That was an impressive debut and commanding performance by Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s Vice Presidential candidate. I thought she would be good, but I was wrong. She is much more than good. Her story, presence, voice, acumen, and oratorical skills tell me that she will be a difference maker this fall. She and Joe Biden are a formidable team. We’re off and running to November 3!

Much has been written in the past two days about the significance of Kamala Harris Vice Presidential candidacy. I can’t claim to have read all of them, but I have read several, and I consider this one by Alicia Garza outstanding.

It is special to live at a moment when something historic and ennobling happens, something that makes a break from our racist present and past, something that gives hope a leg up over despair, something that feels like it could make the difference on election day. Biden’s selection of Kamala Harris falls into this category.

Looking forward to Democratic Party Convention. Just saw the lineup of speakers over four days and nights. Looks good. I’m sure it will positively impact the elections. It’s interesting, but not surprising when you think about it, that Michelle Obama will likely draw the biggest audience over the 4 days. Her speech will undoubtedly be inspiring and energizing for millions. By convention’s end, probably before that, the changing political dynamics in the Democratic Party, as it tacks in a progressive direction, will become evident. It’s never good to be hostage to old ideological constructions that resist new realities. I know that from my own experience.

President Obama’s speech yesterday, three months before the elections and on the same day that Trump tweeted that we may have to postpone the elections, was a much needed intervention in our national conversation and politics. There were other speakers memorializing Lewis, none better than Reverend James Lawson, but no one in politics today commands the same respect and audience as President Obama does.