Kamala Harris Speaks to Sold-Out Crowd in Los Angeles as Part of Book Tour
Former Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to a sold-out crowd at the Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday evening as part of her book tour promoting her memoir, “107 Days.” The event, moderated by actor Kerry Washington, was one of nearly 20 stops on the tour, which has already seen Harris speak in New York, London, and at the Wiltern last month.
The memoir details Harris’ historically short run for president, the whirlwind 107 days between the time Biden withdrew from the race and Harris became the Democratic nominee to her devastating loss on Nov. 5. Harris has yet to decide if she’ll run for president in 2028 and is not willing to dish on her former boss, Joe Biden.
A Conversation with Kamala Harris
Moderated by Kerry Washington, “A Conversation With Kamala Harris” was a fan event that saw the former Democratic presidential candidate speak about everything from the need to pass Proposition 50 to how she coped with the devastating loss to Donald Trump in the 2024 election. The crowd erupted in applause and supportive shout-outs as Harris shared her thoughts on the current Department of Justice and the importance of parsing fact from fiction in today’s media landscape.
The former attorney general of California also shared her advice for a Brown-skinned person just getting into politics, saying, “There will be many situations when you walk into a meeting room and no one looks like you. Keep your chin up, your shoulders back and remember — all of us have your back.” The crowd cheered in agreement, showing their support for Harris and her message.
(Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times)
Security and Support
Despite heightened threats of politically-motivated violence, President Trump pulled Harris’ Secret Service detail, as he has done to many of those he sees as his enemies. However, as a former state office holder, Harris’ security detail on Tuesday was provided by the California Highway Patrol. The atmosphere at the event was casual and relaxed, with attendees lining up to shake hands and take selfies with Harris’ husband, Doug Emhoff, before the conversation began.
The event was a testament to Harris’ enduring support and popularity, with fans eager to relive the excitement of her campaign and find hope in dark times. As Harris continues her book tour, it’s clear that her message of resilience and determination resonates with her audience. For more information on Kamala Harris’ book tour and her memoir, “107 Days,” visit Here
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