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Kamala Harris’ Rise and Black Voter Power Shift Are Changing the Dynamics of the 2024 Presidential Election – Essence

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Political commentator and Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross discusses how Harris’ success is unifying the Democratic Party and what it means for the 2024 election season.

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President Joe Biden announced his decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race in an unprecedented move that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. The historic turn of events has sparked intense debate about the future of the Democratic Party and the upcoming election. ESSENCE sat down with political commentator and Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross to debate the implications of the upcoming election and the heightened stakes for Black voters.

According to Cross, Biden’s decision was motivated by his unwavering commitment to democracy and the United States. “He has dedicated over 54 years of his life to politics, policy, and diplomacy. He is a freedom fighter and a person who understood what was at stake,” Cross explained. Despite his dedication and the significant accomplishments of his first term, Biden recognized the importance of passing the torch. “It is with a heavy heart that he decided it was time to pass the torch. And this decision was not made lightly. It was not made lightly. And it was completely selfless.”

Biden’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris has already begun to unify the Democratic Party. “Vice President Harris raised over $50 million in less than four hours last night alone,” Cross noted, underscoring the unprecedented fundraising success in the week following Biden’s announcement.

Harris also received endorsements from key Democratic figures, including Nancy Pelosi, Gavin Newsom and Gretchen Whitmer, further solidifying her position as the frontrunner. “The momentum is behind Vice President Harris. She’s coming into this process once everyone really gets behind her.”

Cross emphasized the crucial role of black women on this groundbreaking change. “Black women are more than the backbone of the Democratic Party. They are the heart, soul, and brainpower of the Democratic Party,” she said. The immediate and overwhelming response from black women across the country underscored their crucial role in the Democratic Party’s success. “It was like a meeting of the Avengers. They decided, hey, we’re going to do this merger, but not only do we do this merger, we’re going to fundraise.”

What’s more, Cross noted the effect this has had on black men as well. “We’re going to see black men rally around a cause, understanding that with a potential Trump presidency, not only what’s at stake for them, what’s at stake for their sons, what’s at stake for their communities, in terms of jobs, in terms of protections.” The sense of urgency and call to motion is palpable amongst black men who want their voices to be heard and their interests to be represented.

With about 15 weeks to go until Election Day, the political landscape is rapidly evolving. Cross believes the GOP is now scrambling to regulate its strategy. “The Republicans had the RNC, and we all watched it. It was supposed to be conciliatory, and it turned out to be the same old mixtape that we’ve seen so many times before,” she noted. The GOP’s concentrate on Biden has put them in a difficult position, as they now need to change their approach to deal with Harris’ candidacy. “They’re trying to reframe it as they go. They’re building the plane as they fly it.”

Cross predicts a contentious and difficult campaign season ahead. “I think we’re going to see a lot of racism because it’s showing up early and often in the Republican Party. We’re going to see sexism, a lot of it on sides we’ve never seen before. But we’re also going to see a party that’s in disarray and trying to figure out how to get something that Kamala Harris doesn’t like.”

As the nation prepares for the upcoming election, the energy and determination in the Democratic Party, particularly amongst Black women and men, signal a historic and potentially transformative time in American politics. The path to Kamala Harris’ presidency is now paved with unprecedented support and anticipation, setting the stage for an incredibly tense and consequential election season.

This article was originally published on : www.essence.com

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