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Kamala Harris, running towards the nomination: here's how many delegates she has. Who will he choose as vice president?

Kamala Harris is running for the Democratic nomination, thanks to numerous endorsements and the support of key figures and celebrities. With a solid base of delegates exceeding the necessary quorum, the big step now is choosing his running mate

Kamala Harris, running towards the nomination: here's how many delegates she has. Who will he choose as vice president?

Kamala Harris strides towards the nomination Democratic for the presidential election of 2024, fortified by a large array of supporters and the Joe Biden's retirement. With as many as 2.688 delegates already secured, Harris has plenty exceeded the quorum of 1.976 needed to secure the nomination on the convention's first ballot, leaving only 54 delegates still undecided. While his candidacy now seems virtually certain, the important question remains of who will be chosen as his running mate.

Record numbers

In his first day as an official candidate, Harris has raised a record amount of 81 million dollars, the largest amount ever raised in 24 hours by a candidate, signaling overwhelming enthusiasm among Democratic supporters. The campaign saw the participation of more than 880 donors, with 60% of them making their first contributions for the 2024 election cycle. ActBlue, the leading Democratic donation site, described this day as the “biggest day of fundraising for the 2024 cycle,” while the Democratic super Pac Future Forward has already received commitments of $150 million.

Joe Biden's decision to withdraw and support Harris was also welcomed with enthusiasm by Hollywood. Celebrities like Barbra Streisand, Robert De Niro, Spike Lee e Jamie Lee Curtis they celebrated Biden's choice as heroic and patriotic, providing a significant boost to Harris' campaign.

Endorsement from heavyweights and strategic silences

Harris has garnered support from numerous influential leaders and groups. The governors of the major Midwestern states – Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Tim Walz of Minnesota, Tony Evers of Wisconsin and JB Pritzker of Illinois – stood by him, along with other prominent figures such as Gavin Newsom of California and Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania. A significant endorsement came from the former speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi who praised Harris for her dedication and defense of women's rights, while Bill e Hillary Clinton they already had confirmed their support. Supporters also include the Congressional Black Caucus, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Among the unions, the Service Employees International Union and the American Federation of Teachers have given their support.

Despite this broad consensus, some key leaders have not yet taken a public stand. The leader of the Democratic majority in Congress is missing Chuck Schumer and the House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, with statements expected today according to the CNN. Barack Obama, despite not having publicly expressed his support for Harris, he reportedly had private conversations with the vice president and the Clintons. Her neutrality may be a strategy to avoid divisions in the party, but confidential talks indicate a certain degree of support. Furthermore, surprisingly, the positive opinion also arrived from david axelrod, historic councilor by Barack Obama.

Towards the convention: the next steps

With the nomination now seemingly within reach, Harris is preparing for the Democratic convention from August 19 to 22. During the event, delegates will begin voting virtually, and Harris will have to finalize her choice of vice presidential nominee.

Another item on the agenda is the speech by the Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, scheduled for a joint session of Congress. Harris will not preside over the session, but has scheduled a meeting bilateral separate with Netanyahu. This decision reflects a balance between domestic political dynamics and the need to maintain strong international alliances.

Kamal Harris evaluates possible deputies: here's who they are

Among the possible candidates for the role of vice-president Some prominent names appear on Kamala Harris' ticket. In the shortlist of favorites there are:

  • Andy Beshear, governor of Kentucky, is already known for his support of Harris. He won two terms in a traditionally Republican state thanks to his focus on defending rights and expanding health care. Beshear is appreciated for his progressive policies and his bipartisan approach, making him a strategic choice to attract moderate and centrist voters.
  • Roy Cooper, governor of North Carolina, is a moderate with a reputation for bipartisan successes, such as expanding Medicaid. A law graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Cooper is in his second term and has demonstrated remarkable negotiation and political management skills. These traits make him a solid choice to balance the presidential ticket.
  • Josh Shapiro, governor of Pennsylvania, has won the title of most voted governor in the state's history and could become the first Jewish president of the United States. At 51, Shapiro has built a significant career as Pennsylvania's attorney general, earning a reputation for integrity and competence. His national profile and political experience make him an interesting candidate.

The Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, and JB Pritzker, governor of Illinois, are considered serious contenders for the role. Whitmer has emerged as a prominent figure thanks to her policies during the pandemic and could compete against Trump. Pritzker is known for his commitment to social justice issues and his progressive policies.

Gavin Newsom, governor of California and initially seen as a major alternative to Biden, may be a less likely option due to his position as a progressive Californian, but he remains on the radar. Also, the senator from Arizona Mark Kelly and the lieutenant governor of California Eleni Kuunalakis are among the names that could be evaluated.

The selection process for vice president is still being finalized, and Harris' team is considering several profiles to ensure strategic balance and broad electoral appeal.

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