Republicans have been rightly making the point lately that Kamala Harris was basically a “clean your-hands before returning to work poster” on the back door of a White House bathroom until last month and is suddenly the Oval Office itself. So, let’s talk about it.
First off, Kamala Harris’s rise from the background to the forefront of American politics couldn’t have come at a more critical time. When she first took office as Vice President, she made history—first woman, first Black woman, first South Asian woman to hold the position. But after the initial excitement, she seemed to fade into the background. Many saw her as a symbolic figure, important for what she represented, but not necessarily for what she was doing day to day. She became, in a way, part of the White House wallpaper—there, but not the focus.
But what many didn’t realize was that while she might not have been the loudest voice in the room, she was steadily doing the work, learning, and preparing for when the moment would come for her to step up. And that moment is now. As the political landscape has become increasingly chaotic—thanks in no small part to the relentless noise and division sown by Donald Trump—Harris has emerged as a key figure who is not only ready to lead but is also essential to preserving the very fabric of our democracy.
Trump, the self-appointed curator of chaos, has made it his mission to undermine every institution that stands in the way of his return to power. His attacks on the integrity of elections, the rule of law, and basic democratic norms have left our country on the edge of a precipice. We are facing a stark choice: Do we want to continue down a path of division, where lies and authoritarian tendencies take precedence over truth and justice? Or do we stand up and support leaders who are committed to rebuilding and strengthening our democracy?
This is where Kamala Harris comes in. Her journey from “Oh, yeah…” to “Hell yeah!” is about more than just her personal political rise—it’s about what’s at stake for the entire country. She represents a different kind of leadership, one that is not about creating chaos for the sake of attention but about quietly doing the work necessary to keep our democracy strong. Harris understands that leadership isn’t just about being in the spotlight; it’s about making sure that the foundations of our country remain intact, even when no one is looking.
Now, more than ever, we need to support leaders like Kamala who are willing to step up and take on the immense challenges we face. The stakes couldn’t be higher. If we allow Trump and his enablers to continue their assault on our institutions, we risk losing the very democracy that has been the foundation of this country for over two centuries. This isn’t just about one election or one administration—it’s about the future of the American experiment itself.
Kamala Harris’s rise is a reminder that leadership comes in many forms. It doesn’t always have to be loud and brash; sometimes, it’s about being steady, prepared, and ready to act when the moment calls for it. She’s shown that she’s ready to lead, but she can’t do it alone. It’s up to all of us to keep that “Hell yeah!” energy alive, to support her and others who are fighting to protect our democracy from those who would tear it apart.
In the face of Trump’s insistence on being the puppeteer of what Bill Clinton called “curated chaos,” we have a choice. We can either let ourselves be overwhelmed by the noise, or we can stand with leaders who are ready to do the hard work of keeping our democracy alive. Kamala Harris is one of those leaders, and now is the time to rally behind her. The future of our country depends on it.
Never-mind Last month. Kamala’s not wallpaper anymore! She doesn’t play games with criminals like Trump! Prosecutor Harris puts them where they belong—in prison!
This article originally appeared on X.
