The political landscape in Pennsylvania is heating up as U.S. Senate candidate Dave McCormick takes aim at Vice President Kamala Harris in the wake of President Joe Biden suspending his reelection campaign and endorsing Harris. McCormick, who is vying for Senator Bob Casey’s seat, is using Harris’ past comments on banning fracking to highlight their differing views on energy policy.
McCormick, who has been aligning himself with former President Donald Trump on energy issues, released an ad clipping Harris’ most liberal comments and tying them to Casey’s endorsement of her. The ad will air during the Olympics in key Pennsylvania markets, emphasizing the contrast between the Biden-Harris administration’s energy policies and the vision McCormick and Trump have for the state.
During a tour of a natural gas pad in Warren, Pennsylvania, McCormick emphasized the importance of pro-energy policies that open up opportunities in Pennsylvania. He criticized the Biden-Harris administration for its approach to energy regulation, arguing that it has made the country more dependent on foreign sources of energy.
McCormick’s visit to Bull Run Energy highlighted the challenges faced by small gas and oil operations in Pennsylvania and the disconnect between federal regulations and the reality on the ground. He emphasized the need for a senator who understands the issues associated with the state’s energy economy and is committed to unleashing Pennsylvania’s energy potential.
The race between McCormick and Casey is shaping up to be a battle of contrasting views on energy policy and the direction of the country. McCormick’s focus on energy independence and national security stands in stark contrast to Casey’s support for responsible fracking and his record on holding corporations accountable. With the stakes high in Pennsylvania, voters will have a clear choice between two fundamentally different visions for the state and the country.
