, 2024
Lemon attempted to pivot the conversation toward Harris’s suitability for leadership when an interviewee pointedly remarked that while she might be acceptable as vice president, she lacked the credentials necessary for the top job. This sentiment was not an outlier but rather echoed throughout the crowd, demonstrating that many Americans are not buying into the idea that Harris could effectively lead the nation. It’s almost as if Lemon had forgotten that the vice president’s prior qualifications include a rather lackluster record and a penchant for cackling at the most inopportune moments.
As the ex-CNN star bravely defended President Biden’s economic achievements—an uphill battle at best—he clashed with a local who boldly claimed they were in better financial shape under Trump. Lemon’s insistence that the economy was better under Biden had all the credibility of a two-dollar bill. The skeptical responses from the locals indicated that they are not exactly convinced by the mainstream media’s spin, revealing a disconnection between the Democratic narrative and the lived experiences of the American people.
One standout moment came when Lemon tried to navigate what he assumed was a gender bias against Harris, only to be met with a definitive rejection. The crowd wasn’t interested in playing the gender card; they were instead much more focused on issues like border security and the influx of illegal immigrants. One respondent brought it home by highlighting the frustration over legal versus illegal immigration, emphasizing the need to respect the law—a notion that seems lost on the current administration.
The segment concluded with Lemon half-jokingly wanting to leave Atlantic City, an apt reflection of his failed endeavor. If Lemon was hoping to create a groundswell of support for Biden and Harris, he instead found a stubborn audience that wasn’t having any of it. The clear message from the locals and their firm support for Trump suggests that the Democratic duo polls about as well as a lead balloon on a windy day. If this is the administration’s idea of progress, they might want to consider an exit strategy of their own.
