Kamala Harris: Racism and Hate are “Not New” in America

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The 2020 presidential election has prompted a variety of conversations about America as a nation. Matters such as income inequality, poverty, access to opportunity, and more are making the rounds in various political discussions.

Left-leaning Democrats have overwhelmingly opined that various discrepanies are due to racism and discrimination. Furthermore, 2020 Democrats maintain that Trump’s presidency has emboldened the existence of racism in America. Of course, critics of Democrats and supporters of the president have pushed back against the aforementioned claims.

Last week, Kamala Harris spoke out about her perceptions of racism and hatred in America.

Harris on Racism and Hatred in America

Last week, Harris delivered remarks during an Iowa State Fair press conference. During this time, the 2020 presidential candidate stated that racial hatred and supremacy in America predates Donald Trump’s presidency. Harris also claimed that she won’t be roped into a conversation which “simplifies this issue.”