Vice President Kamala Harris announces her political plans for the immediate future
Kamala Harris Steps Away from Elected Office for Now
Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has announced that she will not run for governor of California in the upcoming election. Instead, she plans to focus on leadership and public service outside of elected office, including supporting Democrats nationally and developing new ways to serve the public.
Harris spent months considering a run for California governor but ultimately decided against it to allow new leadership to emerge and to pursue different avenues of service. She stated, “For now, my leadership—and public service—will not be in elected office,” indicating a pivot away from direct political office in the short term.
Reecie Colbert, a Democratic strategist, expressed that she's not surprised by Harris's decision as California governor is not a consolation prize from the White House. Colbert also highlighted Harris's advantage in the 2024 election, having already received 75 million votes. However, she predicted that the 2028 presidential race would be another "slugfest" similar to the 2019 and 2020 races, with a wide field of candidates potentially making it challenging for Harris.
If Harris were to run for president again, she would have an advantage as the most recent Democratic nominee with the most name ID. Harris suggested that she may pursue change through new methods and fresh thinking, while remaining committed to the same values and principles. She has two general elections under her belt and has shown a knack for connecting with voters.
U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove praised Harris for inspiring countless women to run for office. Kamlager-Dove stated that Harris has played a crucial role in shaping the next generation of California leaders. Harris said she would share more details about her plans post-vice presidency in the months ahead.
In summary, Kamala Harris is taking a strategic pause from elected office to engage in leadership roles and political support activities outside of formal elected positions, while leaving several future political options open. Her decision clears a path for Democrats seeking the office of governor in California, and her presence would be welcomed if she offers specifics on fighting against Trump in the 2028 presidential race.
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