By Lawrence Zongo
Former President Barack Obama refrained from fully endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee after President Joe Biden announced he would not seek reelection. Obama commended Biden’s extensive political career and expressed confidence in the party’s ability to select a strong nominee.
Obama praised Biden for his “deep empathy and hard-earned resilience,” highlighting his decency and commitment to inclusivity. He expressed trust in the Democratic leaders’ capacity to navigate the selection process, ensuring Biden’s vision of a united and prosperous America would shine at the Democratic Convention in August.
Michelle and Obama extended their gratitude to Joe and Jill Biden for their leadership during challenging times and their dedication to American ideals of freedom and equality.
In response to Biden’s endorsement, Harris expressed her honor and determination to earn the nomination, vowing to unify the Democratic Party and the nation to defeat Donald Trump and his Project 2025 agenda.
Meanwhile, Trump and his running mate, Sen. J.D. Vance, distanced themselves from The Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, with Vance acknowledging both agreement and disagreement with the initiative.
Prominent Democrats who swiftly endorsed Harris include former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and various senators and representatives. However, key figures like former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer have yet to endorse Harris.
The Democratic National Convention will be held from August 19-22 in Chicago, Illinois.
