Black voter turnout declines in Georgia and North Carolina raise concerns for Harris

Black voter turnout in Georgia and North Carolina is lower than in 2020, with black voters making up 25% and 18% of the electorate, down from 29% and 19%, respectively. This decline raises concerns for Vice President Kamala Harris in these key states. Despite the drop in black turnout, early voting among suburban voters in North Carolina has increased, with Harris receiving 51% support from this group. This contrasts with Biden's 39% support in 2020, suggesting some positive trends for Harris. Efforts to boost black voter support include targeted advertising and a new loan program for black entrepreneurs. A recent poll shows only 78% of black voters support Harris, significantly lower than Biden's 90% in 2020.