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Oprah Winfrey made a rare political appearance at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president. Though Winfrey usually avoids politics, she felt compelled to support Harris, emphasizing the importance of choosing "optimism over cynicism" and "inclusion over retribution." Winfrey acknowledged the risks of her decision but believed it was necessary to speak out. She highlighted the significance of Harris potentially becoming the first female president, viewing it as a powerful symbol for women and girls globally.
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00:00It's Benzinga, and here's what's on the block.
00:02Oprah Winfrey made a rare political appearance at the 2024 Democratic National Convention
00:07in Chicago, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president.
00:11Though Winfrey usually avoids politics, she felt compelled to support Harris, emphasizing
00:15the importance of choosing optimism over cynicism and inclusion over retribution.
00:20Winfrey acknowledged the risks of her decision, but believed it was necessary to speak out.
00:25She highlighted the significance of Harris potentially becoming the first female president,
00:29viewing it as a powerful symbol for women and girls globally.
00:31For all things money, visit Benzinga.com.

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