Staff Reports
In the world of politics, it seems like public speaking has become a comedic routine, especially when it involves Kamala Harris. Recently, the former vice president attempted to deliver a poignant message during a speech, but it left her audience— and many others—cringing. She tried to discuss unity using a viral video of elephants from the San Diego Zoo during an earthquake as a metaphor, but it seemed to stumble and fall rather than inspire.
Kamala attempted to tie the elephants’ instinctual behavior of circling together during a quake to the idea that in times of crisis, people should band together instead of being divided. Admirable sentiment, perhaps, but the delivery was a bit off. One might say her speech was more akin to a stand-up comedy act—or maybe an open mic night where even the crickets stay silent rather than clap.
The commentary following her speech didn’t hold back. The situation became a comedic roast with veiled suggestions that perhaps she was speaking with a bit too much enthusiasm, akin to having one too many drinks at a wedding. Imagery was painted of a post-work happy hour, filled with conversations that feel intellectual after the third margarita. Some might wonder if she found deeper meaning in elephant videos online than in the policies of her administration.
Harris’s wobbly speech simply reminded folks of the alternative paths America could have taken. Critics noted this was a perfect illustration of what voters thankfully avoided. The irony of referencing elephants in her speech did not escape the attention of her critics, as the elephant is a symbol for the Republican party— a party known for advocating strength in unity through direct actions rather than metaphorical observations from the animal kingdom.
In the end, Kamala’s speech is perhaps a snapshot of her overall political journey—a bit scattered with moments that were supposed to be thoughtful but instead became punchlines on late-night shows. Her critics argue that she might have missed the mark on implementing a powerful message, causing further reflection on the importance of being articulate, clear, and, above all, soberly concise in political discourse.
