Hollywood’s elites are rolling out an all-star lineup of sympathetic media appearances for Kamala Harris this week, as if they’re prepping for an awards show rather than covering a potential presidential contender. In a well-orchestrated display likely aimed at buffing her tarnished public image, Harris is making the rounds on shows that mainstream America would consider more of a safe space than a rigorous examination of her policies or decisions.
First up on the friendly fire squad is ABC’s The View, a talk show infamous for its cheerleading of leftist politicians and enabling of hosts like Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg, who regularly bestow their uncritical praise upon Democrats. Following that, Harris will grace the stage of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, that bastion of comedy where every joke seems to serve as a gentle pat on the back for the Democratic establishment. And lest we forget, who could resist an intimate chat with Howard Stern, who recently proclaimed Trump supporters as “stupid,” proving that the only intelligence on his show seems to come from the guests of his choice.
How brainwashed do you have to be to go all in for actress Kamala?
I can't believe that Americans are going for Big Government Socialism! 😳 https://t.co/cJ2Chzxfo1
— Daniel F. Baranowski (@DFBHarvard) October 6, 2024
This media blitz of pampering comes just after Harris spent a good chunk of her time in the past few months dodging tough discussions about the multitude of issues plaguing her administration, from record-high consumer prices to rampant illegal immigration. One would assume she’d want to face her critics head-on; yet she hasn’t even deemed it necessary to hold a live press conference, something her predecessor, former President Donald Trump, appeared to do with ease despite the inevitable hostility.
On Tuesday alone, Harris’ agenda is packed tighter than a clown car, starting with The View in the morning, continuing with The Howard Stern Show in the afternoon, and finishing strong with a stop at Colbert’s show for a late-night cap. As if her gentle caress from friendly media wasn’t enough, she will also throw in an appearance on Spanish-language Univision later in the week to ensure her carefully crafted persona reaches diverse audiences without the risk of tough questioning.
Adding to the irony, Harris is facing backlash for her administration’s lackluster response to Hurricane Helene, while she delightedly announced a whopping $157 million in humanitarian aid for civilians in Lebanon—a stark contrast to the meager $750 designated for Hurricane Helene victims. It seems the priorities are crystal clear when it comes to party lines: international headlines matter more than local crises. As Harris and her team glide through this public relations gauntlet, it’s certainly entertaining to watch this ostentatious attempt at association with friendly faces, leaving many to ponder just how deep the disconnect truly runs between this administration and the American people.