In a stirring and heartfelt address delivered from the living room of close friends and long-time supporters Crystal and Ray, Vice President Kamala Harris provided a robust affirmation of America’s forward momentum under the current administration, touching on several pivotal areas including infrastructure, climate investment, and democratic values.
Harris: “We are Winning”
The Vice President emphatically stated, “We are winning. We are winning. (Applause.) We are winning. And we will win.”
Highlighting the accomplishments of the administration, the Vice President drew parallels with historical figures and called attention to significant investments in America’s infrastructure and climate initiatives, comparing the scale of actions to those in the era of Eisenhower.
Significant Strides in Diverse Domains
Harris elaborated on the administration’s work across various sectors:
Infrastructure and Manufacturing: The administration has mobilized trillions to bolster America’s infrastructure and manufacturing, aiming to reshape the economic and physical landscape of the nation.
Climate Change: Over a trillion dollars have been earmarked for combating climate change, setting a competitive global pace for environmental stewardship.
Supply Chains and Innovation: Addressing vulnerabilities laid bare by the pandemic, the administration is focused on strengthening supply chains within the USA and investing in the CHIPS and Science sectors, reflecting Harris’ personal connection to science through her mother.
Global Leadership and Democratic Stalwart
Vice President Harris, recounting interactions with over 150 world leaders, emphasized America’s pivotal role on the global stage and its commitment to democratic values and human rights. These interactions underscore the global anticipation and desire for American leadership and success among allies.
Personal Advocacy and Policy Highlights
Harris shared personal anecdotes, including a moving story about her high school friend, to underscore her long-standing advocacy for issues like reproductive health and economic opportunity. The Vice President stressed the importance of accessible healthcare and innovative economic policies to ensure a broad-based prosperity, mentioning significant moves such as the exclusion of medical debt from credit scores.
Championing Democracy and the Promise of America
The Vice President’s address was a clarion call to uphold and fight for democracy, reflecting on historical figures like Thurgood Marshall and connecting their legacy to current battles over freedoms related to speech, love, education, safety, and tolerance.
A Call to Action
In a direct appeal especially to New York constituents regarding pivotal House races, notably in New York 17, Hudson Valley, Harris urged active participation and support, emphasizing the election’s significance in turning the tide for many of the administration’s key agendas.
As the Vice President opened the floor for discussion, her address signified more than policy delineation; it was a heartfelt appeal to the shared values and aspirations that define the American promise.
The message from the White House underscored a commitment to “build back better” and invited Americans to play an active role through engagement and dialogue, marking another chapter in the administration’s pledge to work for the people, echoing the sentiment that, in unity and through collective effort, progress is within reach.
For more details and to get involved, citizens are encouraged to stay connected with the administration’s efforts and upcoming opportunities for engagement.