Arnold Schwarzenegger endorses Harris/ Schwarzenegger backs Kamala Harris/ Harris endorsement 2024/ Arnold Schwarzenegger Trump critique/ Schwarzenegger Republican endorses Democrat/ Newslooks/ California/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ In a significant crossover endorsement, former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has publicly backed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, sharply criticizing Donald Trump’s approach. Schwarzenegger’s statement urges Americans to turn the page on divisive politics and vote for Harris, despite his policy disagreements with the Democratic platform.
Schwarzenegger’s Endorsement of Harris: Quick Looks
- Surprise endorsement: Arnold Schwarzenegger endorses Kamala Harris, marking a rare cross-party support.
- Critique of Trump: Schwarzenegger criticized Trump’s divisive tactics, saying they damage American unity.
- Call for unity: Schwarzenegger’s message emphasizes moving past division, urging Americans to “turn the page.”
- Social media post: The endorsement was shared in a detailed social media statement, highlighting policy contrasts.
Former California GOP Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger Endorses Harris
Deep Look
With only days before Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris received a high-profile endorsement from former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, who made headlines by supporting a Democrat over the Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump. The endorsement is notable both for Schwarzenegger’s Republican affiliation and his outspoken critique of Trump’s influence on American politics.
Schwarzenegger’s Critique of Trump’s Leadership
In a strongly worded statement posted on social media, Schwarzenegger detailed his reasons for endorsing Harris over Trump, describing Trump as a leader more focused on division than unity. Schwarzenegger’s post highlighted his concerns with Trump’s approach to governance, pointing to the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, as emblematic of the former president’s unwillingness to respect the democratic process. He underscored that Trump’s policies primarily benefited wealthy donors, including himself, rather than addressing the needs of everyday Americans.
“A candidate who won’t respect your vote unless it’s for him, a candidate who will send his followers to storm the Capitol while he watches with a Diet Coke, a candidate who has shown no ability to work to pass any policy besides a tax cut for donors and other rich people like me,” Schwarzenegger wrote. “That won’t solve our problems. It will just be four more years of division, anger, and no results.”
Schwarzenegger’s Call to ‘Turn the Page’
Schwarzenegger’s message to voters went beyond policy disagreements, calling for a return to unity and a shared American purpose. He expressed hope that Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, could lead the country forward, despite his “plenty of disagreements” with Democratic policies. His endorsement reflects his desire to see Americans “move forward” as a united country, leaving behind the anger and division he associates with Trump’s influence.
“We need to close the door on this chapter of American history, and I know that former President Trump won’t do that,” Schwarzenegger continued. “He will divide, he will insult, he will find new ways to be more un-American than he already has been, and we, the people, will get nothing but more anger.”
A Cross-Party Plea for Unity
While Schwarzenegger’s endorsement of Harris is likely to resonate with moderate and undecided voters, it underscores a broader call for bipartisan unity in American politics. Known for his career as a professional bodybuilder, actor, and Republican politician, Schwarzenegger has long promoted a balanced approach to policy and governance. By endorsing Harris, he joins a small but vocal group of Republicans who have publicly supported Democrats in recent elections, citing concerns over the future of American democracy under Trump’s influence.
Schwarzenegger concluded his post by urging voters to “turn the page and put this junk behind us.” His call for unity and progress, despite policy differences, offers a powerful example of cross-party collaboration that he hopes will inspire voters nationwide to prioritize collective well-being over party loyalty.
