In what turned out to be a less-than-stellar turnout, Vice President Kamala Harris faced a paltry gathering of just a few hundred supporters at a major campaign rally in Raleigh, North Carolina. The event on Friday, which unfolded at Wake Tech Community College’s campus on Friday afternoon, saw about 250 people in attendance—a major visualization of dwindling enthusiasm.

The rally, kicking off around 2:30, was supposed to bolster support and energize voters, but instead spotlighted the challenges Harris faces as she tried to explain the economic policies under the Biden administration. Harris discussed the rising costs of living—an issue biting Americans hard—under her and Biden’s tenure.

“A loaf of bread costs 50% more today than it did before the pandemic,” Harris said. “Ground beef is up almost 50%.”

The visuals from Raleigh told a story of disconnection rather than engagement, with vast swathes of empty space reflecting a sobering reality for the Vice President’s campaign team. The low turnout is particularly notable, given North Carolina’s significance as a battleground state that can sway heavily in national elections. Her speech concentrated on reducing living expenses and addressed several issues vital to the middle class, including tax relief and the costs associated with food, health care, and housing.

Harris has been attempting to distance herself from the Biden administration, which has been marred by high inflation and a public perception that conditions are deteriorating.

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Trump’s crowd | Kamala’s crowd
in NC in NC

Tells you all you need to know. pic.twitter.com/edoCYU2NlH

— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) August 16, 2024

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Not sure how this is a winning message.

The comments were made to a very small crowd in Raleigh, North Carolina.

“A loaf of bread costs 50% more today than it did before the… pic.twitter.com/LILBaFp7QC

— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) August 16, 2024

Kamala Harris’ record shattering crowd from Eagle Pass, Texas.#Kamala2024 #KamalaBringsUsJoy pic.twitter.com/fbyandkbhP

— Reza Chowdhury (@RezaC1) August 12, 2024

The side of the gym isn’t even filled for Kamala in Raleigh

There’s maybe 150 people there max pic.twitter.com/bh8DR0PnFW

— Jack Poso (@JackPosobiec) August 16, 2024

— Kylie Jane Kremer (@KylieJaneKremer) August 16, 2024

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Can someone please explain to me why Kamala continues to salute the military when getting on or off the plane?

She IS NOT the Commander In Chief.

She has not served in the military.

Am I missing something?

Here she is today leaving Joint Base Andrews, en route to Raleigh pic.twitter.com/iVSep1ePnU