Kamala Harris expresses bitter resentment in her retrospective work, '107 Days,' an analysis that offers little optimism.
In the political landscape of 2020, Kamala Harris's presidential campaign was one of the most anticipated. However, her journey, as detailed in her book "107 Days" written by a writer, editor, and publishing strategist who was previously director of Oprah's Book Club and books editor for O, the Oprah Magazine, does not provide a soaring moment or hope, but rather an obligatory postmortem with an already established conclusion.
The book offers an essential portrait of an unforgettable turning point in Kamala Harris's journey. Yet, it is mainly absent the perspective and blueprint for going forward that many readers hunger for.
Kamala Harris's ambition to seek the highest office was sparked by a phone call from MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell, who suggested she should run for president in 2020, an idea she had not previously considered. However, her path to the vice presidency was not without its twists and turns. Tim Walz was not Kamala Harris's first choice for a running mate, and initially, Pete Buttigieg was her preferred pick. However, she ultimately concluded that the country was not ready for a gay man in the role.
The book does not attribute Kamala Harris's eventual loss to any miscalculation, but rather to needing more time to make her case. Kamala Harris believes she was never fully supported by the first lady or Joe Biden's closest advisors during her campaign. This lack of support is evident in her expressions of bitterness towards Joe Biden's inner circle, whom she feels had been undermining her since she took office.
One of the most significant events detailed in the book is Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the 2024 election. In a phone call, Joe Biden informed Kamala Harris of his decision, a moment that is accurately represented in the excerpt from The Atlantic. Kamala Harris expresses criticism towards President Joe Biden's late exit from the campaign, describing it as reckless.
Despite the challenges she faced, Kamala Harris's book also provides details about the difficulty of seeking and occupying high office. If she had won, her resilience and ambition would have served her well as the leader of the free world. However, the book does not aim to rally the troops for a Kamala Harris run in 2028, and falls short of lighting a fire for such a campaign.
The book also explores the idea of a conspiracy to conceal President Joe Biden's cognitive decline from the media, public, and top Democrats, according to the book "Original Sin" by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson. Yet, Kamala Harris's book does not offer a perspective or blueprint for going forward, and it is suggested that wisdom may come in a few years.
One instance Kamala Harris recounts in her book is when she felt left out of the loop. On "The View", she was asked if she would have done anything differently than Joe Biden had she been in charge, and her response was criticized. This moment, and others like it, serve as reminders of the challenges faced by women in politics, and the need for change and support.
In conclusion, Kamala Harris's "107 Days" provides a candid and insightful look into her presidential campaign and her time as vice president. While it does not offer a rallying cry or inspiration, it is a valuable account of a significant turning point in Kamala Harris's political journey. The book serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by women in politics, and the need for change and support.
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