Staff Reports
A recent video clip resurfaces, revealing then-San Francisco District Attorney Kamala Harris boasting about her prosecutorial powers in a way that sends shivers down the spine of any freedom-loving American. During a 2010 Google conference, Harris made it clear just how easy it is for her to ruin lives with a mere flick of her pen, flaunting her ability to impose misdemeanor charges at will. She casually remarked that someone could end up embarrassed in their community due solely to her whims, making her demeanor in the video closer to a villain in a bad movie than a serious politician.
In this cringeworthy display, Harris’s expression conveys a mix of excitement and a touch of, dare it be said, delight in the authority she wields over others. Her animated swaying and hand gestures are almost comical, yet the implications of her comments are anything but. Instead of showing concern for those affected by her decisions, there is an unsettling joy about her capacity to use the law as a weapon instead of a shield. The fact that she could decide to drop charges merely days later adds a layer of mockery—her powers come with no accountability, leaving the accused to deal with the messy fallout.
Here is an example of what I was referencing in my post below…
Kamala Harris in 2010: "The power I have as a prosecutor is that with a swipe of my pen, I can charge someone with a misdemeanor, the lowest level offense possible. And by virtue of that swipe of my pen, you will… https://t.co/Xy1BTWV2gJ pic.twitter.com/CIdLMWS33z
— Tony Seruga (@TonySeruga) August 6, 2024
Supporters of Harris have rushed to defend her, claiming she was merely stressing the importance of prosecutorial discretion and the need for ethical use of power. However, this defense overlooks the chilling reality of her statements. What’s even more alarming is how this mindset mirrors the approach of the Biden-Harris administration, which has a track record of aggression towards political opponents, selectively targeting those who dare to challenge their radical agenda. This reflects a broader pattern of intimidation and harassment that has permeated the political climate over the past several years.
Kamala Harris’s bluster during the clip reveals a politician who may feel she holds unassailable power—one that has only grown since her tenure in San Francisco has contributed to its recognition as one of the most crime-riddled cities in America. The very city she supposedly improved is now a byword for lawlessness, drawing ridicule for everything from rampant homelessness to open drug use. Despite her bravado, there is little to show for her time in office except a legacy of inefficiency and disorder.
As the nation’s attention shifts towards both her and her newly elected running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, their past records are coming under fire. Harris’s so-called accomplishments as a prosecutor seem to vanish under scrutiny, leaving behind a trail of distress and chaos rather than the promised ‘justice’ and ‘fairness.’ With more Z-level politicking and eye-rolling moments on social media, the voters are left wondering what would happen if Harris were granted more power than she already feasts upon. The spectacle is as comical as it is concerning, and as the elections loom closer, the entire country holds its breath to see how deep this rabbit hole truly goes.
