Kamala Harris's campaign gets desi twist with 'RRR's 'Nacho Nacho'
As the US election season heats up, Kamala Harris's Democratic Party has unveiled a new campaign strategy aimed at Indian-origin American citizens. The party has adopted the popular song Nacho Nacho as its campaign anthem, reportedly. This song is a Hindi adaptation of Naatu Naatu, an Oscar-winning track from the Telugu blockbuster film RRR. The campaign features Indian-Americans expressing their support for Harris.
The song's popularity is expected to boost Harris's campaign
The widespread appeal of Nacho Nacho, beyond India, is anticipated to enhance the campaign's message and garner support for Harris from a broader South Asian electorate in the upcoming US Presidential elections. This strategic move comes after President Joe Biden withdrew his candidacy due to health concerns related to age. Harris's nomination has injected new vigor into the Democratic campaign against Donald Trump.
Harris and Trump's televised debate could be a turning point
Despite Harris's strong candidacy, Trump currently leads in popularity according to polls. However, the upcoming eagerly-awaited ABC News debate on Tuesday (September 10) between the two could potentially shift the dynamics of the race. Trump will need to moderate his typical use of insults and intimidation when facing Harris, a mixed-race candidate aspiring to be the first female president in US history.
Harris aims to connect with Americans during the debate
Harris will need to utilize the debate's large viewership to establish a connection with Americans, something she was unable to do as vice president and has had limited time for in her accelerated campaign. Previously, Trump has targeted Harris with comments about her country of origin and personal life. He has subjected Harris to racist and sexist taunts in his speeches, deliberately mispronouncing her name and labeling her "crazy" and a "Marxist."
