Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, has unveiled new details about her policy platform ahead of the 2024 United States presidential election. While the platform emphasizes fostering innovation in the U.S. economy, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are notably absent from her proposals.
The Harris-Walz Platform
On September 9, the Harris-Walz campaign updated its “issues” page, highlighting several key policy proposals aimed at differentiating their approach from that of the Republican nominee, Donald Trump. The platform, titled “A New Way Forward,” includes plans for tax cuts targeting working and middle-class Americans, as well as measures to encourage investment and innovation across various industries.
The campaign promises a “fairer” tax system designed to prioritize economic growth, especially in sectors such as artificial intelligence and semiconductors. However, it does not explicitly mention digital assets, in contrast to the Republican platform, which includes support for cryptocurrencies and other innovations.
The Biden Administration’s Influence
Harris’s platform appears to align closely with the policies of the Biden administration, which has largely refrained from making specific, bold statements on crypto. Given that Joe Biden has already announced he will not seek re-election, experts suggest that Harris may avoid taking a stance that directly contradicts the current administration’s approach to digital assets.
While Harris’s platform has yet to offer detailed policies on blockchain or cryptocurrency, senior advisor Brian Nelson has indicated that she would “support policies” designed to foster growth in the crypto industry.
Support for Pro-Crypto Policies
Despite the lack of specifics in her platform, several Democratic lawmakers and pro-crypto candidates have expressed support for Harris, seeing her candidacy as an opportunity to change the public’s perception of the Democratic Party‘s stance on digital assets. Some members of the Biden administration, who have backgrounds in crypto, have also joined Harris’s campaign or political action committees supporting her run.
Election Countdown
With 57 days remaining until **Election Day on November 5, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump remain neck and neck in the polls, particularly in key battleground states that are crucial for securing an Electoral College victory. The two candidates are set to meet for their first presidential debate on September 10, airing on ABC News.
