 Five have even failed to get their party's endorsement, yet some are arguing Harris' nomination should be a fait accompli if Biden steps aside. Primary campaigns are tests, and Harris, who ultimately dropped out before the Iowa caucus, failed hers. That doesn't mean she can never be president. Many unsuccessful presidential candidates have performed better in a subsequent campaign, but they had to beat out the other candidates. I think the staffer is totally right here. I think Kamala is mostly a joke. It's not that Republicans should be totally complacent.