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October 18, 2025 2 mins
In the midst of a prolonged U.S. government shutdown, former Vice President Kamala Harris is emerging as a prominent voice in support of Democratic efforts to advocate for working Americans. Harris has been vocal during her travels across the country, emphasizing the Democratic Party's commitment to standing with those most affected by the government stalemate. Her remarks come as Democrats and Republicans remain at an impasse, with critical government services hanging in the balance.

In an interview with the Associated Press, Harris articulated her belief that Democrats are unwavering in their support for everyday workers. She framed the party's stance as a resistance against measures threatening the welfare of working-class individuals, highlighting her dual role as both a seasoned party figure and a potential future candidate. These actions underline Harris's continued influence within the party and her potential political aspirations.

Harris combined her political message with promotional efforts for her new book, "107 Days," during a recent visit to Birmingham, Alabama. At the Alabama Theatre, she captivated the audience with reflections on her past presidential run, offering insights and lessons drawn from her experiences. Her book tour, positioned as a nationwide endeavor, serves as a platform for Harris to engage directly with constituents and discuss pressing issues, including the ongoing shutdown.

The response to her Birmingham appearance was enthusiastic, with attendees expressing admiration for Harris's resolve and leadership. As she interacts with communities across the United States, Harris's message remains clear: the Democratic Party is committed to fighting for the rights and livelihoods of working people during this critical juncture.

Kamala Harris's sustained engagement in national discourse and her efforts to galvanize support among voters amplify her presence on the political stage. As the government shutdown persists, her advocacy for working-class Americans becomes ever more relevant, positioning her both as an elder stateswoman and a potential future leader ready to tackle the nation's challenges.

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Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is your Kamala Harris News Tracker podcast and this
is what Bates are hook today. In the midst of
a prolonged US government shutdown, former Vice President Kamala Harris
is emerging as a prominent voice in support of Democratic
efforts to advocate for working Americans. Harris has been vocal

(00:20):
during her travels across the country emphasizing the Democratic Party's
commitment to standing with those most affected by the government stalemate.
Her remarks come as Democrats and Republicans remain at an
impasse with critical government services hanging in the balance. In
an interview with The Associated Press, Harris articulated her belief

(00:41):
that Democrats are unwavering in their support for everyday workers.
She framed the party's stance as a resistance against measures
threatening the welfare of working class individuals, highlighting her dual
role as both a seasoned party figure and a potential
future candidate. These actions underline Harris's continued influence within the

(01:02):
party and her potential political aspirations. Harris combined her political
message with promotional efforts for her new book, One hundred
seven Days during a recent visit to Birmingham, Alabama. At
the Alabama theater. She captivated the audience with reflections on
her past presidential run, offering insights and lessons drawn from

(01:22):
her experiences. Her book tour, positioned as a nationwide endeavour,
serves as a platform for Harris to engage directly with
constituents and discuss pressing issues, including the ongoing shutdown. The
response to her Birmingham appearance was enthusiastic, with attendees expressing
admiration for Harris's resolve and leadership as she interacts with

(01:45):
communities across the United States. Harris's message remains clear. The
Democratic Party is committed to fighting for the rights and
livelihoods of working people during this critical juncture. Kamala Harris's
sustained engagement in next national discourse and her efforts to
galvanize support among voters amplify her presence on the political stage.

(02:07):
As the government shut down persists, her advocacy for working
class Americans becomes ever more relevant, positioning her both as
an elder stateswoman and a potential future leader ready to
tackle the nation's challenges. That is it for this episode.
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