What does VP pick Kamala Harris bring to the Democratic ticket?

Joe Biden’s selection of Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) as his vice presidential running mate “gives the Democratic Party an opportunity to seize the future and seize it in a way where voters see themselves reflected.” Senior Fellow Camille Busette examines Harris’ significance as a biracial Black woman VP candidate, her personal appeal and policy credentials, and momentum in politics for progress on racial equity and justice.

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What does VP pick Kamala Harris bring to the Democratic ticket?

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What does VP pick Kamala Harris bring to the Democratic ticket?

Camille Busette and Camille Busette Interim Vice President and Director - Governance Studies, Director - Race, Prosperity, and Inclusion Initiative @CamilleBusette Adrianna Pita Adrianna Pita Office of Communications

Camille Busette and Adrianna Pita