Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris

ABOUT

Kamala Harris is an American politician and attorney currently serving as the 49th Vice President of the United States. She is the first female vice president, the highest-ranking female official in U.S. history, and the first African American and first Asian American vice president. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served as the Junior United States Senator from California from 2017 to 2021 and as the Attorney General of California from 2011 to 2017. Known for her progressive policies, Harris has been a key figure in American politics, advocating for reforms in areas such as criminal justice, healthcare, and immigration.

BEFORE FAME

Kamala Devi Harris was born on October 20, 1964, in Oakland, California. Her mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was a Tamil Indian breast cancer scientist, and her father, Donald Harris, is a Jamaican American professor of economics at Stanford University. Harris graduated from Howard University in 1986 with a degree in Political Science and Economics, before earning her Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. Early in her career, she worked as a deputy district attorney in Alameda County, California, gaining recognition for her work in prosecuting cases of gang violence, drug trafficking, and sexual abuse.

TRIVIA

• Kamala Harris is known for her sharp questioning style during Senate hearings, often drawing public and media attention.
• She co-authored the book "Smart on Crime" in 2009, where she presents her views on criminal justice reform.
• Harris has made multiple appearances on popular culture television shows, including "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and "The View".
• In 2020, Harris was named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World.

FAMILY LIFE

Kamala Harris is married to Douglas Emhoff, an attorney who left his law practice to support Harris in her political career. Emhoff is the first-ever Second Gentleman of the United States. Harris has two stepchildren, Ella and Cole Emhoff, from Emhoff’s previous marriage. Kamala’s multicultural heritage has been a source of inspiration and pride; she often speaks about the influence of her late mother and the importance of family in her life this cultural diversity brought to her upbringing.

ASSOCIATED WITH

Kamala Harris has been closely associated with President Joe Biden. She initially ran against Biden in the 2020 Democratic presidential primaries but was later selected as his running mate. Their ticket went on to win the 2020 election. Harris has also been compared to other groundbreaking female politicians, such as Hillary Clinton and Shirley Chisholm, who was the first African American woman elected to Congress and the first to run for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. Her role as a national figure has also led to associations with influential leaders across various sectors, including activism and business.

Kamala Harris continues to make history and inspire many with her trailblazing career and dedication to public service.