Ben Shapiro discusses how Kamala Harris prioritized fame over legislative impact during her time in the Senate. He highlights her performative questioning style and controversial bandwagon-jumping. The episode explores Harris's political journey, critique as a prosecutor, and eventual redemption as Joe Biden's vice presidential running mate.
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Kamala Harris prioritized self-promotion over legislative impact in the Senate.
Her theatrical and aggressive style overshadowed her contributions, leading to criticism and decline in candidacy.
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Kamala Harris's Stint in the Senate and Transition to Celebrity
Kamala Harris entered the Senate as a potential presidential candidate, dubbed as the 'female Barack Obama.' However, as her time in the Senate progressed, her public image deteriorated. Her attempts to solidify her celebrity status through appearances and remarks, such as her participation in the Women's March, were met with criticism for being inauthentic and overly theatrical.
Kamala Harris's Senate Role and Approach to Interrogation
In the Senate, Kamala Harris took on a prosecutorial role, focusing on questioning witnesses with a verbal and linguistic style that was perceived as annoying and insincere. Notable instances include her interruptions and interactions with Attorney General Jeff Sessions, where she failed to allow him to answer questions and veered into aggressive rhetoric. Her growing reputation for theatricality overshadowed her legislative contributions.
Kamala Harris's Controversial Role in the Kavanaugh Hearings
Kamala Harris sought to make a significant impact during Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation hearings, positioning herself as a challenger to his nomination. Her forceful interrogations, such as baseless accusations regarding conversations with a specific law firm, drew attention but were ultimately criticized for lack of substance. Despite her attempts to undermine Kavanaugh, he was confirmed to the Supreme Court.
Kamala Harris's Presidential Campaign and Downfall
Transitioning to a presidential campaign, Kamala Harris initially gained momentum, positioning herself as a progressive candidate with early success in fundraising and public support. However, her campaign faced internal struggles, strategic inconsistencies, and a series of missteps. Criticisms surrounding her record as a prosecutor, inconsistencies in policy stances, and personality traits like inauthenticity and lack of preparedness led to a rapid decline in her candidacy, culminating in the suspension of her campaign.
In her Senate tenure, Kamala Harris sought celebrity over substance. Ben Shapiro reveals how her grandstanding questioning style and performative outrage made headlines but provided minimal legislative impact. From playing prosecutor to jumping on controversial bandwagons, Kamala’s time in the Senate was more about self-promotion than public service.
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