Kamala Harris faces criticism ahead of her $25-per-stream speech, which marks her return to national stage after a period away.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing to take the national stage again with a keynote speech at Emerge America’s 20th anniversary gala.
This event will be her first major public address since her campaign for the presidency in 2024 ended.
However, social media is already buzzing with criticism and jokes about her return.
Harris will speak at Emerge America gala.
Harris, who is now 60 years old, is set to speak on Wednesday night in San Francisco.
She will discuss the first 100 days of President Trump’s administration. This speech comes at a time when many are speculating about her future in politics.
Emerge America is an organization that trains Democratic women to run for office, and the gala serves as a fundraiser for this cause.
Ticket prices for the event vary widely. Top-level sponsorship packages cost as much as $50,000, while general admission tickets are available for $250.
For those who cannot attend in person, a livestream-only “digital ticket” can be purchased for $25.
Kamala Harris faces mockery over $25-per-stream speech marking her return to national stage
As news of Harris’s speech spread, many users on social media began to mock her.
Known for her sometimes confusing speaking style, Harris has been the target of jokes regarding her communication skills.
One user asked, “Is there any report about which accent she will use?” This comment poked fun at Harris’s tendency to adjust her tone based on her audience during her campaign.
Another user, Jerry Pelusio, humorously suggested that people should “get ready to be unburdened by what has been again.” This comment implied that Harris’s speeches often lack clarity.
The third user said: And the comedy road show begins
The fourth user added: Is that 25 cents? I’ll pass
Another user said: I guess it’s cheaper than a ticket to see a comedy show if you need a good laugh
Someone wrote: I still remember when she was working at the #5 orange in vancouver, canada for $1.00
Critiques from various users
Mike Lester joined the conversation, stating, “When you fire a head coach, the last person you want to hear from is a fired head coach.”
This remark criticized Harris’s credibility following her unsuccessful presidential run.
Steve Mur added to the mockery by saying he couldn’t wait to hear Harris talk about “the duality of Democracy in this moment,” which referenced her complex way of expressing ideas during her campaign.
Trump supporter Tom Johnson also chimed in, joking that Harris’s speechwriters are busy creating a mix of “cackles and word salad,” suggesting that her speech would be full of confusing and meaningless phrases.
Harris’s political future uncertain
Despite the mockery, Harris is reportedly considering her political future.
She is weighing her options between running for governor of California in 2026 or seeking the Democratic presidential nomination for 2028.
Friends and allies of Harris have mentioned that she plans to make a decision about her next steps by the end of this summer.
In a recent statement, Harris expressed her commitment to the political fight, saying, “I’m staying in this fight.”
This suggests that she remains determined to play a significant role in the political landscape, regardless of the criticism she faces.
