Vice presidential nominee Tim Walz takes the stage tonight, but Kamala Harris' absence adds to the narrative of a divided Democratic Party.
As the Democratic National Convention (DNC) enters its third day, vice presidential nominee Tim Walz prepares to take the stage while the absence of Sen. Kamala Harris adds to the growing narrative of a divided Democratic Party.
Harris' decision to skip the DNC on the evening that former President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama were scheduled to speak has fueled speculation about a rift between the two camps. Some observers speculate that Harris' absence could be a sign of resentment toward the Obamas, who were seen as endorsing Joe Biden over her during the primary.
DNC Day 3: Harris Skips DNC as Obamas Speak, Fueling White House Rift
On Wednesday, Harris' running mate, Sen. Tim Walz, will formally accept the Democratic Party's nomination for vice president. Walz's speech is expected to focus on the party's platform of economic recovery and social justice.
Meanwhile, the absence of Harris at the DNC has become a major talking point. Some Democrats have expressed concerns that Harris' absence sends a message of disunity, while others believe it is simply a matter of scheduling.
DNC Day 3: Harris Skips DNC as Obamas Speak, Fueling White House Rift
Harris' supporters have argued that the vice presidential nominee has a busy schedule, including a campaign rally in Wisconsin on Wednesday. They also point out that Harris has previously expressed her support for the Obamas and that her absence should not be seen as a sign of division.
However, others have speculated that Harris' absence could be a sign of a deeper rift within the Democratic Party. Some Democrats have reportedly expressed concerns about Harris' potential influence on Biden if she were to become vice president.
DNC Day 3: Harris Skips DNC as Obamas Speak, Fueling White House Rift
The absence of Harris at the DNC has drawn comparisons to the 2016 Democratic National Convention, when then-Vice President Joe Biden skipped the event in favor of campaigning in battleground states. At the time, Biden's absence from the convention was seen as a sign of the party's lack of unity.
The DNC is a critical event for any presidential candidate, as it provides an opportunity for the party to unify behind its nominee and present a vision for the country. Harris' absence from the convention on the evening that the Obamas were scheduled to speak has raised questions about the level of unity within the Democratic Party.
DNC Day 3: Harris Skips DNC as Obamas Speak, Fueling White House Rift
