The Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Partnership (original) (raw)

Abstract

Just after the ballot when it was clear that Joe Biden won his bid for the president of the United States, he addressed Americans as well as people in the rest of the world. He claimed that the clear majority of at least four million votes and a majority of the electoral college "made it clear they [the voters] want the country to come together -not to continue to pull apart." He continued: "we have to remember: the purpose of our politics isn't total, unrelenting, unending warfare. No. The purpose of our politics, the work of the nation, isn't to fan the flames of conflict, but to solve problems, to guarantee justice, to give everybody a fair shot, to improve the lives of our people. We may be opponents -but we are not enemies. [my italics] We are Americans."

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What explains Joe Biden's electoral success compared to previous candidates?add

The study finds Biden secured 81,261,881 votes, achieving 51.38% of the popular vote, marking a trend of high voter turnout unseen since Obama.

How does Kamala Harris' role differ from previous Vice Presidents?add

Harris's partnership with Biden indicates a novel dynamic where she is positioned as a warrior for social justice, contrasting traditional VP roles focused on support.

When did the concept of the soul of America become a central narrative?add

The concept emerged during Biden's campaign, highlighting a decisive 2020 election where democracy and truth were framed as under threat, echoing sentiments from 2016.

What methodology did Harris use to engage with her audience in her speech?add

Harris employed a combination of personal narrative and collective memory, invoking figures like John Lewis to galvanize community action and emphasize democracy as an active pursuit.

Why do Biden and Harris emphasize the importance of women in their political narrative?add

The research shows they recognize women, especially Black women, as crucial to democratic movements, framing them as the 'guardian class' that represents strength and future potential.

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