Kamala Harris

Today I am thinking of my mother, Dr. Shyamala Gopalan Harris, and the many lessons she taught me. I am so proud to be her daughter. Happy Mother's Day to the mothers, stepmoms, grandmothers, godmothers, aunties, and all the women in our lives who love, raise, and guide us.

Congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his historic selection. Doug and I join millions across our nation and around the world in praying for him as he steps into his new role and leads the Catholic Church.

On Yom HaShoah, we remember the 6 million Jews murdered in the Holocaust in one of the worst atrocities in human history. Let us always honor the stories of survivors, and let us all recommit to the work to ensure “never again.”

Today, we remember and honor the 1.5 million people who were deported, massacred, and marched to their death in the Armenian genocide. As we mark 110 years since the beginning of this tragedy, we also reflect on the strength and resilience of the Armenian people and renew our…

Pope Francis was a visionary leader who dedicated his life to service and justice. He encouraged us to protect our planet, championed a more inclusive church, and cared for all of God’s children — especially the most vulnerable among us. Doug and I pray for His Holiness, and we…

On Easter Sunday, we celebrate joy, hope, and our faith in renewal — even through the darkest of times. To all those celebrating today, our family wishes you a happy Easter.

During Black Maternal Health Week, we celebrate the progress we have made and continue to address this issue with urgency. This year, as Black maternal health initiatives and women’s health research are under attack, our fight remains more important than ever. Together, we…

Fear has a way of being contagious. But courage is also contagious.

Today in every state across our nation, Americans are standing up to the administration as they implement Project 2025 at full speed. Thank you for using your voices and the power of protest to stand for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid; for the Department of Education…

Judge Susan Crawford's victory is a victory for working people in Wisconsin. She will take her seat on the bench and continue to uphold the rights and protect the freedoms of all people in her state. Last night, I joined the @WisDems team to thank them for their hard work in…

The true measure of a leader is not based on who you beat down but on who you lift up. For over 24 hours, my friend @CoryBooker stood on the floor of the Senate and lifted up the voices of the American people harmed by the current administration. We must continue to fight for…

When we organize — including at the ballot box — we have the power to make a difference in our communities. Today, Wisconsinites can get out and vote for Judge Susan Crawford to protect your freedoms and rights. Find your polling place at wisdems.org/vote.

Raúl Grijalva was a fighter and a champion for working people. Our nation is better off because of his many decades of public service. Doug and I send our condolences to his wife Ramona, their daughters, the people of Arizona, and everyone who was inspired by his leadership.

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate sisters, friends, aunties, coworkers, and all the women who bring joy to our lives. Let us remember and live the words of my mother, Dr. Shyamala Gopalan Harris: While we may be the first to do many things, we must make sure we are not…

Today, we mark the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. On that cold Sunday morning, 600 brave souls began their march from Selma to Montgomery. They were met with crushing violence, beaten by troopers with nightsticks and trampled by horses. And still, they returned to Selma and…

I grew up listening to the legendary Roy Ayers. “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” is one of my favorite songs, and it has scored some of the most important moments in my life. When Doug and I were dating, one of the first things Cole and I bonded over was our love for Roy Ayers.…

I speak often of the heroes upon whose broad shoulders we stand. Dr. Hazel Dukes was one of those heroes. Hazel was an educator, an advocate, and an activist. Her leadership within the NAACP moved New York state and our nation forward, whether through the fight for economic…

Roberta Flack was a dynamic woman and a remarkable artist. She was a Howard alum, pianist, school teacher, Grammy record-setter, and a musician I loved throughout my life. Doug and I send our prayers to Roberta's loved ones and all those who have been touched by her artistry.

This evening, I was honored to accept the NAACP’s Chairman’s Award. I grew up inspired by the work of the NAACP — by all those who took up the fight for justice, equality, and opportunity. Their example is part of the reason I chose a life of public service. At this moment,…

Welcome home, Sagui Dekel-Chen. Doug and I are grateful to see our fellow American citizen finally reunited with his loved ones after being held hostage in Gaza for 498 days. Sagui and his family have shown extraordinary strength through a horrific ordeal. As Sagui’s father,…