Vice President Kamala Harris is facing a time crunch in selecting her running mate after President Joe Biden handed her the reigns. With only two weeks to nominate a candidate before the deadline, Harris is quickly narrowing down her list of potential picks. Names such as Sen. Mark Kelly, Gov. Josh Shapiro, and Gov. Roy Cooper are emerging as top contenders.
The campaign is seeking a running mate who will appeal to demographics that Biden would have brought to the table, including older white voters and suburban women. Harris is looking for someone with traditional criteria like campaign experience, ticket balance, and personal relationship. Ultimately, she is focused on beating Trump in the upcoming election.
Harris has surrounded herself with a tight circle of aides and advisers to help with the vetting process. The decision will be crucial as her running mate will play a pivotal role in signaling to voters that she has the judgment to be president.
As the first woman, first Black woman, and first Asian American person potentially to serve as president, Harris’s choice for running mate will be closely scrutinized. The background and ability of the chosen candidate to promote Harris’s readiness for the presidency will be key factors.
Now that she’s stepping into Biden’s position on the ticket, Harris may need a Biden of her own to secure victory in the election.