"Let us show each other - and the world - who we are"

Kamala Harris - August 22, 2024

When Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic Party's nomination for president, it was a gigantic leap forward. Already holding office as the first female vice president this country of opportunity has ever had, as well as the first woman of color, Kamala Harris took another historic leap at the 2024 Democratic National Convention.

On Thursday, August 22, 2024 Kamala Harris became the first Black woman, and first person of South Asian descent to be nominated for the highest office in the land. Balloons fell from the convention center ceiling after her acceptance speech. Invisible shards of glass fell as well. 

"We are the heirs to the greatest democracy in the history of the world. And on behalf of our children and grandchildren, and all those who sacrificed so dearly for our freedom and liberty, we must be worthy of this moment. It is now our turn to do what generations before us have done.

​Guided by optimism and faith, to fight for this country we love. To fight for the ideals we cherish. And to uphold the awesome responsibility that comes with the greatest privilege on Earth. The privilege and pride of being an American."
-- Kamala Harris acceptance speech

Click here to read the full transcript of Kamala Harris's acceptance speech.