Stories tagged: "Kamala Harris"

Politics The "Field of Flags" is pictured on the National Mall as the US Capitol Building is prepared for the inauguration ceremonies for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on January 18, 2021 in Washington, DC. - President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will be sworn into office January 20, 2021.
Politics ‘History Being Made’: Michigan Reacts to the Biden-Harris Inauguration

A new chapter in American history began Wednesday, Jan. 20, and watching that new beginning brought Michiganders to tears.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel January 20, 2021 3:24 pm EST
Politics Kamala Harris is sworn in as vice president by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor as her husband Doug Emhoff holds the Bible during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.(Saul Loeb/Pool Photo via AP)
Politics How VP Kamala Harris Expands the Definition of Who Gets to Hold Power in American Politics

“Folks are going to have to adapt to her rather than her adapting to them."

Associated Press Associated Press January 20, 2021 12:29 pm EST
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Politics Biden’s First 100 Days: These Moms Want Him to Focus on Undoing the Damage Inflicted by the Trump Administration

“I'd like to see him respond to the pandemic in an educated way. I don't need him to solve COVID, but I'd like to see him respond to it thoughtfully vs. ignore it or call it fake news.”

Rebecca Alwine Rebecca Alwine January 19, 2021 2:41 pm EST
Race Vice President-elect Kamala Harris speaks during an event at The Queen theater, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, in Wilmington, Del. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Race This Inauguration Week Event Celebrates the Resiliency of Black Americans

The “We Are One” virtual celebration will feature music, guest speakers, and performances from America’s famed HBCU marching bands as the country celebrates this historic inauguration of the Biden-Harris administration.

Associated Press Associated Press January 19, 2021 11:33 am EST
Elections Vice President-elect Kamala Harris (L) and President-elect Joe Biden (R) pose for a photo posted to their official inaugural Twitter account 1 week before Inauguration Day.
Elections The Presidential Inauguration Is Jan. 20. Here’s How You Can Watch.

From virtual watch parties to live streaming online, Michiganders celebrate the historic ceremony from the comfort—and safety—of home.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain January 15, 2021 10:29 am EST

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Elections President elect Joe Biden and Vice President elect Kamala Harris deliver their victory speeches in Wilmington, Delaware, on Saturday, Nov. 7.
Elections Missed Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Make History? Watch Their Victory Speeches Now.

In case you were out celebrating on Saturday and missed Biden and Harris speak, we've got you covered.

Brandon Gates Brandon Gates November 9, 2020 1:35 pm EST
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Elections ‘She Didn’t Crack the Glass Ceiling, She Shattered It’: Michiganders React to Harris’ Historic VP Win

For the first time in its 244-year history, the United States of America has elected a woman to the second-highest elected office—and she’s a woman of color. Kamala Harris has made history.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain November 7, 2020 3:11 pm EST