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Kamala Harris
49th Vice President, United StatesBirth DetailsOctober 20, 1964 | Oakland, California
NationalityAmerican
LeaguePolitician
EducationBA, Howard University; Law, University of California, Hastings
Kamala Harris' Journey so far ...
Before you go ...
- Kamala Devi Harris was born in Oakland, California, and is the daughter of immigrants, with her mother coming to the United States from India and her father from Jamaica. Her parents raised her during the peak of civil rights activism in America
- Her mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, left Chennai at the age of 19 to pursue a career as a scientist at the University of California, Berkeley. Her research subject was breast cancer. Tragically, she died of cancer in 2009. Kamala Harris’ father Donald Harris is a professor of economics and taught at Stanford University
- She finished her high school in Montreal, Canada, where her mother was teaching at McGill University. Harris then joined Washington's Howard University where she studied political science and economics. She got an undergraduate degree in 1986
- She then pursued law from University of California's Hastings College and got a degree in 1990
- In the ’90s, she started her professional career when she joined the Alameda County District Attorney's Office in the city of Oakland. She was San Francisco's first female district attorney. Her political ascent started here
- Harris was elected the Attorney General of California in 2010 - she was the first woman and first African American to hold the post
- She was elected to the US Senate in 2016, becoming the first Indian American to serve in the Senate and only the second African American woman ever elected as a US Senator
- In the Senate, she emerged as a leading voice on racial justice and police reform and rallied behind the African American community after Minneapolis police killed George Floyd in 2020
- In early 2020, she competed against Biden and other Democrats for the party's presidential nomination, setting her sights on becoming the first woman US President. However, she withdrew from the race when the campaign ran out of financial resources. In August 2020, Harris was picked by Biden as his running mate for the presidential election. A fierce critic-turned-ally of her former rival, she helped Biden to rake in record sums of money in the closing months of the campaign against Republican incumbent Donald Trump
- Harris became the first woman, the first African American, and the first Indian-origin person to hold the second-highest office in the US federal government. She was sworn in as the 49th Vice President on January 20, 2021, and took over the post from Mike Pence
- Harris has close relatives in India as her uncle stays in Tamil Nadu. She's spoken emotionally throughout her political career about the influence of her many visits to India as a child
Before you go ...
- Harris wrote her memoir, The Truths We Hold: An American Journey, that was published in 2019
- She often praises her late mother for being strong and resilient; as a child, Harris cleaned pipettes in her mother's laboratory
- She has featured on the cover page of Vogue's February 2021 issue in her signature style; however, she received flak from some quarters
- Her signature dressing style of blazers and sneakers grabbed attention and brought in a new style of power dressing
- President Joe Biden and Harris were named by Time magazine as 2020 Person of the Year
- During the Obama era, she was called as “the female Obama”
- The US Vice President is the stepmother of two children, Ella and Cole, who refer to her as “Momala”
Last Updated: 26/07/2021
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A look at some of the quotable quotes of Democratic presidential nominee Kamala HarrisKamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, has accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for the upcoming presidential election. In her speech, Harris emphasized national unity and pledged to build a strong middle class. Harris highlighted her career and her promise to prioritize the American people over partisan interests.
From Kamala to Mindy: How Indian culture is shaping American presidential electionsUS Elections 2024: Actress Mindy Kaling hosted Day 3 of the Democratic convention, highlighting Kamala Harris's Indian heritage through a cooking video. Kaling and Harris bonded over their immigrant mothers who served others. The event featured cultural references, emphasizing America's diverse heritage and multifaceted identities, promoting inclusiveness against insular rhetoric seen among MAGA Republicans.
The 'joyful' Democratic convention is over. The real test for Kamala Harris' campaign now beginsThroughout the Democratic National Convention in downtown Chicago, 17,000 attendees gathered as Democrats proclaimed Kamala Harris as a historic figure poised to defeat Donald Trump. Amid the optimism, former first lady Michelle Obama issued a cautionary note, warning that the campaign ahead would be challenging.
DNC 2024 round-up: Kamala Harris accepts historic nomination for US Presidential Elections 2024, Trump begins online frenzyIt's official! Kamala Harris is now the Democratic Party candidate for the upcoming US Presidential Elections, after she accepted her nomination through her address at the Democratic National Convention 2024, among a roaring response from the audience. She made her case to the world and why the United States needs a leader like her next. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is on a frenzy, tweeting and bashing Harris' speech at the DNC 2024, with MAGA supporters following suit.
Kamala vs Trump: An X factor fading out from US presidential polls?Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is considering withdrawing from the U.S. presidential race to potentially endorse Republican candidate Donald Trump. This decision has stirred concerns among both Republican and Democrat camps, as RFK Jr.'s candidacy was seen as influential in the tight electoral contest. RFK Jr. has appealed against being excluded from the ballot in several states.
DNC key takeaways: Camouflage hats, women in white, fighting the powerDemocratic National Convention final day takeaways: Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic nomination for president, aiming to define herself against Republican Donald Trump. The DNC blended symbols of Americana and highlighted diverse female voices. The campaign now focuses on mobilizing voters, especially minorities, while Joe Biden shifts the spotlight to Harris.
Will Kamala Harris become next US President? Indian Nostradamus has a prediction for itAn Indian Vedic astrologer, often referred to as the "Indian Nostradamus," has hinted that Kamala Harris could be on the path to becoming the next U.S. President. Following President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 race, Harris officially accepted the Democratic nomination. The astrologer had previously predicted significant political shifts in the U.S. during late 2024, describing the potential next president as someone with a lawyer-like mindset, which closely aligns with Harris' background.
Kamala Harris with Beyonce? The truth behind mystery guest's rumored appearance at DNCKamala Harris introduced herself to the nation at the Democratic National Convention with traditional elements including balloons and supporters' cheers. Rumors of appearances by Beyonce or Taylor Swift were unfounded. Harris focused on a strong foreign policy speech, drawing comparisons to both her opponent Donald Trump and President Biden.
Five takeaways from the Democratic National ConventionVice President Kamala Harris, following a recent change within the Democratic Party, delivered a powerful speech at the Chicago convention on Thursday, energizing supporters as she became the second woman to accept the party's presidential nomination. This event showcased the party's renewed optimism against Donald Trump after President Joe Biden decided not to seek re-election.
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