Kamala Harris has once again pushed the theme of “fair share,” this time in the context of the ongoing dockworkers strike.

On Wednesday, Harris issued a statement advocating for striking longshoremen, arguing that they should receive a portion of the profits earned by shipping companies, many of which she highlighted as foreign-owned.

“This strike is about fairness. Foreign-owned shipping companies have made record profits and executive compensation has grown. The Longshoremen, who play a vital role transporting essential goods across America, deserve a fair share of these record profits,” Harris said.

Statement from Vice President Harris on the International Longshoremen’s Association Strike pic.twitter.com/R8mbSXbbMS

— Kamala HQ (@KamalaHQ) October 2, 2024

Patriotic beachwear for freedom lovers! Shop now and get 10% off with code RB10. Vet & LEO-founded.

Her remarks echo familiar Democratic talking points, portraying corporations as the opposition to hardworking Americans.

While Harris backs the dockworkers, critics point out that these workers already benefit from stable employment, strong wages, and benefits.

Harris’ support for the strike appears to be part of a broader effort to court union support in the lead-up to the November election.

However, the vice president’s comments do not seem to address the potential impact the strike may have on average Americans.

If prolonged, the strike could lead to supply chain disruptions, resulting in empty shelves and increased prices for essential goods, adding more pressure to families already struggling with inflation under the Biden-Harris administration.

Despite this, Harris shifted her focus to attack former President Donald Trump, accusing him of failing to stand up for American workers.

This is part of a larger narrative she and other Democratic leaders are using as they seek union support.

The absence of a formal endorsement from the influential Teamsters Union this election cycle is particularly noteworthy, as many rank-and-file members have shown a preference for Trump.

During a visit to a picket line at a Newark, New Jersey, port, FOX Business correspondent Jeff Flock encountered little enthusiasm from the striking workers when asked if they supported Harris.

“I have no hands,” Flock reported one dockworker saying, underscoring a general lack of public backing for the vice president among union members.

Harris’ comments come as Democrats face growing challenges in retaining the support of blue-collar workers, a demographic that once reliably backed the party.

In recent years, however, Democrats have been criticized for shifting their focus toward policies that many feel neglect the concerns of American workers, such as unchecked immigration and rising inflation.

The party’s response to the strike, with Harris championing the workers’ cause without acknowledging the broader economic risks, further highlights these concerns.

The dockworkers’ strike continues to raise uncertainty about its long-term effects, with both economic and political consequences hanging in the balance.

As Harris doubles down on her message of “fairness” and union solidarity, the response from union members may reveal whether the Democrats can continue to count on labor support heading into November.