In a significant show of support, former President v and former First Lady Michelle Obama have officially endorsed Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential race. The endorsement was revealed through a heartfelt one-minute video capturing a live phone call between the Obamas and Harris on July 26.
Barack and Michelle Obama Express Support and Confidence
During the video, Barack and Michelle Obama expressed their strong backing for Harris, stating, “Michelle and I couldn’t be prouder to endorse you and do everything we can to get you through this election and into the Oval Office.” The former first lady also conveyed her pride, calling the endorsement historic. Harris responded with gratitude, saying, “Thank you both. It means so much. And we’re gonna have some fun with this too.”
The campaign confirmed that the video was of the actual call, not a reenactment, showcasing the genuine nature of the endorsement. This endorsement comes at a crucial time as Harris’s campaign gains momentum following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the race due to declining poll numbers.
Impact of the Endorsement on the Presidential Race
Barack and Michelle Obama, who remains a highly influential figure in the Democratic Party, had previously refrained from endorsing a candidate during the primaries. His endorsement of Harris could significantly boost her campaign’s energy and fundraising efforts. It also suggests that Obama may actively support Harris on the campaign trail once she is officially confirmed as the Democratic nominee.
The former president’s endorsement was particularly awaited as he had held back while endorsements for Harris from other party leaders, including former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton, poured in. This delay in endorsement was interpreted by some as a strategic move to avoid the perception of a premature coronation.
Despite his earlier neutrality, Obama’s support is expected to provide a substantial boost to Harris’s campaign. His role in the primaries, much like in 2020 when he waited to endorse Joe Biden until after Senator Bernie Sanders had dropped out, has been to facilitate party unity once a nominee is clear.
Harris’s bid is gaining significant backing from across the Democratic Party, including endorsements from key figures and most Democratic governors. With her campaign rapidly gaining support, she is now on track to secure the Democratic nomination.
As the first Black woman to serve as California’s Attorney General and the second Black woman ever elected to the U.S. Senate, Harris represents a historic opportunity. If elected, she would become the first woman, the first Black woman, and the first person of South Asian descent to occupy the White House. This endorsement from the Obamas underscores the significant historic and symbolic value
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