An ex-Obama adviser has cautioned supporters of Kamala Harris against assuming she is the default replacement for President Biden on the 2024 ticket. The adviser emphasized the importance of Harris proving her capabilities to voters in order to earn the nomination.
During a recent statement, the adviser highlighted that the focus for many party leaders will be on selecting a candidate who can defeat Donald Trump, suggesting that Harris could be a strong contender. However, he expressed concern that some of Harris's supporters have portrayed her as the inevitable choice due to her historic candidacy, rather than emphasizing why she would be the strongest candidate.
The adviser noted that Harris herself has stated her intention to compete and earn the nomination, indicating that it would benefit her to go through an open process. Former President Obama notably refrained from endorsing Harris for the Democratic nomination following Biden's decision to suspend his campaign.
After Biden endorsed Harris, she confirmed her candidacy and expressed her determination to earn the nomination through her own merits. While Harris has garnered endorsements from prominent figures such as former President Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, some Democrats have refrained from explicitly endorsing her.
In response to Biden's decision, Obama expressed confidence in the party's leaders to navigate the upcoming challenges and facilitate a process that leads to the emergence of an outstanding nominee.
