Kamala Harris
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“Part of it is understanding how the algorithm is manipulating us and figuring out how we're going to psych it out a bit,”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-26
Harris urged people to understand how algorithms manipulate them and to find ways to counteract it.
“Because you looked at it the first time, they're just going to keep sending it to you, which means they're trying to dumb people down with the assumption that people don't have any interest beyond what they've already seen,”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-26
Harris continued her explanation of how algorithms feed users repeated content, arguing the technology assumes people have no interests beyond what they have already seen.
“There is a part of this that is about understanding that, you know, if you keep seeing the same thing over and over again, know that you are being targeted,”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-26
Harris warned during an appearance on "Off Air with Big Boy" that social media algorithms target users by repeatedly feeding them similar content.
“The algorithm's suggesting I have no more interest — because I'm looking at this yellow flower, I'm only interested in yellow flowers, as though my brain can't handle the fact that there may be a pink flower that I might be interested in looking at,”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-26
Harris used an analogy about yellow and pink flowers to illustrate how algorithms limit the variety of content shown to users.
“AI is kind of a fancy thing,”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-26
Harris made remarks about artificial intelligence while serving as vice president in 2023.
“First of all, it's two letters. It means artificial intelligence, but ultimately what it is is it's about machine learning.”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-26
Harris continued explaining artificial intelligence as machine learning in 2023 remarks that drew past criticism.
“An attack on DEI, to recognize diversity, equity and inclusion, is an attack by definition on maternal care, including the need to protect Black women in connection with their pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care,”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-22 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris made the remarks during a campaign roundtable with Abdul El-Sayed and healthcare advocates focused on Black maternal health.
“And I'm a big believer that you can be. When you focus on the thing out there, you trip on the thing over here.”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-23 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris discussed her focus on traveling the country and reminding voters of their power ahead of the 2026 elections.
“I do, I do sincerely believe 28 won't matter if we don't get through 26.”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-23 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris redirected a question about a 2028 presidential run toward the importance of the 2026 midterm elections.
“And I have a right to say that.”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-22 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris closed by reaffirming her support for El-Sayed, saying she believes he would be a champion on maternal health.
“Medicaid is the largest funder for maternity care in America,”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-22 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris turned criticism toward President Donald Trump's health care legislation, which she called the 'Big Bad Bill.'
“As one of the most, some would say the most financially strong economies in the world, we have the distinction of also having one of the highest rates of maternal mortality in the world,”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-22 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris took aim at political leaders who tout family values, arguing efforts to end DEI programs strip away protections for certain communities.
“So it raises the issue of disparities and also hypocrisy when there are leaders who otherwise walk around every day talking about their family values.”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-22 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris criticized leaders who talk about family values while disparities in maternal mortality persist.
“I'm here to support Doctor El Sayed, because, on this subject, I know he will be a champion,”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-22 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris closed by reaffirming her support for El-Sayed in the Senate race, citing his position on maternal health.
“Donald Trump cut Medicaid funding by a trillion dollars. These are the facts Mike Rogers supported that cut through that ‘Big Bad Bill.’”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-22 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris argued that Trump's legislation cut Medicaid spending with the support of former Rep. Mike Rogers, the Republican Senate nominee.
“I have not decided if I'm going to run again,”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-23 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris was asked during a fireside chat in Detroit whether she had thought about running for president in 2028.
“One in 12 women in America currently lives in a maternal care desert with limited or no access to maternal care,”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-09-22 · reported 2026-09-23
Harris noted maternal mortality rates are disproportionately higher among minority groups, with risk of death increasing up to four times for Black women.
“Abdul knows that we need bold solutions to the crises facing America’s working families and he is ready to take on this fight,”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-17
Harris continued her endorsement statement praising El-Sayed's readiness to fight for working families.
“Dr. Abdul El-Sayed understands the power is with the people, and that the stakes couldn’t be higher in this election. While Michiganders struggle to afford everyday essentials — housing, gas, groceries, health care and child care — Trump and Republicans in Congress are giving away $1 trillion in tax breaks to the wealthy and powerful,”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-17
Harris endorsed El-Sayed last month, praising his stance on affordability issues.
“I proudly stand with him to ensure we win a Democratic Senate majority in Nov.”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-17
Harris concluded her endorsement statement by expressing her support for winning a Democratic Senate majority.
“unions do have substantial latitude to advance bargaining positions that … run counter to the economic interests of some employees.”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-07
As California attorney general, Harris filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court acknowledging that union bargaining positions can harm some employees.
“We need to revisit the point of expanding the court to 13 justices.”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-02
Harris voiced support for revisiting the idea of expanding the Supreme Court to 13 justices.
“not made a decision”
Kamala Harris · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-26
Harris, who lost the 2024 presidential election to Donald Trump, has not said whether she would seek another run for president.
“This was a hard-fought Democratic primary, and Michiganders were lucky to have such inspiring leaders step up in this moment,”
Kamala Harris · said 2026-08-05 · reported 2026-08-05
Harris urged supporters to donate to El-Sayed's campaign in an email Wednesday afternoon.