In a stunning move, or perhaps not so stunning to those who’ve been paying attention, Kamala Harris has announced she will not seek the position of Governor of California next year. Instead, she seems to be keeping the door open for yet another run at the White House in 2028. Yes, that’s right—the same Kamala Harris who already ran for president twice without much to show for it. Apparently, the third time might be the charm, or maybe she thinks political fortune favors the persistent.
In a statement that sounded more like a self-reflective essay than a political announcement, Harris talked about her desire to fight for the American people and the values she cherishes. Very poetic, but let’s be honest—California might just be as uninterested in her leadership as the rest of the nation has been lately. Even though she’s spent years in the political arena, her results have been, to put it kindly, less than remarkable. Some might even say they’re about as inspiring as damp fireworks on the Fourth of July.
Patrick, one of the commentators, seems convinced that Harris won’t try for the presidency again, suggesting she might serve in different, perhaps more behind-the-scenes roles. It’s a safe opinion, especially considering her track record in the spotlight could best be described as… elusive. Attempting yet another presidential run might be the equivalent of beating a dead horse, but in politics, there’s always room for surprise—or denial.
Tomi, on the other hand, thinks Harris couldn’t even win a gubernatorial race in California. Talk about a statement! With California’s wildfires raging, immigration issues spiraling, and various other crises unfolding, Harris has remained conspicuously absent, much like a student skipping their most challenging class. Virtual summits don’t exactly scream leadership to those facing real-life fires and turmoil. The former vice president’s shrinking visibility might ironically be the loudest statement she’s made lately.
And then there’s the little matter of the current administration. With lingering questions about President Biden’s capabilities, the idea of Harris as a frontrunner—whether for governor or president—seems more like a punchline than a viable strategy. But in the tangled web that is American politics, who knows? Perhaps Harris’s unexpected retreat from the California race signals not an end, but simply the eye of her ever-turning political storm. After all, hope—or delusion—springs eternal in the corridors of power.
