Profile: Who is Kamala Harris? (Part 2… VEEP!)

Aug 18, 2024

Kamala Harris, the first female Vice President of the United States, joins to discuss her journey and challenges in office. She shares insights on why Biden selected her and reflects on her historic role since 2020. The conversation delves into her struggles with public perception, particularly around border politics, and her passionate advocacy for reproductive rights. Harris highlights the importance of empowering messaging on 'freedom' in these debates, addressing pivotal moments that could shape her future ambitions and impact the 2024 election.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Kamala Harris: Navigating the Vice Presidency

01:34 • 9min

Border Politics: Navigating Controversy

10:13 • 8min

Empowering Messaging on Reproductive Rights

17:44 • 2min

Defining Moments of Vice Presidency

19:20 • 3min

It’s the second part of our Kamala Harris profile, as Americast takes a closer look at all the major candidates in the U.S. election. In this episode, Justin goes back to why Joe Biden picked Kamala Harris as his VP, and discusses what she stood for, and achieved during her time in the White House. Why did she lose confidence in 2021? Which issue redefined her, and which Democrats hope will be integral to success in the 2024 election? Americast is also profiling Donald Trump, and Vice Presidential candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance - look out for our special episodes over the coming weekends!

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