The Vice President argued that baseless claims about the integrity of the 2020 election could undermine whether the United States is seen as a "role model" for democracy.
The vice president spoke at the forum.
The fact that several Republicans running in state-level races for secretary of state have denied the legitimacy of the 2020 election allows people worldwide to question the U.S. commitment to democracy, Harris said.
She argued that the U.S. has had the privilege of being an example of a great democracy.
Harris said that those who don't condemn the January 6 Capitol riot are a threat to America's perception abroad.
people to question … is America still valuing what they talk about?”
Harris asked if it was possible to change the minds of 70% of Republicans who don't think the election was legit. The cost of living, prescription drug prices, abortion and infrastructure are some of the issues that Americans are more concerned about.
President Joe Biden is ramping up his attacks on "MAGA Republicans" who echo former President Donald Trump's claims. Biden has argued that the January 6 insurrection is a threat to U.S. democracy and that Trump is akin to a fascist. Trump and his supporters have lambasted Biden for the comments, with the former president calling Biden an "enemy of the state" and some Republicans arguing Biden's condemnation of Trump's supporters was too broad. Harris said there are moments in time to speak up about attacks on democracy.
The woman calls domestic threats dangerous and harmful.
Harris said that election deniers damage the U.S. reputation.
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