Staff Reports
Vice President Kamala Harris made a rather unexpected entrance at the Democratic National Convention recently, ready to rally the faithful for a week destined to culminate in her acceptance of the party’s presidential nomination. One could almost hear the collective sigh of relief among Democrats who have been anxiously waiting to see if their star would rise or if it would fizzle out faster than a soggy campaign slogan.
During her hastily delivered speech—brief enough to make a politician cringe at the idea of needing a clock—Harris took a moment to lavish effusive praise on President Biden. She declared that this week would be unforgettable, thanks to the “incredible” service of Joe Biden, suggesting that anyone listening might have been mistaken into thinking they weren’t just witnessing the slow-motion downfall of an administration. Apparently, gratitude is the new filler for political speeches these days.
CHICAGO (AP) — Harris makes surprise appearance on DNC's first day and thanks Biden for his 'historic leadership.'
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Digging into the drama, Harris felt it necessary to lead the crowd in a “Thank you, Joe” chant. This sentiment seems to require an asterisk, since Mr. Biden has effectively dropped out of the race, handing the reins to his Vice President like a worn-out grandparent handing over the keys to his aging sedan. Perhaps it’s fitting that he’s got his feet up somewhere nice while Harris takes center stage, reminding everyone just how far this party has come—or how deep the pit they’re digging may be.
What followed was a textbook exercise in Democratic unity, with Harris glaring out at the crowd as if she were eyeing her next batch of votes. She waxed lyrical about the “beauty of our great nation,” which is a rather bold statement in a country rife with division, inflation, and the aftermath of policies that seem to be consistently backfiring. One has to wonder if “every corner” of the country included small towns and rural areas, who might have a slightly different vision on what constitutes the future of America.
Harris’s declaration that “this November we will come together and declare with one voice” prompts a delightful image of Democrats singing kumbaya, though many are left questioning whether unity is truly possible when their vision often clashes with common sense and reality. As the election season ramps up, one thing remains clear: the left is charging ahead, even if some of them are still scrambling to keep their narrative intact.
