Vice President Kamala Harris is set to deliver the keynote speech at Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.’s biennial convention in Dallas on Wednesday. This significant appearance comes during a pivotal week for the Biden-Harris reelection campaign.
Harris, a member of AKA since her time at Howard University, will address over 20,000 members, emphasizing the sorority’s commitment to social justice1. The speech is expected to highlight the Biden administration’s achievements in supporting abortion rights, HBCU funding, and student loan forgiveness2.
The timing of Harris’ address is critical as President Biden faces declining support due to concerns over his handling of Israel’s war in Gaza, his age, and the economy. Harris’ speech aims to mobilize AKA members, a powerful voting bloc, to support the Biden-Harris ticket in the upcoming election.
Former AKA president Glenda Baskin Glover and other members expressed their eagerness to hear Harris discuss unifying the country, reproductive rights, and social justice. The convention, known as Boule, is a significant event for the sorority, which has a long history of advocating for social justice and voter mobilization.
As Biden meets with world leaders at the NATO summit, Harris continues to campaign, with events in Las Vegas and North Carolina3. Her speech at the AKA convention is seen as a crucial moment to rally support and energize voters ahead of the election.
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