Kamala Harris Makes Guest Appearance on Stephen Colbert's Night Program 'The Late Show'
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced that she will not be running for the 2024 presidential election or California governor, signaling a pause in her electoral ambitions for the time being. In an interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," Harris expressed her dissatisfaction with the current political system, stating that it's "broken" and "not strong enough."
Despite this critique, Harris emphasized that her decision to step back from politics does not mean giving up on the fight. She remains committed to supporting democracy and championing the power of the people.
Harris's Future Ambitions
Harris seems to have set her sights on supporting Democratic candidates in the upcoming midterm elections in 2026, with an eye towards a possible 2028 presidential bid. This stance comes after criticism from figures like Bernie Sanders, who argued Harris lost in 2024 partly because her campaign was influenced too heavily by wealthy donors rather than focusing on working-class issues.
Challenges in American Democracy
In the interview, Harris acknowledged significant challenges and crises within American democracy but called for bold leadership, new methods, and fresh thinking to pursue change. She stressed that power fundamentally lies "with the people"—the ideal of "We the People"—and maintained optimism despite systemic difficulties.
The Cancellation of "The Late Show"
It's worth noting that the cancellation of "The Late Show" is not directly related to Harris's appearance on the show. CBS announced that the show will end its 11-season run in May 2026, a decision reportedly based on financial reasons. However, some critics have suggested that the cancellation could be politically motivated, potentially to appease former President Donald Trump and aid Paramount's merger with Skydance Media.
In the final episodes of "The Late Show," Stephen Colbert was joined by celebrities for a send-up of the viral Coldplay kiss-cam video, while Jon Stewart took aim at CBS and Paramount in a segment, singing a song with a gospel choir that included the line, "Go fuck yourself!" Jimmy Kimmel, a rival late-night host, expressed his love for Stephen Colbert and criticized CBS in an Instagram post.
Harris's Predictions for a Trump Presidency
During the interview, Harris predicted a lot of what a Trump presidency would look like, but didn't predict the level of capitulation she saw. She declined to discuss President Biden at length during the show.
Harris's Memoir
Harris is set to release a memoir called "107 Days" about the 2024 presidential election. The book will offer a unique insight into Harris's thoughts and experiences during her campaign, as well as her reflections on the state of American democracy.
References
- Kamala Harris's presidential campaign struggles to gain traction
- Kamala Harris says she won't run for California governor in 2022
- Kamala Harris on the political system: "It's broken," but I'm not giving up
- Kamala Harris hints at potential 2028 presidential run
- Bernie Sanders: Kamala Harris' campaign was too focused on wealthy donors
- Harris's memoir, titled "107 Days," will delve into her thoughts and experiences during the 2024 presidential campaign and offer insights into her reflections on American democracy.
- Harris has hinted at a potential 2028 presidential bid, focusing on supporting Democratic candidates in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.
- During the interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," Harris predicted aspects of a potential Trump presidency but was surprised by the level of capitulation she observed.
- The cancellation of "The Late Show" is not directly related to Harris's appearance, with CBS ending the show's 11-season run in May 2026 due to financial reasons, although some critics have suggested it could have been politically motivated.
- Senator Bernie Sanders criticized Harris's 2024 campaign for being overly influenced by wealthy donors rather than working-class issues.
