Eleven years ago, a 233-year precedent was eradicated when Barack Hussein Obama II be-came the first African-American Leader of the Free World.
The 2020 election expanded upon the diversification of American politics when constituents voted Kamala Harris to become the new Vice President of the United States.
Harris has made history as being the first woman Vice President elect and not only will she be the first woman, but the first woman of color.
She will be the first woman to hold that office and she will be the highest-ranking woman in a government office.
“While I may be the first woman in this office, I will not be the last,” Harris said in her victory speech. Harris has pushed to inspire women of all ages around the country in clearing a path not yet walked by women before.
Harris’ position will allow her to reach women all over the world. Her historic achievement is sure to inspire generations of young women who hope for success in the political arena. If a woman of color, born of immigrant parents, can work her way to the top, so can they.
The Vice President ranks below the serving President and presides over the Executive Branch.
As Vice President, Harris could be the deciding vote among Senate ties. That deciding vote can make a big difference when it comes to women’s rights and other pressing manners.
She will provide the White House with a unique perspective that the United States has never seen before. Women will finally have a nationally-influential ally.
Harris’ position of power will surely generate positive policy changes for American women. Hopefully the new Vice President-elect will strive to create unity among women in Congress so that the voice of American women is amply represented.
