This Is What Kamala Harris' U.S. Election Victory Means To Young Girls
Huff PostFor the first time ever, there will be a woman vice-president in the White House. The magazine also suggested there may have been a meaning to her pussy-bow blouse, as well, speculating that she made the choice “perhaps in silent protest against President Trump’s most famous line.” In the speech she gave on Saturday, Harris said she hoped girls would be inspired by her win, and she looked forward to see them follow in her footsteps. But know that we will applaud you every step of the way.” On Saturday evening, writer Austin Channing Brown posted a call on Twitter for parents to share photos of their children watching Harris’ speech, to see how they were responding. 9yo asked, “am I one of the little girls she’s talking about?” pic.twitter.com/uyZz5gJurj — Fiona Miller November 8, 2020 Our 9 year old lost it so her Mom and brother piled on tight. And sweet, sweet victory 💙 pic.twitter.com/uyIO77FFY1 — Abby Maslin November 8, 2020 My nieces discussing running in 2052. pic.twitter.com/MYoOr5izQA — Marty Bryde November 8, 2020 The message sent to all young girls, but especially girls of colour, was a powerful one: You, too, can be whatever you want to be.