Harris criticized for failing to fulfill 'day one' promise to lower prices: 'What have you been doing the past four years?'

On her first day in office, Vice President Kamala Harris pledged to prioritize a price-fixing plan. However, critics have questioned why she hasn't managed to reduce inflation yet during her time in the executive branch.

"As President, Harris pledged to prioritize lowering prices on Day One. He vowed to combat illegal price gouging by big corporations and unfair rent increases by corporate landlords, affecting working families."

The vice president and presidential candidate faces a challenge in arguing about policy because she has not been able to enact changes during the Biden-Harris administration, a point that many commentators have highlighted.

Inquired Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, "What have you been doing the past four years?"

You are talking about something that happened 3.5 years ago on Day 1 for you, according to Collin Rugg, co-owner of Trending Politics.

"On the first day, we're supposed to vote for her because of the past four years, which we're supposed to pretend never happened," Substacker Jim Treacher wrote.

You've spent three-and-a-half years increasing costs.

Political scientist Josiah Lippincott remarked, "As vice president, why aren't you addressing these issues?"

"As VP, your first day was 4 years ago. Currently, you are running as VP while simultaneously running against the administration you are VP of, according to strategist Yossi Gestetner. He criticized your plan, stating that price controls reduce incentives to produce, which rescues supply but leaves more people with less."

Paul Szypula, a conservative commentator, contended that Kamala Harris is to blame for the economic problems, stating, "Over the past four years as Vice President, Kamala Harris has caused an average increase of 20% in prices. Inflation is the root cause of high prices, and Harris voted to make it that way."

"Joel Berry, managing editor of The Babylon Bee, shared a screenshot of his parody outlet's headline, "'I Will Fix Things If You Vote Me Into Office,' Says Woman Currently In Office.""

Other commentators slammed the policy itself.

Wall Street Silver, a finance and culture commentator, contended that historical and contemporary instances demonstrate the negative consequences of such policies.

"In the 1970s, Nixon's attempt at price controls failed, leading to shortages as companies reduced production due to inability to make a profit at the government-ordered price. Similarly, Kamala's socialist ideology could lead to a similar outcome in the US, turning us into Venezuela."

Red State's Bonchie stated that the implementation of this policy has resulted in economic devastation in every country where it has been attempted. Despite this, at least half of Americans will still believe it is a fantastic concept. While I am not predicting doom, it is likely that we are on a path towards it.

Red State columnist Buzz Patterson stated, "Communism doesn't work, as proven by the world multiple times."

"Libby Emmons, a conservative writer, stated that Kamala Harris plans to implement price controls in essential areas such as food and housing, similar to socialist countries. Additionally, she intends to hinder the creation of new jobs by abolishing tax cuts and incentives for corporate investment in the US."

Virginia Kruta, another conservative writer, also criticized the policy and Harris for supporting it.

"If you own a small grocery store or rent out a house or building, you will be at a disadvantage if a price control is put on larger corporate stores and landlords, as they will be forced to charge less than the little guys, and the little guys will lose."

On Friday, in Raleigh, North Carolina, Harris unveiled her economic strategy during a speech.

"If I am elected president, I will prioritize reducing expenses and enhancing economic stability for all Americans. As president, I will tackle the most pressing costs that affect the majority of Americans, such as the cost of food," she stated. "It is widely recognized that prices increased during the pandemic due to supply chain disruptions, but despite the improvement of our supply chains, prices remain excessively high."

She stated that while most businesses contribute to the economy and follow rules, some do not, and it is unacceptable. Therefore, action must be taken when necessary.