With Kamala Harris, Democrats would bet against US history of sexism, racism 

World
Politics
Pacific
Te Ao Māori
Sport
Business
Country
Local Democracy Reporting
Comment & Analysis
In Depth
Weather
WORLD22 Jul 2024
With Kamala Harris, Democrats would bet against US history of sexism, racism
8:18 am on 22 July 2024
Share this
Share on Twitter
Share on Facebook
Share via email
Share on Reddit
Share on Linked In
By Jeff Mason and Bianca Flowers, for Reuters
US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks on reproductive freedom at El Rio Neighborhood Center in Tucson, Arizona, on April 12, 2024. The top court in Arizona on April 9, 2024, ruled a 160-year-old near total ban on abortion is enforceable, thrusting the issue to the top of the agenda in a key US presidential election swing state. (Photo by Frederic J. Brown / AFP)File photo. If Kamala Harris was promoted to the top of the ticket, she would have barely three months to campaign and unite the party and donors behind her. Photo: AFP / Frederic J. Brown
Analysis - The Democratic party will be taking a historic gamble if it now turns to Vice President Kamala Harris to become its presidential candidate, betting that a Black woman can overcome racism, sexism and her own missteps as a politician to defeat Republican Donald Trump.
President Joe Biden, 81, announced on Sunday (local time) he was ending his campaign for re-election, while staying on as president for the remainder of his term. In a separate post on X, formerly Twitter, he endorsed Harris.
Read more:
Follow RNZ's live coverage of Biden's decision to quit the US presidential race
Biden has stepped aside - here's what happens next
Who could replace Biden?
"My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President. And it's been the best decision I've made," Biden wrote. "Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year."
Biden's decision comes after weeks of pressure f
Gossip often revolves around rumors, scandals, or personal information about celebrities, public figures, or sometimes even individuals in local communities. It tends to spread quickly through word of mouth, social media, and tabloid journalism. People are often curious about gossip because it offers insights into the personal lives of others and can create a sense of connection or intrigue. However, it's essential to approach gossip with caution, as it can be misleading or harmful when based on unfounded rumors or private details.