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Bernstein says Kamala Harris’ pivot on crypto unlikely to sway voters

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Vice President Kamala Harris’ latest pivot to align with the crypto industry is unlikely to sway the crucial voter base in the upcoming US presidential election, Benzinga reported July 30, citing Bernstein analysts.

Reactive approach

In a bid to reset relations with the crypto sector, Harris has been actively reaching out to major firms in the industry. The initiative comes amid a noticeable shift in the political landscape, where digital assets are gaining bipartisan support.

However, Bernstein analysts are skeptical about the potential impact of Harris’ outreach. They argue that these efforts may not be enough to rival the substantial support former President Donald J. Trump has already secured within the crypto community.

According to Bernstein:

“Harris’s attempts to engage with crypto firms are noteworthy… [but] they may not be sufficient to alter the industry’s current leanings.”

Her recent engagements are seen as reactive rather than proactive, lacking the timely and significant policy changes needed to win over the industry.

The report highlighted that the Democratic Party’s regulatory stance has alienated many in the crypto sector, who now see the Trump administration as more favorable due to its clear pro-crypto policies.

Trump’s vocal support

Trump has garnered significant support from the crypto industry through a combination of pro-innovation rhetoric, deregulatory policies, and direct engagement with key figures in the sector.

His administration’s general support for free-market principles and lower corporate taxes resonated with the decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies.

Trump’s outreach to crypto companies and substantial donations from crypto-focused political action committees further cemented his position as a pro-crypto candidate — contrasting sharply with the Democratic Party’s perceived restrictive

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Author: Assad Jafri

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