Obama Endorses Kamala Harris


Hold onto your hats, because we've got some big news in the world of politics. Barack and Michelle Obama have officially thrown their support behind Kamala Harris for the Democratic Party presidential nomination and the general election. This endorsement is a game-changer, solidifying Harris's position as the presumptive nominee.

The Democratic National Committee is planning a virtual roll call to avoid any floor chaos, and with heavyweights like the Obamas, Clintons, Nancy Pelosi, and Chuck Schumer backing her, it’s hard to imagine any scenario where Harris doesn’t get the nod. This support allows her to operate with confidence, bypassing any sense of disunity within her party.

But let’s talk about Harris herself. Recently, a clearly scripted and focus-grouped call between her and the Obamas was released, showcasing her trademark style. Here’s how it went down:

Barack Obama: Kamala!

Kamala Harris: Hi!

Michelle Obama: Hey there.

Kamala Harris: Ah, hi, you're both together.

Michelle Obama: I can't have this phone call without saying to my girl Kamala that I am proud of you. This is going to be historic.

Barack Obama: We called to say, Michelle and I couldn't be prouder to endorse you and to do everything we can to get you through this election and into the Oval Office.

Kamala Harris: Oh, my goodness. Michelle, Barack, this just means so much to me. I'm looking forward to doing this with the two of you, Doug and I both, and getting out there, being on the road, but most of all, I just want to tell you, the words you have spoken and the friendship you have given over all these years mean more than I can express. So thank you both so much, and uh, we're gonna have some fun with this too, aren't we?

Now, if you’ve followed Harris’s career, you know she has a reputation for being, well, a bit inauthentic. This call, with its carefully planned and overly staged moments, is classic Harris. It brings to mind her "we did it, Joe" call from 2020. She seems to think these staged calls are impactful, but many see right through them.

The real issue here is Harris’s biggest liability: her inauthenticity. Ironically, this may also be her strength. Her pre-packaged approach means she’s less likely to have a public meltdown like we’ve seen with other politicians. She’ll have every debate line memorized, every stump speech nailed down to the word. Expect her to avoid unscripted interviews, which were damaging during her primary campaign. The infamous cackle? Likely to be kept under wraps.

This brings us to the Republican strategy. Trump, who had a scatter-shot approach against Biden, might need to change tactics. Harris represents a different kind of challenge. She’s an intersectional figure with strong support from the press. Underestimating the power of a unified Democratic Party and a supportive media could be a costly mistake for Republicans.

Message discipline will be key in countering Harris. The press can keep up the positive coverage, portraying her as a return to normalcy, which could resonate with voters.

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