In an opinion editorial by Hugh Hewitt, published by Fox News, the author critically examines the potential of Vice President Kamala Harris to assume the role of President.
Hewitt, a seasoned radio host and law professor, compares Harris's qualifications to those of former President Donald Trump, arguing that Trump's record of accomplishments and experience in selecting senior officials make him a more suitable candidate.
Hewitt asserts that Trump's legislative agenda would be a continuation of his first term, which included tax cuts, a defense build-up, support for allies like Israel, energy production, deregulation, and a significant reduction in the size and reach of the federal government. He contrasts this with Harris's lack of the necessary skills to be president, describing her as a "zero tools" political player.
Drawing from baseball jargon, Hewitt lists five essential "tools" or skills a president should possess. These include the ability to absorb complex data and make difficult decisions, experience in national security, familiarity with the federal administrative state, effective communication skills, and political negotiation and compromise skills. According to Hewitt, Harris lacks these tools.
While acknowledging Harris's eligibility for the presidency, Hewitt questions her competence based on her career trajectory. He notes her initial failure to pass the California Bar Exam and her roles as an assistant district attorney in San Francisco, Attorney General of California, and a brief stint in the United States Senate. Hewitt argues that these positions do not necessarily indicate her ability to lead the country effectively.
Hewitt criticizes Harris's performance as Vice President, particularly her handling of border issues. He claims that she and President Biden have failed to secure the southern border, leading to over 10 million migrants crossing it without invitation. He also criticizes their spending habits, which he believes have led to ruinous inflation and a lack of significant accomplishments.
Hewitt concludes by warning of the potential damage Harris's left-leaning policies could cause if she were to become president. He criticizes her "campaign of invisibility" and questions the media's complicity in maintaining her silence. In Hewitt's view, Harris would be the least credentialed, least impressive, and least prepared presidential candidate elected in the modern era.
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