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What Next: Kamala Harris: Meme Queen to Madame President?
Jul 23, 2024
Slate senior writer Scaachi Koul discusses Kamala Harris's transition from meme icon to presidential candidate, exploring her balance of seriousness and humor, controversies, communication style, and campaign challenges. The podcast delves into Harris's evolution in the political landscape, addressing her biracial heritage, mixed record on criminal justice reform, and the impact of meme culture on her public image.
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- Kamala Harris faced challenges in articulating her roles effectively as Vice President.
- The Democratic Party strategized balancing her memeification with a more presidential image.
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Kamala Harris's Background and Political Career
Kamala Harris, a biracial woman of color and first-generation American, had parents who were liberal activists. Her career began as a deputy district attorney in California in the early '90s. Despite self-identifying as a progressive prosecutor, her record includes controversial actions like promoting truancy punishment and defending the death penalty.
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