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In reply to the discussion: What's the problem with Kamala Harris? [View all]wnylib
(26,637 posts)Trump had no governing experience and was a disaster. Biden has several years of experience which is what we need to fix the Trump mess. Biden was acceptable to Whites as an experienced liberal, not too far left for mainstream voters, but liberal enough economically to appeal to middle and working classes. He is socially liberal and POC respected him for serving as VP to our first Black president. He promised to name a female running mate, which appealed to women in the primaries. His choice of Kamala sewed it up.
Biden did not have the decades of demonization to deal with that Hillary had. He had more national experience and recognition than Kamala. I liked Elizabeth Warren initially (still do like her). She had already spoken up often to Trump. She's an expert on economics. People warmed up to her in her campaign. But, she does not have the widespread, across the board experience of Biden in the numerous areas of governing a nation that Biden has.
Kamala has grown in experience in both domestic and international issues as VP. She is intelligent and personable. She inspires young people. She is capable of the organization and speaking skills necessary in a president. She knows the workings of government from her experience as Senator and as VP. As an attorney, she developed strategizing skills. She comes across as personable and warm in public appearances. If she were a presidential candidate, all she needs is a good running mate whose skills, personality, and experience complement hers.
So she is ready and able to run again as VP and to be president IF it became necessary, but Biden is still healthy in body and mind, so I'm not worried about him.