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Maddow Blog | Kamala Harris' post-election grace hasn't always been reciprocated


Published on 2025-01-07 12:00:56 - MSN
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  • Kamala Harris was put in the unenviable position of having to preside over formalizing her own defeat. She handled the matter with class and dignity.

The article from MSNBC's Maddow Blog discusses the post-election behavior of political figures, focusing on Vice President Kamala Harris. It highlights that while Harris has shown grace and respect towards her political opponents, this sentiment has not always been reciprocated. Specifically, the piece references the 2020 election aftermath where former President Donald Trump and his allies, including figures like Kari Lake, have not conceded their losses and have continued to challenge the election results. This lack of acknowledgment and the ongoing disputes contrast sharply with Harris's approach, which has been to move forward and engage in the democratic process without dwelling on past electoral disputes. The article suggests that this disparity in behavior reflects broader issues within American politics regarding the acceptance of election outcomes.

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