July 11th 2024.
On July 9, Vice President Kamala Harris had the opportunity to speak to her fellow sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. at a convention in Dallas. The purpose of her address was to rally support for the Biden campaign, as part of the White House's "Summer of Engagement" initiative.
During her speech, Harris highlighted the administration's accomplishments and stressed the importance of mobilizing. She reminded her fellow sorority members, "We know that when we come together and organize, we can move mountains. When we mobilize, we can bring about change in our nation. And when we vote, we make history." Her words, as reported by The Washington Post, resonated with the audience.
Harris also took the opportunity to discuss the Biden administration's efforts in healthcare, specifically in areas such as maternal mortality, student loan debt, and medical debt relief. She also addressed the current threats to fundamental rights, stating, "Across our nation, we are witnessing a full-on assault on the hard-fought freedoms and rights that we have worked so hard for."
The gathering of 19,000 Black women at the convention was a significant demographic for the Biden campaign's reelection hopes. As a graduate of Howard University and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Harris has always been actively involved with the Divine Nine, a group of historically Black Greek organizations. Her connection to the sorority has been an essential aspect of her political career and the Biden campaign's outreach strategy, especially in the face of challenges such as those highlighted by BLACK ENTERPRISE regarding President Biden's debate performance against Donald Trump.
Harris is determined to maintain the enthusiasm among Black voters for the 2024 election. In 2020, exit polls showed overwhelming support from Black women for the Biden campaign, but recent surveys suggest a potential decline in support among voters of color. This is why her role extends beyond the Alpha Kappa Alpha event. The Biden campaign has been utilizing her to engage with various key Democratic constituencies, including Latino, AAPI, and younger voters.
Her recent appearances include a campaign event in Las Vegas focused on Asian American, Hawaiian Native, and Pacific Islander voters, as well as an upcoming trip to Greensboro, N.C. The campaign's strategy of utilizing Harris's connections to Alpha Kappa Alpha and other Black organizations is evident in her scheduled meeting with members of Zeta Phi Beta in Indianapolis later this month. As previously covered by BLACK ENTERPRISE, she also attended the Essence Festival in New Orleans last Saturday, where she addressed a crowd of predominantly Black women.
Vice President Harris's dedication to engaging with diverse communities and her strong ties to historically Black organizations make her a valuable asset to the Biden campaign. Her efforts to mobilize and inspire voters, especially those from marginalized communities, will play a crucial role in the upcoming election.
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