Vice President Kamala Harris's first major interview as a presidential nominee with CNN's Dana Bash was marked by her efforts to defend her policy shifts and clarify her agenda. Harris emphasized that her core values have not changed despite altering positions on key issues like fracking and illegal immigration, citing her experience as a prosecutor. The interview, conducted alongside her running mate Tim Walz, saw Harris speaking broadly about her plans to support the middle class and create an 'opportunity economy.' While some critics noted her responses were sometimes vague and lacked specifics, Harris maintained a calm and confident demeanor throughout. The interview was crucial for Harris to reintroduce herself to voters and show her readiness for the presidency amidst scrutiny from Republicans and the media.