Kamala Harris

2024 - 10 - 28

Kamala Harris and the Cognitive Challenge: Let's Get Ready to Rumble!

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Vice President Kamala Harris is throwing down the gauntlet! Find out how she reacts to Trump's IQ claims and the science behind her rebellious roots!

In a bold move that sent ripples through political circles, Vice President Kamala Harris recently responded to former President Donald Trump’s allegations about her intelligence. The exchange popped off when Trump claimed Harris had lower intelligence than some might think. Not one to back down, Harris declared that she would willingly take a cognitive test and even challenged Trump to join her in the effort. The gauntlet was thrown, and social media lit up with reactions, ranging from laughter to reverence for her fierce demeanor. Will this challenge take a new turn in the political debate or will it just add another layer to the ongoing rivalry? Only time will tell.

But Harris's intelligence and accomplishments are not just a matter of a quick test. Much of her brilliance can be traced back to her mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, who emerged as an influential breast cancer researcher. Shyamala's impressive career was marked by her dedication to scientific advancement and egalitarian politics, often challenging traditional norms in a male-dominated field. This background undoubtedly played a significant role in shaping Kamala into the resilient and formidable figure she is today. Can you imagine the dinner conversations in the Harris household? Between discussions of policy and scientific breakthroughs, it must have been a whirlwind of ideas!

What's more intriguing is the story of how Shyamala bravely navigated her career, often defying the patriarchal structures that sought to limit her potential. Her passion for justice and equality not only influenced her scientific work but also inspired Kamala's political journey. That rebellious spirit seems to echo through Kamala's innovative approach to leadership today. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, does it?

As this challenge unfolds, it sheds light on a broader narrative about women in science, politics, and the ongoing fight for representation. Just as Kamala challenges the status quo in politics, her mother shattered barriers in the scientific community, proving that women can lead and excel in every field imaginable.

Did you know that Kamala Harris is the first female Vice President of the United States and the first Black and South Asian Vice President as well? Her mother's legacy continues to flourish not just in Kamala's accomplishments but also in the fight against cancer that Shyamala championed throughout her career. Together, they not only inspire a new generation of leaders but also remind us of the intricate links between family heritage and personal ambition!

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Kamala Harris says she'd take a cognitive test; challenges Trump "to ... (CBS News)

Vice President Kamala Harris, responding to former President Donald Trump's claims about her IQ, said she would take a cognitive test — and "would challenge ...

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The Rebellious Scientist Who Made Kamala Harris (The New York Times)

The presidential candidate's mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, was a breast cancer researcher whose egalitarian politics often bucked a patriarchal lab ...

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Harris tells Philadelphia church election will "decide the fate of our ... (CBS News)

Vice President Kamala Harris made a series of campaign stops around Philadelphia Sunday.

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US Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris questions Trump's definition ... (Livemint)

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris criticized Donald Trump for his divisive rhetoric, stating that he uses fear tactics to create a ...

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Where is Harris today? See Monday's schedule, latest news on ... (USA TODAY)

Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz attend joint rally in Michigan on Monday - just eight days before Nov. 5 election.

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Kamala Harris trolled for unveiling 'pathetic' new accent at ... (Hindustan Times)

While speaking before a Philadelphia church congregation, people noticed that Kamala Harris apparently unveiled a different accent.

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Kamala Harris visits church, barbershop, bookstore to rally ... (India Today)

Vice President Kamala Harris rallied voters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, underscoring the election's high stakes and urging early turnout.

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Election 2024 live updates: Harris, Walz plan to visit all 7 ... (The Washington Post)

Get the latest news from the 2024 campaign trail in the contest between Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump.

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Harris, Walz come to North Carolina again this week (WCNC.com)

The Democrats will visit Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro and Ashville this week to campaign for more votes ahead of the presidential election.

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Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, Ricky Martin & More Amplify Kamala ... (Billboard)

Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, Ricky Martin and Luis Fonsi amplified Kamala Harris campaign after racist Puerto Rico jokes at N.Y. Trump rally.

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Bad Bunny, Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin Show Support for Kamala ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Bad Bunny and Jennifer Lopez are supporting Kamala Harris after comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made a racist joke about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally.

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Kamala Harris woos Puerto Rico after Trump rally comments (Newsweek)

The Democratic presidential candidate released a video about Puerto Rico after a comedian at Trump's rally called it a "floating pile of garbage."

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Puerto Rican stars support Kamala Harris amid Trump-rally ... (Business Insider)

Tony Hinchcliffe's comments angered Puerto Rican celebrities. It comes weeks after high-profile Haitians spoke out against Trump.

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Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin Voice Support for Harris After Trump ... (Rolling Stone)

Jennifer Lopez and Ricky Martin endorsed Kamala Harris for president after comedian Tony Hinchcliffe insulted Puerto Rico during Donald Trump's rally.

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Bad Bunny gives presidential endorsement 8 days before 2024 ... (CBS News 8)

The superstar's endorsement came moments after a speaker at a Trump event in New York made racist jokes about Latinos.

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After racist comments at Trump rally, Bad Bunny, Ricky Martin and ... (CNBCTV18)

Amid criticism over Hinchcliffe's comment, Trump's campaign in a statement clarified that the remark made by the comedian at the former US president's rally ...

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Harris dismisses Tony Hinchcliffe 'nonsense' about Puerto Rico at ... (CNBC)

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris said GOP nominee Donald Trump is "fixated on his grievances, on himself and on dividing our country."

