Former US Vice-President Kamala Harris has shared her thoughts on potentially running for the White House again, expressing a strong sense of determination during her first UK interview with the BBC.
Harris remarked that she still sees herself with a political future and indicated that she 'possibly' plans to seek the presidency in the future, even after losing to Donald Trump last year. She also emphasized her belief that a woman will occupy the White House in the foreseeable future.
Making the strongest suggestion yet for another presidential bid in 2028, Harris dismissed polls which suggested she might be an outsider for the Democratic nomination. In the interview, conducted by Laura Kuenssberg, she articulated her political stance and criticized Trump, labeling him a 'tyrant' and asserting that warnings she made during her campaign about his behavior were validated over time.
Amidst ongoing discourse about the Democratic party's losses, particularly the party's leadership under Joe Biden, Harris reflected on her own experience and the negative focus that has sometimes overshadowed her candidacy. Despite acknowledging her defeat last year, she maintained that she remains committed to serving her community and addressing pivotal issues such as the economy and women's rights.
Harris mentioned that her grandnieces would 'for sure' witness a female president in their lifetime, and when asked if that might be her, she expressed 'possibly,' indicating her openness to future political endeavors.
As she navigates her book tour and's discussions on her campaign experiences, Harris is keenly aware of the challenges ahead for her party and remains focused on how to effectively connect with the electorate, especially working-class individuals who may have drifted from the Democratic platform.
Harris's reflections and commitments resonate as she contemplates a path back to political relevance, potentially positioning herself again as a central figure in American politics.
