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Kamala Harris Hints at 2028 Presidential Run

10/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Vice President Kamala Harris signaled a possible 2028 presidential bid in a BBC interview, saying, "I am not done."
She said her grandnieces may see a female president, possibly herself.
She acknowledged her past loss to President Donald Trump and dismissed polls ranking her low, saying following polls would have blocked her career.
The White House dismissed her comments, saying she has not grasped her political standing.

History

Historical Context

The ratification of the 19th Amendment on August 18, 1920, marked a significant victory for women's suffrage in the U.S., following decades of activism led by organizations like the National American Woman Suffrage Association. Despite this achievement, barriers remained, particularly for women of color, highlighting ongoing struggles for equality in political representation, as seen in Kamala Harris's potential 2028 presidential bid.

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Story summary

Vice President Kamala Harris signaled a possible 2028 presidential bid in a BBC interview, saying, "I am not done."
She said her grandnieces may see a female president, possibly herself.
She acknowledged her past loss to President Donald Trump and dismissed polls ranking her low, saying following polls would have blocked her career.
The White House dismissed her comments, saying she has not grasped her political standing.

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