Pennsylvania [US], October 25: With less than two weeks until the presidential elections, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris conveyed her intention to be the leader of "all Americans."
Speaking to reporters before heading to campaign in Georgia, Harris noted that she is observing both men and women expressing their concerns about the future of democracy in equal measure.
As the U.S. approaches the elections, former President Donald Trump is running for a second term while Vice President Kamala Harris aims for her first term in the White House.
Harris emphasized that Americans desire a president who leads with optimism and addresses the challenges they face. She accused Donald Trump of stripping away fundamental freedoms from the people.
When asked about the gender gap in polls and her support among women compared to Trump, Harris replied, "To be honest, I don't see that disparity in my rallies or in my interactions with people in communities. I see men and women alike discussing their worries about our democracy's future, expressing the need for a president who leads with optimism and tackles issues like grocery prices, investing in small businesses, and homeownership."
She added, "I'm not observing that kind of divide, and I intend to be a president for all Americans. This includes addressing the fundamental freedom that has been taken away due to Donald Trump—the right of women to make decisions about their own bodies—while also prioritizing the economic needs of individuals and families in America, as well as our global standing."
Harris also addressed border security, calling it her "highest priority" to ensure that the U.S. border is secure. She pledged to bring back and sign a bipartisan border security bill into law if elected.
When questioned about the continuation of southern border wall construction under her administration, Harris stated, "My top priority is to allocate resources to ensure our border is secure. That's why I will bring back that bipartisan border security bill as president and ensure it reaches my desk for signing."
She further commented, "The major issue we face is that Donald Trump has obstructed what could have been a proven solution to our broken immigration system. We need to fix it. We have the tools available, but we are facing Donald Trump, who would rather run on problems than resolve them. I aim to address this issue with practical solutions that are within reach if we commit to doing so."
Kamala Harris will campaign with former President Barack Obama for the first time in Georgia at a high-profile rally near Atlanta on Thursday, as reported by ABC News.
Bruce Springsteen, whose music has accompanied many Democratic presidential candidates, will perform at the get-out-the-vote concert, according to the same report.
Harris is also scheduled to appear with former First Lady Michelle Obama in Michigan on Saturday, as confirmed by campaign officials. Barack and Michelle Obama endorsed Harris in July and both spoke at the Democratic National Convention in August.
When asked about receiving support from Obama and Springsteen at her campaign events, Harris expressed that she is "honored" to have them involved.