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Today is an important day in U.S history. The country elects the 47th President of the nation. America is one of the forerunners of democracy and every 4 years, American voters come to elect a new president.
The United States is one of the countries with democracy at its finest. The electioneering period is like a copybook for other democratic countries. So far, the voting outcome weighs heavily on public opinion – what the people have to say about candidates.
Candidates over time have noted this and have taken celebrities’ endorsement very seriously. As the United States elects its 47th President, several celebrities have come out in support of Kamala Harris. Harris, known for her progressive policies and commitment to social justice, has garnered endorsements from a diverse range of influential figures in the entertainment industry.
Oprah Winfrey
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey, one of the most respected Black women to endorse Kamala Harris, praised Harris in a futuristic statement: “Soon, we’ll be teaching our daughters and sons about how this child of an Indian mother and a Jamaican father… grew up to become the 47th President of the United States.” Oprah was also present in the final rally just before the election.
Samuel L Jackson
The Hollywood actor is one of the most celebrated Black actors in the movie industry. He endorsed Kamala Harris in front of a 20,000 crowd in Atlanta in September.
In his speech, Samuel L Jackson complimented Harris for ā running on a proven track record of fighting for the people, standing up to bullies, protecting the most vulnerable and taking on the toughest fightsā¦ Thatās the kind of president I can stand behind.
Usher
The American rapper is an all time favorite of rap lovers. His fan base cuts across different age groups and his influence cannot be underemphasized. Usher during a Harris rally in Atlanta beseeched the people to vote Harris as the next president. In his statement, he stated that Harris fights for everyone’s rights hence she should be the people’s choice.
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Stevie Wonder
The legendary musician appeared in an ad for Kamala Harris and in that sense, it showed his support for the candidate. He also endorsed Harris at the Democratic national convention (DNC) beseeching voters to choose ācourage over complacencyā.
LeBron James
The four-time NBA champion, LeBron James, endorsed Kamala Harris by posting a video showing racist and anti-Hispanic comments made by Donald Trump and Hinchcliffe.
Le Bronās caption read, “What are we even talking about here?? When I think about my kids and my family and how they will grow up, the choice is clear to me. VOTE KAMALA HARRIS!!!”. This endorsement is part of a larger trend of athletes supporting Harris, with over 75 current and former athletes formally backing her campaign .
Lizzo
The popular music star, joined forces with Kamala Harris at a rally in Detroit last month, where she took a jab at Donald Trump’s comment that if Harris wins, the “whole country will end up being like Detroit.”
Lizzo fired back with a powerful statement: “Proud like Detroit; resilient like Detroit. We’re talking about the same Detroit that innovated the auto industry and the music industry, so put some respect on Detroit’s name”.
Cardi B
A vocal supporter of Kamala Harris, took the stage at Harris’ Milwaukee rally on last Friday. She shared that she hadn’t planned on voting until Harris entered the presidential race.
Cardi B has been a staunch defender of Harris, previously speaking out against the misogyny Harris has faced. In her speech, Cardi B criticized Donald Trump, calling him a “business hustler” who doesn’t believe women deserve rights .
This isn’t the first time Cardi B has expressed her disdain for Trump; she’s been an outspoken critic of his policies and actions . Her endorsement of Harris is a significant boost to the vice president’s campaign, which has already seen a surge in support and fundraising since Harris announced her candidacy.
With a strong public opinion base, it’s clear that celebrity endorsements can significantly influence voting results. Kamala Harris has garnered support by from numerous celebrities, including Viola Davis, Kerry Washington, Tyler Perry, Meghan Thee Stallion and many more. Will this help her win the election? We will know soon.
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