Vice President Kamala Harris made her second visit to Houston, Texas, addressing a large convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Speaking to members of the Sigma Gamma Rho sorority, Harris emphasized the importance of leadership that values truth and does not respond with hostility when confronted with facts. This speech marked her second appearance at the convention center in as many weeks, following her address to the nation’s largest teachers union on July 25.
As part of her summer series of engagements, Harris focused on the theme of freedom being under attack. She highlighted the need to protect the freedom to vote, the freedom to be safe from gun violence, the freedom to live without fear of bigotry and hate, the freedom to love openly and with pride, the freedom to acknowledge America’s true history, and the freedom of a woman to make decisions about her own body.
However, Harris’s visit to Texas was met with criticism from Governor Greg Abbott. On social media, he accused her of mishandling the border crisis and blamed her for the entry of criminal undocumented immigrants into the country. Despite facing challenges in Texas as the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee for the November election, Harris used her time in the state to not only address potential supporters nationwide but also raise $2.5 million at a downtown fundraiser.
Following her visit to Houston, Harris planned to spend the night in the city and deliver the eulogy at the service for the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee on Thursday. These engagements come at a critical time in the presidential campaign, as President Joe Biden recently withdrew and pledged his support to Harris.
In conclusion, Vice President Kamala Harris’s visit to Houston highlighted her commitment to addressing key issues such as leadership, freedom, and immigration. Despite facing criticism, Harris utilized her time in Texas to connect with supporters and raise significant funds for her campaign. As the presidential race intensifies, Harris continues to build momentum and solidify her position as the Democratic nominee.
