(DailyAnswer.org) – Vice President Kamala Harris is stirring up conversation after telling Christian protesters in Wisconsin, “You’re at the wrong rally.” This came during a campaign event last week, where two pro-life students interrupted by shouting, “Jesus is Lord” and “Christ is King.” Harris didn’t hesitate to shut them down, which has sparked reactions from both sides of the political aisle.
Over the weekend, Harris traveled to Georgia to visit two Black churches as part of her campaign’s “Souls to the Polls” initiative. This push encourages Black voters to take part in early voting, continuing a tradition that traces back to the Civil Rights Movement. At New Birth Missionary Baptist Church near Atlanta, the congregation even sang “Happy Birthday” to celebrate her 60th. During her speech, Harris hinted at her political opponent, former President Donald Trump, without naming him directly.
“There are some who try to divide us, spread fear, and stir up chaos,” Harris told the churchgoers. “They think leadership is about beating others down. But true leadership is about lifting people up.”
Later that day, Harris attended another service at Divine Faith Ministries International, where she was serenaded by Stevie Wonder performing “Redemption Song.” In her speech, she referenced the Good Samaritan parable, emphasizing the importance of kindness and compassion. “Our strength isn’t in who we defeat, but in who we lift up,” she said, stressing that these values are on the line in the upcoming election.
Meanwhile, Harris’ remarks to the Christian protesters continue to draw fire. Senator JD Vance, Trump’s running mate, took a swipe at Harris during a Wisconsin rally. When a supporter shouted, “Jesus is King,” Vance repeated it with enthusiasm. “There’s something strange about Harris’ anti-Christian attitude,” Vance said, accusing her of being hostile toward people of faith.
Harris also skipped the Al Smith Dinner, a major Catholic charity event, opting to send a video message that didn’t sit well with some attendees. Trump, on the other hand, is making efforts to appeal to faith voters through his “Believers for Trump” campaign, with visits to hurricane-ravaged North Carolina and meetings with religious leaders.
Faith remains a battleground in the 2024 election, with both parties working hard to connect with voters through religion. The stakes are high as early voting kicks off, and the fight for hearts, minds—and souls—intensifies.
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