Houston (Nexstar) – Vice President Kamala Harris recently visited Texas, aiming to energize the state’s voters as the presumptive Democratic nominee for president.
Harris addressed the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) National Convention in Houston, the largest teachers’ union in the nation, where she received a warm welcome.
Harris praised educators, emphasizing their vital role in shaping America’s future. “You all do God’s work educating our children,” she stated, receiving standing ovations.
The AFT’s executive council had already unanimously endorsed Harris for president, marking her first union endorsement.
During her speech, Harris outlined her vision for the future, including passing key legislative acts like the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act.
She also expressed a commitment to reproductive rights and addressing gun violence.
However, not everyone in Texas welcomed her visit. Governor Greg Abbott criticized Harris for not addressing border security issues, a recurring topic in state politics.
He accused her of neglecting her responsibilities, even though she doesn’t officially hold the title of “border czar.”
Harris has been involved in addressing long-term causes of migration, such as poverty and violence in Central America.
Her efforts, including the “Central America Forward” initiative, have drawn both praise and criticism.
According to the source, Harris’s speech in Houston was part of a series of appearances, including stops in Milwaukee and Indianapolis, as she built her campaign to “move America forward.”
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She positioned herself as a contrast to former President Donald Trump, warning against a return to “chaos, fear, and hate.”