Pod Save America 2020: Kamala Harris on American identity and secret recipes
Apr 17, 2019
Senator Kamala Harris shares her journey from attorney general to presidential candidate, discussing impactful criminal justice reforms and compassionate immigration policies. She reveals her priorities, including the LIFT Act and healthcare reforms like Medicare for All, while critiquing the Democratic Party's approach. Personal insights include her love for cooking and managing type 2 diabetes, highlighting the connections between food, community, and political identity. Get ready for candid moments that blend activism with her culinary adventures!
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Back on Track Program
- As San Francisco DA, Kamala Harris created a reentry program for first-time drug offenders.
- This program, called "Back on Track," focused on job skills and became a national model.
Truancy and Homicide
- Kamala Harris linked high school dropout rates to homicide rates among young people.
- She highlighted the importance of early education intervention and third-grade reading levels.
Case Against Trump
- Kamala Harris believes the case against Trump involves his policies, not just his character.
- She cites family separation, DACA reversal, and trade policies as examples.