Cardi B’s Open Letter to Kamala Harris After Trump’s Election Victory Sparks Mixed Reactions Online
Cardi B’s Open Letter to Kamala Harris Sparks Mixed Reactions Following Election Results
In the wake of the recent U.S. presidential election, where Vice President Kamala Harris faced defeat against Donald Trump, renowned rapper Cardi B took to social media to express her appreciation through an open letter. Cardi articulated her gratitude, stating:
“To Vice President Kamala, no matter what they’ve said to bring you down or belittle your run for the presidency, they can never say you didn’t run your race with honesty and with integrity! You really put up a fight against all the odds that were already stacked against you! You never accepted defeat as an option, which says so much about your strength and about your heart.”
This heartfelt message quickly gained traction online, leading to a flurry of reactions from the public, particularly on platforms like X (formerly Twitter). Some users responded with skepticism. One user, identified as @PopBase, shared this observation:
“Who wrote this for her?”
Criticism and Support: Public Reactions to Cardi B’s Letter
While some netizens criticized Cardi for her support of Harris, suggesting her influence might have contributed to the Vice President’s electoral struggles, others celebrated the rapper’s dedication. Negative comments included remarks like:
“She acting like she wasn’t one of the reasons Kamala lost,”
“Kamala lost the moment Cardi B was involved,”
“Your endorsement doesn’t help Kamala to win this election!”
Conversely, several supporters of Cardi defended her sentiments with encouraging comments such as:
“Cardi’s heartfelt support shows the impact Kamala has made!”
“No matter what y’all say, Cardi is a real one,”
“She has such a kind soul; she is always for change.”
Expressing Pride and Hope: Cardi B’s Emotional Message
Despite the election’s outcome, Cardi B shared an emotional post expressing pride in Kamala Harris’s campaign. Reflecting on the significance of Harris’s candidacy, she remarked:
“You really wanted better for ALL of us! This may not mean much, but I am so proud of you! No one has ever made me change my mind, and you did! I never thought I would see the day that a woman of color would be running for the President of the United States, but you have shown me, shown my daughters, and women across the country that anything is possible.”
Cardi concluded her heartfelt note by thanking Harris for being a role model and an embodiment of empowerment, describing her as “a real example of what the American dream should be.”
Campaign Support and Electoral Context
Prior to the election held on November 5, 2024, Cardi B publicly endorsed Harris at a campaign rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. During this event, Cardi noted:
“Kamala Harris joining the race changed my mind completely. I did not have faith in any candidates…until she said the things that I wanted to hear.”
Ultimately, the election results were a significant disappointment for Harris supporters, with Trump securing 295 electoral votes, while Harris claimed 226, winning states such as California, New York, and Illinois.
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