Former President Barack Obama headlined a $4 million fundraiser in Los Angeles on Friday, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming election and describing the country as being at a 'crossroads' of change. During the event, Obama highlighted Vice President Kamala Harris as representing a 'new future' of economic and social fairness, drawing parallels to his own historic 2008 campaign.
Obama praised Harris for her flawless performance since becoming the nominee, particularly noting her strong showing in recent debates. He acknowledged the challenges ahead, stating that significant effort would be required to secure a victory in the upcoming election.
The fundraiser brought the total amount raised by Obama for Democrats to over $76 million, showcasing his commitment to supporting the party in the final stretch of the campaign. Obama is expected to intensify his efforts to rally Democrats leading up to Election Day through various means such as candidate-specific advertising, robocalls, and get-out-the-vote initiatives in collaboration with Harris's team.
While expressing optimism about a potential Harris victory, Obama cautioned that it would not solve all the challenges facing the country. He emphasized that each victory contributes to solidifying a new future and opening up new possibilities for the nation. Obama highlighted the importance of persisting through challenges to establish a new normal and reality for the country.
