Harris Discusses Policies With Colbert
Vice President Kamala Harris recently appeared on "The Late Show" with Stephen Colbert, where she faced questions that seemed to underscore the tricky balancing act she's trying to manage ahead of the 2024 election. With just weeks to go before voters head to the polls, Harris's remarks gave a glimpse into how she's attempting to differentiate herself from both the current administration and her rival, former President Donald Trump.
Colbert asked a direct question that cut to the heart of the matter: “You are a member of the present administration, but under a Harris administration, what would the major changes be, and what would stay the same?” Harris's initial response was swift: “Sure, well I'm obviously not Joe Biden.” The audience chuckled, and even Colbert couldn't resist a playful jab with, "I've noticed."
"If anything, would you have done something differently than President Biden during the past four years?"
KAMALA: "There is not a thing that comes to mind."
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) October 8, 2024
This moment felt like an opportunity for Harris to clearly define how her leadership would differ from Biden’s, but instead, she continued to pivot away from specifics, leaning into broad platitudes. While the audience cheered when she said, "I'm not Donald Trump," critics saw this as a missed chance to lay out a distinct vision for her potential presidency.
Colbert just asked Kamala if she would do ANYTHING differently than Biden.
She gives no answer and then serves 60 meaningless seconds of word salad. pic.twitter.com/oIyj4I6saF
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) October 9, 2024
Harris then expanded her answer, expressing her admiration for the American people and emphasizing her belief in the country's character and ambition. She praised America's work ethic and aspirations, describing her vision of an "opportunity economy" that she believes will build on the achievements of the current administration. Her rhetoric was inspiring on the surface, but also light on details, which is something she's been repeatedly criticized for.
Earlier in the day, during an appearance on "The View," Harris faced a similar question about how she might have handled things differently from Biden. Her response was telling: “There is not a thing that comes to mind,” she said, before adding, “I’ve been a part of most of the decisions that have had impact.” This remark quickly drew backlash from political pundits and critics, who argued that tying herself so closely to Biden’s record might backfire in a race where voters are clearly looking for change.
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The comments came on ‘The Late Night’ show with Stephen Colbert.
“Have you no empathy man? No. For the, the suffering of other people. Have you no sense of purpose?” pic.twitter.com/FFfIGxABLX
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) October 9, 2024
The optics of Harris's comments are already becoming a point of contention, especially given Biden's forced withdrawal from the 2024 race under pressure from Democratic insiders earlier this year. As Trump and his allies look for every opportunity to frame Harris as merely an extension of the Biden administration, her words may indeed end up featured in campaign ads highlighting her alignment with Biden's policies.
Critics argue that Harris’s reluctance to outline specific changes she would bring as president makes it difficult for her to present herself as the fresh start that some voters seem to be looking for. With Biden stepping aside due to concerns over his electability, Harris's ability to stand apart from his legacy could be key to her success—or her downfall—in this race.
Kamala pulls out a Miller High Life on Stephen Colbert and fakes a single sip.
She did this for one reason: to pander to White men in the Midwest — with whom she’s underwater with big time.
You can see right through it.pic.twitter.com/flUiEoOPKP
— johnny maga (@_johnnymaga) October 9, 2024