“On behalf of the people, of every American, regardless of party, race, gender, or what language your grandmother speaks, I accept the nomination“said the vice president, 59, as she promised to lead the country toward “a new path“.
“I will be the president who unites us in our greatest aspirations,” said the lawyer. in the most important speech of his career.
Harris, dressed in a navy blue suit, the color of the Democratic Party, thanked President Joe Biden for the support for his candidacy after he dropped out of the race for re-election.
“The path that brought me here was, without a doubt, unexpected“Harris said to the more than 5 thousand delegates from the Democratic Party that nominated her. “But I am not unfamiliar with improbable twists.”
This election is a fight for our country, our future, and our fundamental freedoms and rights.
Tune in as I take the stage tonight as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States.
https://t.co/b0tEYzSJuu— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) August 23, 2024
Harris paid tribute to his parents as inspiring forces that marked her career, and spoke of her origins in her native California, as the daughter of immigrants (His father is Jamaican and his mother was Indian.).
“Fractured immigration system”
The vice president experienced a night of glory at the United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Blackhawks, cheered by tens of thousands of people.
It is now our turn to do what generations before us have done.
Guided by optimism and faith, to fight for this country we love.
So let’s get out there, and let’s fight for it.
Let’s get out there, and let’s vote for it. pic.twitter.com/WpZO0PhuHF
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) August 23, 2024
In a tone anchored in national unity, Harris addressed issues such as migration and American international policy.
He promised to reform “the fractured immigration system” of the country and not fall into the dilemma of choosing between a secure border or a more humanitarian scheme to deal with migration.
The middle class is where I come from. My mother taught us that opportunity is not available to everyone.
That’s why we will create what I call an opportunity economy, where everyone has the chance to compete and succeed.
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) August 23, 2024
“I know we can proudly wear our heritage as a nation of immigrants. (…) We can create a path to citizenship and secure our border,” he said, referring to a thorny issue for the Biden administration.
He also said he was working against the clock with the US president to achieve a truce agreement in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas, and he took a position on the lethal toll of the conflict that has already claimed more than 40,000 lives.
Kamala Harris’ full comments on Gaza and Israel at the #DNC: pic.twitter.com/L1KlXCaMz2
— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) August 23, 2024
“I will always support Israel’s right to defend itself.“Harris told the convention. “At the same time, what has happened in Gaza over the past ten months is devastating. So many lives have been lost… The scale of the suffering is heartbreaking,” she added.
“President Biden and I are working to end this war so that Israel is safe“The hostages will be released, the suffering in Gaza will end and the Palestinian people will be able to realize their right to dignity, security, freedom and self-determination,” he cried.
Tonight, @KamalaHarris showed the world what I have known to be true. She is ready on day one to be President and represents the best of America. Let’s get to work. pic.twitter.com/b4fejucl7F
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 23, 2024
Harris also promised to stand “firmly by Ukraine” and to the allied countries that are members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
The vice president dedicated space to attack her electoral rival, the Republican magnate Donald Trump, whom she accused of wanting “push back” the country.
The former president, “In many ways, he is not a serious man“he said, adding that “the consequences (…) of putting Donald Trump back in the White House are extremely serious.”
#BREAKING NEWS | Harris: Trump is an “unserious” man who would have “serious” consequences for the US pic.twitter.com/jaobmZNNIM
— EFE News (@EFEnoticias) August 23, 2024
Also, in a nod to her eventual foreign policy agenda, Harris said that if she becomes president, would not be “friendly with tyrants and dictators like Kim Jong-unwho are hoping for Trump to win.”
The Republican, who visited the border with Mexico on Thursday to reinforce his platform focused on anti-immigration policies, reacted on his Truth Social platform with a post in an ironic tone which he titled “Biden-Harris Accomplishments.”
“Proud”
Earlier, Biden, who on Monday opened the Democratic convention with a farewell speech after half a century on the political scene, gave Harris another boost on social media.
“I am proud to see my colleague Kamala Harris accept our nomination for president“She will be an outstanding president because she is fighting for our future,” he said.
Jill and I just spoke to @KamalaHarris — we can’t wait to watch her accept this historic nomination.
Kamala and Tim will inspire a generation and lead us into the future. pic.twitter.com/guKuTevT8F
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) August 23, 2024
The night of celebration The event was marked by words from political leaders, celebrities and the vice president’s own sister.Maya Harris, who also outlined a tribute to their mother.
Although rumors exploded on social media, Beyoncé was not presentwho lent his powerful song “Freedom” to Harris’ campaign.
Those who did participate were the singer Pinkwho performed a minimalist version of their hit “What About Us,” while the Texan trio The Chicks he sang the United States national anthem a cappella.
Harris arrived for her big night after heavyweights Barack and Michelle Obama, Bill and Hillary Clinton, and Nancy Pelosi, as well as emerging voices from the Democratic Party, took to the United Center to tell the country that she is the right choice.
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