Staff Reports
Kamala Harris resurfaced on social media recently with a video that might make one question whether she had a little too much fun in the sun. After a getaway in Hawaii that was presumably intended for relaxation, the Vice President decided that a cocktail of self-pity and confusion would pair perfectly with her latest communication to the supporters that still exist out there somewhere. Instead of retreating back to the luxurious shelter of oblivion, she filmed a clip that is less of a leadership message and more of a comedy special gone wrong.
The video, short enough to watch while waiting for a pot of water to boil, might suggest a tipsy Kamala had been pre-gaming for her own performance review. With more slurring than a drunken karaoke session, she attempted to dish out words of reassurance but instead served up a steaming plate of embarrassment. There’s something about the combination of Hawaiian vacation vibes and Vice Presidential responsibilities that might have led her to lose more than just her way — perhaps it’s the confidence the Democrats notoriously lack.
Commentators couldn’t resist indulging in the spectacle, declaring the clip a cringe-worthy dive into the absurd. It’s not every day that a sitting Vice President gives off serious “Mommy’s had too much wine” vibes while addressing the nation. With a level of professionalism that would make most mortals reconsider their career choices, Harris stumbled through her comments, making it clear that her cocktail didn’t just contain rum, but also a healthy dose of denial.
At this point, one has to wonder about the haunting echoes of self-awareness in the Democratic camp. Someone, likely a brave intern or a resilient aide, must have decided that Harris needed to share her boozy escapades with the world. After the election debacles of the past year, perhaps they viewed this as a character-building exercise. Or maybe it was simply a jovial nod to her notorious reputation for making every occasion a little too festive. Whatever the rationale, the result was a viral video moment that left onlookers wondering if they were watching a political clip or the blooper reel from a failed sitcom pilot.
Harris Finally Releases a Video Message to Her Supporters, and Just How Drunk Was She?https://t.co/Mvuh2TW9N0
— PJ Media (@PJMedia_com) November 27, 2024
As for Harris’ political future, it looks as shaky as her grip on sober speech. The sharp-elbowed world of Democrat competition is bound to seize this opportunity and run with it straight into the 2028 election cycle. Rivals like Gavin Newsom are surely polishing their shoes and licking their chops at this latest display of flawed leadership. While Kamala may have thought she could charm her supporters with a humblebrag about life on the islands, savvy observers rank it as an epic fail, perhaps even more entertaining than a weekend binge-watch of reality TV.
In the end, perhaps the best takeaway from Harris’s latest foray into public speaking is the reminder that even those who aspire to lead can have their moments of sheer ridiculousness. A good laugh is always in order when it comes to political theater, especially when the show begins and ends with the Vice President fumbling through the baggage of her own choices. Bursting onto the scene with a warning that drinking and politics do not mix well, she gave everyone a splendid reason to watch the political landscape for the amusing—if not moderately tragic—show it continues to produce.
