Susan Ford Bales, daughter of late Republican president Gerald Ford, announced her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday. In her statement, she emphasized the need for a leader who embodies qualities of seriousness, compassion, and honor, particularly in upholding the Constitution.
Reflecting on the tumultuous events of January 6th, Ford Bales underscored the importance of preventing a return to divisive and destructive behaviors. She called for accountability for those who incited the violence and stressed the necessity of never allowing such tragedies to recur.
Despite potential policy disagreements, Ford Bales praised Harris for her integrity and commitment to principles akin to those that guided her father. This led her to the conclusion that Kamala Harris is the right choice for the 47th President of the United States.
The endorsement by Ford Bales, a Republican residing in Grand Rapids, Michigan, aligns with Vice President Harris's efforts to engage with GOP voters disenchanted with former President Donald Trump. Harris is currently on a multi-state tour alongside Republican former Rep. Liz Cheney, who also endorsed her this year, along with her father, former Vice President Dick Cheney.
Harris and Cheney are scheduled to host an event in Oakland County, Michigan, as part of their outreach to voters in battleground states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The collaboration between Harris and prominent Republicans signals a strategic approach to bridging political divides and appealing to a broader spectrum of voters.
