Barack Obama rallies for Kamala Harris/ Michelle Obama campaigns for Harris/ 2024 election Obama support/ Obama endorses Elissa Slotkin/ Harris campaign fundraising/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Former President Barack Obama is amplifying his support for Vice President Kamala Harris and Democratic candidates in the 2024 elections, engaging in down-ballot races and endorsing key Senate candidates. The Obamas have long backed Harris, with both Barack and Michelle committing to fundraising and campaigning to ensure her victory.
Obama Campaign Efforts Quick Looks
- Endorsements and fundraising: Obama is recording ads and signing fundraising emails for Kamala Harris and Democrats like Rep. Elissa Slotkin.
- Long-term allies: Harris and Obama have known each other since 2004, with their relationship strengthening over the years.
- Michelle’s involvement: Michelle Obama is expected to help with voter registration efforts to boost Harris’s campaign.
- Battleground state focus: Obama will campaign for Harris in key battlegrounds like Pittsburgh, adding to his recent involvement in Los Angeles fundraising events.
Obama & Michelle to Rally for Harris and Democrats Next Week
Deep Look
Former President Barack Obama is intensifying his involvement in the 2024 election cycle, throwing his full weight behind Vice President Kamala Harris and a broad range of Democratic candidates. In a recent statement, Obama’s senior adviser, Eric Schulz, emphasized how critical this election is and how Obama is dedicating himself to ensuring Vice President Harris, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and other Democrats across the country emerge victorious.
In addition to lending his name and voice to key Democratic efforts, Obama plans to record targeted advertisements and robo-calls, not just for Harris but also for crucial down-ballot races. A recent example is his endorsement of Michigan Representative Elissa Slotkin, who is running for the U.S. Senate. Obama filmed a campaign ad for Slotkin, aligning his support with the timing of absentee ballot distribution in this critical swing state.
Obama’s support for Harris has deep roots. The two first connected in 2004 when Obama was running for the Senate, and their relationship has only grown over the last two decades. When Harris launched her presidential campaign in July, both Barack and Michelle Obama were quick to endorse her, pledging their full support in getting her through to the White House.
At the 2024 Democratic National Convention, both Obamas made impassioned appeals to voters. Barack Obama urged supporters to work harder than ever to get Harris elected, emphasizing that strong voter turnout could secure Harris and Walz’s victory. Michelle Obama echoed her husband’s message, urging Americans to actively participate in the election to make Harris the next president.
The Obamas’ commitment extends beyond speeches. Michelle Obama is expected to take an active role in campaigning for Harris, particularly through voter registration drives and turnout initiatives, according to sources familiar with their plans. With her reputation for galvanizing voters, Michelle’s involvement could be pivotal in driving crucial voter participation.
Although Obama’s upcoming stop in Pittsburgh will mark his first appearance campaigning for Harris in a battleground state, his efforts have already had a significant financial impact. In September, Obama headlined a fundraiser for Harris in Los Angeles, and in the final stretch of the campaign, he will continue to sign fundraising emails and participate in events to rally grassroots support. According to a senior campaign official, Obama’s involvement has generated over $76 million for Harris’s campaign through a combination of fundraising content and appearances.
As the November election draws closer, Obama’s visible and sustained efforts highlight the importance Democrats are placing on voter turnout and down-ballot races, knowing these contests could shape the future direction of the country.
