However, Black Lives Matter argues that the Democratic Party’s elites and billionaire donors are manipulating Black voters by anointing Harris and an unknown vice president without a primary vote by the public.
“This blatant disregard for democratic principles is unacceptable,” BLM continued. “While the potential outcome of a Harris presidency may be historic, the process to achieve it must align with true democratic values. We have no idea where Kamala Harris stands on the issues, now that she has assumed Joe Biden’s place, and we have no idea of the record of her potential vice president because we don’t even know who it is yet.”
BLM’s concerns reflect a broader demand for transparency and inclusivity in the nomination process.
Shalomyah Browers, a BLM leader, emphasized that the issue is not an attack on Kamala Harris or Black women. Instead, the focus is on ensuring a democratic nominating process that respects the voices of all voters.
“This is not an attack on Kamala Harris or Black women, and right now we aren’t questioning Kamala’s qualifications or capabilities. This is about the nominating process,” Browers stated.
President Biden’s Decision
President Biden, in a letter following his withdrawal announcement, explained that his decision to step aside was in the interests of his party and the nation. He expressed a desire to concentrate fully on fulfilling his responsibilities as President.
