The Bunker – News without the nonsense Could Kamala Harris run for President again? – with The Guardian’s David Smith
Dec 4, 2024
David Smith, the Washington DC bureau chief for The Guardian, joins to dissect Kamala Harris's surprising presidential defeat and her potential comeback for 2028. They explore how this loss reflects the Democratic Party's ongoing identity crisis and the pressures it faces in today's political landscape. The discussion also touches on the challenges unique to women of color in politics and the impact of Biden's recent pardons, revealing the complex narratives of political accountability and the road ahead for Harris and her party.
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Harris's Potential Comeback and Democratic Soul-Searching
- Kamala Harris, despite losing the presidential election, is considering running again in 2028.
- Democrats are experiencing shock and internal division after their unexpected loss to Trump.
Varied Democratic Reactions to the Election Loss
- The Democratic and Republican parties are broad coalitions with differing views on the election outcome.
- Some Democrats believe the loss wasn't a total disaster, citing Harris's short campaign time.
Insider vs. Outsider Perspectives on the Election
- Some political commentators, deeply invested in the DC system, seem reluctant to admit fault for the Democratic loss.
- This insider perspective creates a disconnect with the public's understanding of the situation.