She was just endorsed by a former president.
Former President Barack Obama has announced his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election. This support comes shortly after Harris officially launched her campaign, following President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the race. In a recent video, Obama, alongside former First Lady Michelle Obama, expressed their enthusiastic backing for Harris. Obama conveyed their pride in supporting her and their dedication to assisting her campaign. Michelle Obama also lauded Harris, deeming the moment historic and expressing her own pride in Harris’s candidacy.
Obama’s endorsement follows a period of close communication between him and Harris since her campaign launch. Sources suggest that Obama has been privately backing Harris and is considering joining her on the campaign trail. This endorsement aligns with Biden’s own recent endorsement of Harris, which contributed to a swift and cohesive show of support from the Democratic Party.
While Obama had previously supported Biden’s re-election bid, he had voiced concerns about Biden’s prospects after a less-than-strong debate performance. In contrast, Obama’s endorsement of Harris signals his confidence in her candidacy. Additionally, former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have also endorsed Harris, further solidifying her standing within the Democratic Party.
Obama and Harris have a long history of political collaboration. Obama backed Harris in her successful campaign for California attorney general in 2010 and supported her Senate run in 2016. Their relationship dates back to Harris’s tenure as San Francisco district attorney, during which she supported Obama’s presidential campaign. Furthermore, Obama appointed Harris’s brother-in-law, Tony West, to a significant role in the Justice Department, highlighting their deep-seated political connections.
