

“Kamala!”
Aug 13, 2020
Alyssa Mastromonaco, a former Obama White House strategist, joins LaTosha Brown, co-founder of the Black Voters Matter Fund, to discuss Kamala Harris's groundbreaking nomination as Vice President. They explore the historic significance of Harris as the first woman of color on a major party ticket and how this affects representation in politics. The conversation also delves into the strategic implications for voter engagement and the challenges Harris faces from racially charged rhetoric, highlighting the role of Black women in political leadership.
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Alyssa's Reaction
- Alyssa Mastromonaco learned of Kamala Harris's selection on CNN.
- She celebrated the historic pick, referencing Elizabeth Warren's enthusiastic phrase "Let's fucking go."
Historical Significance
- Jon Favreau reflected on the historical significance of Kamala Harris's nomination.
- He connected it to Obama's 2008 Iowa caucus win and the subsequent racial backlash that contributed to Trump's victory.
Safe Choice?
- Alyssa Mastromonaco challenged the notion of Kamala Harris being a "safe" choice.
- She highlighted the historical risks associated with female vice presidential candidates.