Kamala Harris Opens Campaign HQ Event to Beyoncé’s “Freedom” with Singer’s Endorsement
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In a dynamic display of solidarity and support, Vice President Kamala Harris received Beyoncé’s blessing to use the empowering anthem “Freedom” during her presidential campaign. This significant endorsement came just a day after President Joe Biden announced he would not seek re-election in the 2024 presidential race, subsequently endorsing Harris as his successor.
Kamala Harris Kicks Off Campaign with “Freedom”
On Monday, Kamala Harris made her first public appearance since Biden’s endorsement, walking out to Beyoncé’s powerful track “Freedom” at her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware. According to a CNN report, Harris’s team received swift approval from Beyoncé’s representatives to use the song, known for its themes of liberation and resilience, just hours before the event.
Beyoncé reportedly gave Kamala Harris permission to use her song ‘Freedom’ for her presidential campaign, CNN reports. pic.twitter.com/WjxrFUjYEa
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) July 23, 2024
Beyoncé’s endorsement is notable given her strict clearance guidelines surrounding her music. The quick approval indicates a significant level of support for Harris’s campaign. This collaboration isn’t the first between the Vice President and the superstar; last year, Beyoncé gifted Harris tickets to her concert in Maryland, and the singer’s mother, Tina Knowles, publicly endorsed Harris following Biden’s withdrawal from the race.
Tina Knowles’ Enthusiastic Endorsement
Tina Knowles took to Instagram to express her enthusiastic support for Harris. “New, youthful, sharp energy!!!!” she wrote, emphasizing Harris’s vibrant and dynamic approach. Knowles praised President Biden for prioritizing the country over personal ego and power, describing his decision to step aside as the mark of a great leader. She concluded her post with a rousing endorsement of Harris: “Go Vice President Kamala Harris for President. Let’s Go.”
Kamala Harris walking out to “Freedom” by Beyoncé at campaign headquarters. pic.twitter.com/3VeoGZgts2
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Kamala Harris’s Campaign Message
During her speech to campaign staffers, Kamala Harris reiterated her commitment to earning the nomination and winning the presidency. Drawing on her experience as California’s attorney general and a courtroom prosecutor, she highlighted her track record of taking on various wrongdoers, from predators to fraudsters. “In those roles, I took on perpetrators of all kinds,” Harris said. “Predators who abused women. Fraudsters who ripped off consumers. Cheaters who broke the rules for their own gain. So hear me when I say, I know Donald Trump’s type.”
Vice President Harris: As a former Attorney General and courtroom prosecutor, I took on perpetrators of all kinds. Predators who abused women, fraudsters who ripped off consumers, and cheaters who broke the rules. So hear me when I say, I know Donald Trump's type pic.twitter.com/m8qykBwZ8h
— Kamala HQ (@KamalaHQ) July 22, 2024
Harris contrasted her vision for the country with that of Donald Trump, emphasizing her belief in a brighter, inclusive future. “Our campaign has always been about two different versions of what we see as the future of our country. Donald Trump wants to take our country backward. To a time before many of our fellow Americans had full freedoms and rights. But we believe in a brighter future that makes room for all Americans,” she declared.
The Significance of Beyoncé’s Support
While Beyoncé has not officially endorsed Kamala Harris since Biden’s announcement, granting her permission to use “Freedom” serves as a powerful, symbolic gesture of support. Beyoncé’s history of endorsing Democratic candidates, coupled with her mother’s enthusiastic backing, suggests a favorable view of Harris’s candidacy.
As Kamala Harris embarks on her campaign trail, the resonance of “Freedom” underscores her commitment to justice and equality, reflecting the song’s themes of liberation and empowerment. With the support of influential figures like Beyoncé and Tina Knowles, Harris aims to galvanize voters and secure her place as the Democratic nominee for President in 2024.
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