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Kamala Harris to hold campaign rally in Washington DC a week ... (USA TODAY)

With less than a week to go before Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris will hold a Tuesday rally in Washington D.C..

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What to Know About Kamala Harris's Speech on the Ellipse ... (Washingtonian)

Vice President Kamala Harris will make her final case to voters Tuesday on the Ellipse—one last opportunity before Election Day to contrast her campaign ...

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List: Downtown DC road closures for Harris' speech on the Ellipse (NBC4 Washington)

NBC Universal, Inc. Preps are underway on the Ellipse for a major speech by Vice President Kamala Harris as she aims to make a closing argument to the American ...

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'It is about getting people to show up and vote' | Crews set up for ... (WUSA9.com)

According to a permit for the 'First Amendment Political Speech' event, as many as 20,000 people are expected to attend. Author: Matt Gregory, Alanea Cremen.

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Harris to give speech in DC as Trump campaigns in Pennsylvania ... (CNN)

One week until Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris is delivering a final-stretch closing argument address tonight in Washington, DC, while former ...

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Road closures for Kamala Harris speech on the Ellipse in DC (WTOP)

Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris will hold her campaign's closing argument Tuesday on the Ellipse in D.C. Here are the road ...

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Kamala Harris plans 'freedom' rally, Trump courts men in final push (Business Standard)

Harris casts herself as standing in between Trump and a key trifecta that includes economic opportunity, reproductive rights and Democracy itself.

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Kamala Harris to give 'closing argument' speech at Washington's ... (Financial Times)

Site was where Trump urged supporters to protest against 2020 election result.

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Kamala Harris to urge voters to 'turn the page' on era of Trump (The Guardian)

Vice-president to strike hopeful tone in remarks delivered from site of Trump's speech before deadly January 6 attack.

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US election: Kamala Harris to rally where Donald Trump riled ... (Hindustan Times)

Harris will also deliver an "optimistic and hopeful" message, a campaign official said, amid rumblings in the party that she is focusing too much on Trump.

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Kamala Harris speech Tuesday at Ellipse will be campaign's closing ... (FOX 5 DC)

Vice President Kamala Harris plans to deliver her campaign's closing argument at the Ellipse, near the White House, where Donald Trump helped incite a mob ...

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Election 2024 live updates: Kamala Harris to deliver Ellipse speech ... (NBC News)

Live updates about the 2024 election. Follow live updates about Kamala Harris and Donald Trump before Harris' closing argument speech.

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Harris hopes Ellipse speech will recall Trump's chaos, but also ... (CNN)

As advisers to Vice President Kamala Harris were mulling where to stage the final major address of her campaign, they had a few boxes to check.

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What time is Kamala Harris rally today at Ellipse in Washington DC ... (El Paso Times)

Harris is scheduled to deliver a campaign speech at the Ellipse on Tuesday. The park is the spot where Trump held a rally before the Capitol riot.

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Joe Rogan leaves door open for Kamala Harris interview on popular ... (The Guardian)

Top-ranked podcast says he rejected terms placed by Harris's team but indicates 'she might still do it'

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How I Talk to My Daughters About Kamala Harris - Ms. Magazine (Ms. Magazine)

When Vice President Kamala Harris held her first rally as the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, my husband and I watched intently as our ...

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Will Kamala Harris Go on Joe Rogan Podcast? (Variety)

Joe Rogan said he was open to hosting VP Kamala Harris on his popular podcast -- if she agrees to record the interview at his Austin studio.

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Joe Rogan Open To Kamala Harris Podcast Interview But Only If ... (Deadline)

After linking to his interview with Trump on The Joe Rogan Experience, podcaster and comedian Rogan wrote: “[F]or the record the Harris campaign has not passed ...

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Kamala Harris's DC Rally Now Expects Twice as Many People ... (Washingtonian)

As a decidedly non-swing non-state, DC rarely attracts political rallies during campaign season. But Vice President Kamala Harris is slated to make her ...

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Jeff Bezos defends 'principled decision' to block Washington Post ... (Financial Times)

“The Washington Post decided to nuke their presidential endorsements for good rather than endorse Harris-Walz,” the Trump campaign said. Last week, 17 of the ...

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Kamala Harris Calls Newspaper Decisions Not to Endorse ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Kamala Harris Calls Newspaper Decisions Not to Endorse “Disappointing” ... In an interview with Charlamagne tha God, the Democratic nominee said the Washington ...

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“Disappointing”: Kamala Harris Comments On Washington Post And ... (Deadline)

“It's disappointing, no doubt,” Harris said. The editorial boards of both publications were reportedly planning to endorse Harris, but those decisions were ...

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Joe Rogan Gives Two Reasons Why Kamala Harris Hasn't Come ... (Hollywood Reporter)

The podcaster still wants the vice president to appear on his show, but says they disagree on a couple of terms.

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Joe Rogan says he discussed doing interview with Kamala Harris (USA TODAY)

Mega-podcaster Joe Rogan said Kamala Harris' campaign offered to set up an interview, but he declined over the terms.

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Harris rally expected to draw more than 50K to downtown DC (NBC4 Washington)

Here's what to know about Vice President Kamala Harris' speech on the Ellipse, including info on major road closures ...

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The Last Word: Kamala Harris' Closing Argument Ellipse Speech ... (Deadline)

“Donald Trump has spent a decade trying to keep the American people divided and afraid of each other, the Vice President will say of her self declared “dictator ...

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What time is Kamala Harris' speech tonight? How to watch DC ... (Austin American-Statesman)

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to give a speech in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, on the Ellipse near the White House. Here's how to watch.

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