In a recent op-ed for The New York Times, Hillary Clinton expressed her strong belief in Vice President Kamala Harris’ capability to triumph over Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election. Clinton, who faced Trump in the 2016 presidential race, praised Harris’ qualifications and readiness for the presidency.
“[Harris] is talented, experienced and ready to be president. And I know she can defeat Donald Trump,” Clinton wrote.
Following President Joe Biden’s announcement on Sunday that he would not seek reelection, Harris launched her presidential campaign. Her campaign set a record by raising $81 million in donations within the first 24 hours, surpassing $100 million by Tuesday. According to an Associated Press survey, Harris has also secured enough delegate support to become the Democratic nominee.
Clinton, who made history as the first woman to win a presidential nomination from a major U.S. political party, described Harris as representing “a fresh start for American politics” and offering a “hopeful, unifying vision.”
“[Harris] and the campaign will have to cut through the noise, and all of us as voters must be thoughtful about what we read, believe, and share,” Clinton emphasized.
Clinton also acknowledged the significant challenges Harris will encounter as a Black and South Asian woman. Trump has intensified his attacks on Harris, and Clinton pointed out the “flood of disinformation and the kind of ugly prejudice we’re already hearing from MAGA mouthpieces.”
Drawing from her own experiences as a female presidential candidate in 2016, Clinton highlighted the persistent sexism in American politics. “I know a thing or two about how hard it can be for strong women candidates to fight through the sexism and double standards of American politics,” she wrote. “I’ve been called a witch, a ‘nasty woman,’ and much worse.”
Clinton underscored Harris’ resilience and readiness for the challenges ahead. “Ms. Harris is chronically underestimated, as are so many women in politics, but she is well prepared for this moment … I look forward to hearing her prosecute a compelling case against Mr. Trump, who failed as a president the first time and is running on a dangerous agenda,” Clinton concluded.
As the campaign progresses, Clinton’s endorsement of Harris highlights the significance of overcoming biases and the importance of a thoughtful electorate in shaping the future of American politics.