Staff Reports
Vice President Kamala Harris is once again giving everyone a reason to raise an eyebrow and ask if she’s auditioning for a new sitcom. In her latest viral escapade, Harris delivered what can only be described as a combination of a post-election pep talk and a strange stand-up routine. Just six weeks after losing to President-elect Donald Trump, she was out there at the Maryland Corps service year program, attempting to spread positivity while her delivery left everyone scratching their heads.
In a truly mesmerizing display, Harris insisted that true commitment shows through adversity, and just moments after making that declaration, her signature cackle erupted from the stage. The audience, apparently well-rehearsed in the art of forced laughter, responded as if she had just delivered the punchline of the year. This woman has a talent for transforming serious moments into comedic gold, with exaggerated nods and a cheerful demeanor that makes one wonder if she’s perhaps had one too many cups of coffee—or something stronger—before stepping on stage.
Kamala: “I ask you to remember the context in which you exist.”
“Ya, I did that!”
Then…the CACKLING…
Good freaking gravy, did we make the correct choice, ‘Merica.pic.twitter.com/2RAz05qNmO
— Steve Cortes (@CortesSteve) December 18, 2024
Among her more memorable moments was Harris reminding the audience of the long history of struggles in America, which she’s apparently been studying for centuries. Her reference to the ongoing resistance against “assaults on ideals” was punctuated, oddly enough, with laughter. When she asked the crowd to remember that “this fight continues with you,” it was less a rallying cry and more a reminder that she is still very much in the game despite her astonishing lack of political success since the election.
Early in her address, attempting to connect with the future leaders of America, Harris emphasized the community spirit, conjuring images of togetherness over her past tirades against Trump. One might think the recent election results would dampen her spirit, but not so for Harris, who insisted that Americans are “all in this together.” Ironically, this spirit of unity has been noticeably absent from her administration’s dealings, which seem to focus on division and dissection of what it means to be American, all while standing proudly at the podium.
The mainstream media is, of course, showering her with praise for encouraging the audience to “stay in the fight,” even if that fight has led Americans down a path of economic hardship. The irony of her urging people to stay engaged in a struggle about the economy while she has been in a leadership position for four years didn’t seem to cross the minds of those reporting on her performance. Meanwhile, claims about protecting democracy and ensuring America’s ideals shine brightly sounded a little hollow, especially from someone whose approval ratings have been diving like a lead balloon.
As the dust settles from her bizarre attempt at a motivational speech, speculation about Harris’s future looms large. Discussions are ongoing about her potential run for president in 2028 or a gubernatorial bid in California, but one thing is certain—if her speeches continue to take this strangely comedic turn, she might want to line up some audition slots instead. With her penchant for outrageous statements and flamboyant delivery, the entertainment industry could find a welcome addition in Harris, even if America might be better off without her as its vice president.
