Oprah Winfrey Makes Surprise Appearance at DNC, Backs Kamala Harris for President

Benzinga
Benzinga
  • last month
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.
Transcript
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.

Recommended

1:04
I
Up next
Here's Why Tech Stocks May Lead The Way Into The End Of The Year
Benzinga
0:49
'They're Eating The Cats:' How Polymarket Traders Predicted Donald Trump's Bizarre Claim And The Pre-Debate Handshake
Benzinga
0:44
Nancy Pelosi Says Trump Lost To Kamala Harris And 'That's Why He Doesn't Want To Debate Again'
Benzinga
0:45
SpaceX Completes 1st-Ever Spacewalk By A Commercial Company As Part Of Polaris Dawn Mission
Benzinga
0:45
Apple's iPhone Production Move To India Signals Broader Tech Exodus From China, With Microsoft And Amazon Following Suit, Says Analyst
Benzinga
3:43
Kamala Harris accepts historic Democratic nomination for US president
Manila Bulletin
1:15
The Jamaican family of Kamala Harris reacts to her VP nomination
Agence France-Presse
0:43
Harris Warns Against Trump, Urges Disillusioned Republicans to Join Her in Historical Nomination Acceptance Speech
Benzinga
1:24
US Vice President Kamala Harris makes surprise appearance at Democratic National Convention
euronews (in English)
0:34
VP Kamala Harris Secures 2024 Democratic Presidential Nomination, Becomes First Woman of Color to Lead Major Party Ticket
Benzinga
1:38
8 Things to Know About Kamala Harris: The First-Ever Female Vice President of the United States
SheKnows
3:11
Kamala Harris Creates History, Becomes First Woman Vice President Of The US
English NEWJ
1:15
Kamala Harris has a powerful message for all the little girls: Watch the Video | Oneindia News
Oneindia
0:43
'White Dudes for Harris' Raises $3.5 Million for Kamala Harris' 2024 Presidential Campaign
Benzinga
0:36
Gavin Newsom Backs Kamala Harris, Calls VP Tough, Fearless And Tenacious: 'The Ideal Candidate To Counter Donald Trump'
Benzinga
1:46
Kamala Harris becomes first Indian-American woman to announce White House bid
Hindustan Times
0:35
Kamala Harris secures enough votes to become democratic nominee
euronews (in English)
1:18
Kamala Harris makes history as the first woman elected US vice president
Agence France-Presse
1:16
Speculation Persists About Kamala Harris Preparing For A Presidential Run In 2020
Geo Beats
2:44
Analysis: Kamala Harris’ DNC Speech Lays Out U.S. Role in the World
TaiwanPlus News
1:00
Harris for president: Kamala Harris kicks off presidential campaign
Australian Community Media
1:39
Could Kamala Harris be the next US President?
AFP English
1:52
Kamala Harris’ VP Win Celebrated By Stars
BQHEntertainment
1:29
WATCH: In My Feed - Here's What A Kamala Harris Presidency Would Potentially Mean For Black Women
essencemagazine
0:42
Kamala Harris Gets Enough Delegate Votes for Democratic Nomination
TaiwanPlus News