Kamala Harris secures Democratic presidential nomination in virtual vote
The Democratic National Convention is scheduled to take place in Chicago later this month, but the virtual vote for the party’s presidential nominee has already concluded. Kamala Harris has secured enough delegates to become the nominee, marking a historic moment in American politics.
DNC Chair Jaime Harrison praised the overwhelming support for Harris from delegates, stating that she had earned more than a majority of votes. Harris herself expressed happiness at surpassing the threshold needed to win the nomination, promising to officially accept it next week.
The virtual roll call vote began on Thursday and will conclude on Monday, with Harris being the sole candidate to qualify. The DNC plans to announce the final results, including a state-by-state breakdown, after the voting period closes.
Harris will soon select a running mate from a list that includes several governors and senators. This decision will set the tone for the upcoming election campaign, with rallies planned in swing states such as Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Carolina, Georgia, Arizona, and Nevada.
The quick resolution of the virtual vote reflects the party’s unity and readiness to rally behind Harris as their nominee. The historic nature of Harris’ nomination as the first woman of color to be chosen as a major party’s presidential candidate adds another layer of significance to this moment for the Democratic Party.
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