Kamala Harris Makes Verbal Gaffe While Campaigning in Georgia

Former Vice President Kamala Harris elicited laughter from attendees in Georgia on Thursday when she introduced Senator Jon Ossoff as the "next" Senator of Georgia, before correcting herself to "continuing senator."

Harris was speaking at a rally for Democrats ahead of the midterm elections. She described the Trump administration as "the most callous, corrupt, and incompetent presidential administration this country has ever seen" and urged young leaders to pursue political change.

"You know, we’ve been spending the last year and a half, so many of us, going through a range of emotions. You cried,’ Harris said, referring to the period after her presidential campaign's loss. ‘Anger, depression, sadness, frustration, a sense of helplessness and powerlessness. Folks feeling like, I’m watching all this happen, but I can’t do anything about it.’

She continued, ‘Well, that moment has passed! This is the moment where we turn that anger into action.’

Harris also addressed young voters, highlighting their demographic significance. "Your generation is the largest population demographically of any population in America," she stated. "There are more Gen Z leaders, members, than there are even baby boomers."

She acknowledged the challenges faced by young people, including the "climate crisis," COVID-19 lockdowns, and rapid changes in education and employment.

"God willing, you will live for at least another eight decades," Harris told the audience. "Think about that, and then think about what you have an opportunity to do in five days," she added, referring to the upcoming election.

Harris has been actively campaigning across the country for Democratic candidates. This Georgia rally follows events in New Hampshire and Wisconsin. The former vice president is reportedly considering a presidential run in 2028, with a decision expected after the midterms.

Senator Ossoff is facing a re-election campaign in Georgia and has maintained a significant lead in recent polls over his Republican opponent, Mike Collins. Ossoff has also significantly outraised Collins in campaign funding.