Highlights from Kamala Harris Michigan Presidential Campaigns

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UPDATE: On Labor Day, Madam VP Kamala Harris returned to Detroit to attend to an event for union members and speak to supporters and voters about the stakes of this 2024 presidential election.

Becky Pringle, President of NEAToday: “I cannot imagine a better way to celebrate American workers this Labor Day than rallying with my fellow union brothers and sisters for Kamala Harris here in Detroit, Michigan. We must build on Biden’s pro-worker legacy and keep standing up for our students and the working class.”

Dana Nessel, Michigan Attorney General: “There’s nowhere I’d rather be than here in Detroit standing with working people across the state and Kamala Harris.”

In early August, Madam VP Kamala Harris and Tim Walz held a rally in a Detroit airport hangar. Air Force Two arrived at a waving crowd of enthusiastic supporters.

The Rally had to be moved to a hangar because they had more than 50,000 requests for attendance. After changing the venue to outside due to so many people wanting to show up, Kamala Harris supporters filled the space inside and outside.

Kamala Harris addressed an issue that’s come up at home and in grocery aisles nationwide: Inflation. Prices are too high, she said. “When I was attorney general, I went after price-fixing schemes. And when I am president, it will be my day one priority to fight to bring down prices.” She said she would do so by taking on corporations over price gouging and corporate landlords raising rents.

Why People Showed Up?

Governor Gretchen Whitmer, “We can send Donald Trump packing once again and Michigan is going to do it. We need a strong woman in the White House and it’s about damn time.”

Vice President Harris Speech at the Detroit Rally (YouTube Video)

Labor Unions Support Kamala Harris

Michigan’s place as the nation’s leader in automotive manufacturing also makes it prime battleground territory, and Harris has received keys endorsements from the United Auto Workers and other unions. Notably, Michigan has a higher proportion of union members than the national average, 12% vs. 10% nationally as of 2023, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

UAW’s international board endorsed Kamala Harris. Her running mate, Tim Walz, was widely seen as a nod to labor’s influence. The audience chanted U-A-W during his speech. Speakers referred to the importance of unions in securing benefits and middle-class wages for workers.

Shawn Fain Calls Out Donald Trump’s Lack of Support for Auto Workers, Praises Kamala Harris (Detroit Free Press, August 7, 2024). Watch the Video.

UAW President Shawn Fain delivered the longest speech to rally-goers. He spoke at length about his love for Michigan, his love for unions, his great disdain for Donald Trump, and the Biden-Harris administration’s support for the UAW. He talked about how Kamala Harris was on the picket lines with workers and stood by the million-plus current and retired UAW members during trying times in the automotive industries. At the same time, he slammed Trump at every turn.

“Kamala Harris is a champion for the working class, and like all great leaders, Kamala Harris knows it’s not all about her. It’s about the people. …But we know who we’re dealing with. Donald Trump is a scab. And his sidekick isn’t any better. JD Vance is a vulture. Every time Donald Trump gets a chance, he trashes our union, and he trashes the working class. …Well let me tell you something: Donald Trump doesn’t know shit about the auto industry, and he doesn’t give a damn about the working class.” UAW President Shawn Fain

Kamala Harris Spoke to UAW Members

Tim Walz, “When unions are strong, America is strong.”

Here’s a montage of Trump lying to workers and failing to deliver.

5 Takeaways from the Kamala Harris-Tim Walz Visit to Detroit (Jeremy Allen, Michigan Chronicle, August 9, 2024)

Michigan’s Delegates Overwhelmingly Endorse Kamala Harris for President

Massachusetts & Michigan Delegates Roll Call at the 2024 Democratic National Convention

Dana Nessel’s Speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention

Elissa Slotkin’s Speech

Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s Speech

Democrats Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris: “In this election, we each face a question: What kind of country do we want to live in? A country of chaos, fear, and hate? Or one of freedom, compassion, and rule of law? Each of us has the power to answer that question with our vote.”

In order to grow America’s economy, we must invest in workers, we must invest in families, we must invest in institutions, and we must invest in our small businesses.

Kamala Harris’ Opportunity Economy Plan for Small Businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of our communities. “In order to grow America’s economy, we must invest in workers, we must invest in families, we must invest in institutions and we must invest in our businesses. Our small businesses are part of the fabric and culture of our communities. Our small business leaders are not just business leaders. They are civic leaders. They are community leaders. They hire locally. They mentor. They inspire. And when we talk about the strength of our nation, all of those attributes are a part of growing our strength. Together, we will continue our work to advance economic opportunity and build an economy where every American can thrive.

A Michigan Supporter for Kamala Harris, “My Black Job is Voting.”

The 2024 Objective

The American people want a Leader who gives us Inspiration & Hope. Kamala Harris & Tim Walz connects with ALL people. Trump said, “I don’t care about you. I just want your vote.” We Deserve Better. Let’s mobilize, organize & take action to Support https://kamalaharris.com for President. Your voice matters, so let’s make history with hope and unity.

Michigan Residents

Register to Vote. https://www.michigan.gov/sos/elections/voting/register-to-vote. Update Your Voter Registration Information.

University of Michigan Students

Make a Plan to Vote. You can choose to vote in Ann Arbor or your home district—the sooner you get started, the more options you have. UMich Votes: https://www.govote.umich.edu/.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Democrat

“Women Governors know something about being an executive. And we know there’s no one more qualified to be our next president than Kamala Harris. Take it from us.”

Kamala Harris says, “We have work to do, and an election to win.”

Harris-Walz Yard Sign

Harris-Walz Yard Sign (American made, union printed), T-Shirts, & Coffee Mugs. Your purchase is a donation to the Harris Victory Fund. https://store.kamalaharris.com/harris-walz-yard-sign/. Proudly Display Your Support for Kamala Harris & Tim Walz.

Harris-Walz 2024 Campaign T-Shirt (Amazon)

Harris’ strength among working-class voters and growing interest from Red and Blue States could push her to victory. She has a proven track record of supporting policies like banning medical debt from credit reports and expanding childcare tax credits to give people the financial room to breathe.

I Pledge to Volunteer

This race for president is still neck and neck. The Harris-Walz campaign needs YOU to Help out in Michigan to make sure we win. Let’s Do Something: Volunteer.

“For millions of seniors, Social Security is the difference between getting by and living in poverty. We can’t cut social security & Medicare that millions of retirees & seniors rely on.” Vice President Kamala Harris

“We can’t hope that we defeat Donald Trump, we can’t hope that we can collectively bargain, we can’t hope we protect Social Security, we can’t hope that we address climate change. You don’t hope to win; you plan, prepare, and work to win.” VP Nominee Tim Walz

The Right Strategy: Harris communications director Michael Tyler says the priority is engaging voters, “We will commit to directly engage with the voters. They’re actually going to decide this election.”

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