Harris makes first public appearance since Biden dropout, joins Black leaders in praising his legacy
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during an NCAA championship teams celebration on the South Lawn of the White House on July 22, 2024, in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
Gerren Keith Gaynor | July 22, 2024 | The Grio |
“Joe Biden made it very clear that while he is not a Black man, he cared about Black people … we owe him gratitude for his service to the country," Democratic strategist Michael Blake told theGrio.
“Joe Biden made it very clear that while he is not a Black man, he cared about Black people … we owe him gratitude for his service to the country," Democratic strategist Michael Blake told theGrio.
TheGrio was on the ground as Vice President Kamala Harris received a warm welcome at the White House on Monday in her first public appearance since announcing her candidacy for president.
It was a rare moment on the South Lawn for Harris, as she alone welcomed thousands of NCAA athletes without President Joe Biden by her side. The president, who dropped out of the 2024 race on Sunday, remained in Delaware as he recovered from COVID-19.
Harris did not mention her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination; however, she delivered glowing praise for her boss and potential predecessor.
“Joe Biden’s legacy of accomplishment over the past three years is unmatched in modern history,” said Harris. “In one term, he has already surpassed the legacy of most presidents who have served two terms in office.”