The Commentary Magazine Podcast April Fool's: Kamala Harris
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Apr 1, 2025 Dive into the fascinating rise of Kamala Harris and the forces shaping her political journey. Explore the controversies around affirmative action and its impact on her candidacy. Delve into the potential risks of a Harris presidency, particularly in foreign policy. Reflect on the serious implications behind executive orders and the current debates over American history, cultural narratives, and generational perspectives. Finally, unpack the duality of America as both an idea and a geographical entity, raising questions about citizenship and individual liberties.
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Identity Politics and Qualifications
- Kamala Harris's near-presidency highlights identity politics' peak.
- Her lack of qualifications was overlooked due to her DEI status.
The Inflatable Candidate
- Harris's candidacy symbolizes the brazenness of liberal politics and its deceptive tactics.
- She represents an "inflatable candidate" who ultimately lacked substance.
Competence vs. Identity
- Competence outweighs identity in leadership. Harris's indecisiveness, not her identity, was her downfall.
- The shift occurred when elites of color began scolding working-class whites about their privilege.