Kamala Harris Connects with the Nation Through Her Story in Democratic Nomination Acceptance Speech
[August 22, 2024]
Kamala Harris, the U.S. Democratic presidential candidate, introduced her life journey to the nation through her vice-presidential nomination acceptance speech at the convention on the 22nd local time. This speech serves as a crucial opportunity for Harris to convey her background and vision to the majority of the public.
According to the Washington Post (WP), Vice President Harris focused on preparing her speech with key aides at the Park Hyatt Hotel near Lake Michigan. She concentrated on refining and rehearsing the speech, recognizing it as one of the most significant moments in her political career.
Harris aimed to introduce herself to the public who may not be familiar with her through this speech. WP reported, "Harris's rapid political rise means that her personal story is not widely known," adding, "Harris wants to tell her story before the Republicans can distort it."
Harris became the presidential candidate unexpectedly following President Joe Biden's resignation, bypassing the typical party primary process. Thus, this acceptance speech is a vital opportunity for voters to get to know her better.
In her speech, Harris plans to emphasize her background, career, and understanding of the middle class. Her aides mentioned that Harris intends to connect her personal story with her policies and national vision.
Harris grew up in a middle-class family in California, and her growth and political journey are expected to be portrayed as a unique American story. She is also likely to emphasize her understanding of the middle class in contrast to the wealthy Republican candidate, former President Donald Trump.
In past campaigns, Vice President Harris shared her experiences growing up in a middle-class family and working at McDonald's during her youth, highlighting her understanding of the middle-class reality.
The Democratic National Convention, which began on the 19th at the United Center in Chicago, officially nominates Vice President Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as the party's presidential and vice-presidential candidates. Harris is set to present her vision for governance to the public on the final day.
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