Kamala Harris's preferred vice presidential choice, as revealed in her book, remains unrealized.
In her book, "107 Days," Vice President Kamala Harris offers a candid look into her decision-making process for selecting a running mate during the 2024 election. Among the potential candidates she considered was Pete Buttigieg, the former U.S. Secretary of Transportation and a leading contender for the Democratic nomination in the 2028 presidential election.
Buttigieg first gained national attention during the 2020 Democratic primaries as the mayor of South Bend. His political career extended beyond his tenure in South Bend, reaching the national stage. Harris initially considered him as her first choice for vice president.
However, Harris ultimately chose Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. She believed that choosing a Black woman, a Black woman married to a Jewish man, was already a significant ask for America. Despite her initial interest in Buttigieg, Harris expressed concerns about him being a 'big risk' for the ticket.
In her book, Harris praises Buttigieg, describing him as a 'sincere public servant' with the ability to frame liberal arguments in a way that conservatives can understand. She also expresses fondness for Buttigieg and his husband, Chasten, stating that they are friends.
Harris wrote that she and Buttigieg mutually acknowledged the risks associated with their ticket. Despite her decision, Harris expressed regret about not being able to choose Buttigieg as her running mate due to the perceived risks.
The Atlantic obtained Harris's book, "107 Days," which provides insights into her thoughts and feelings about Buttigieg as a potential running mate. Harris's ticket with Tim Walz lost the popular vote, the Electoral College, and every swing state to Donald Trump in 2024.
As of September 2025, Buttigieg is a former U.S. Secretary of Transportation and is considered a leading candidate for the Democratic nomination in the 2028 presidential election. However, there are no detailed updates on his current political office or role beyond this status.
Buttigieg's potential candidacy for the 2028 Democratic nomination is being widely discussed within political circles. His political future is being closely watched within the Democratic Party. Harris's book, "107 Days," offers a unique perspective on the decision-making process for selecting a vice president in the 2024 election.
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