She stunned the public.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton recently shared an audio recording in which she describes a conversation with her husband, Bill Clinton, regarding her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. In the recording, part of the epilogue for her upcoming book, Something Lost, Something Gained, Clinton recalls her enthusiasm after speaking with Harris, saying, “This is exciting!”
The audio, initially aired on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe,” reveals Clinton’s support for Harris, whom she endorsed after initially backing President Biden. Clinton expressed her excitement about Harris potentially becoming the first female president, describing the prospect as exhilarating and hopeful. She imagines the moment Harris would take the oath of office as a significant step forward for the country, symbolizing progress and renewed optimism.
Clinton also took the opportunity to acknowledge President Biden’s contributions, noting that while Democrats will miss his leadership and empathy, they are gaining a new advocate and a refreshed campaign spirit with Harris. She highlighted Biden’s commendable service and the impact of his leadership, despite his departure from the forefront.
In an August interview, Clinton had discussed Harris’s position as the “underdog” in the presidential race, referencing the challenges posed by the Electoral College. Clinton drew parallels to her own 2016 campaign, where despite winning the popular vote, she fell short in key swing states. She emphasized the importance of supporting Harris through these challenges.
