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- Harris tells Black churchgoers that people must show compassion and respect in their lives (newsbreak.com)
Kamala Harris Addresses Atlanta Church
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris visited New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Georgia on her 60th birthday. She urged attendees to practice compassion and respect in their daily lives.
“Souls to the Polls” Campaign
Harris’s visit was part of the “Souls to the Polls” campaign, which encourages Black churchgoers to vote. Pastor Jamal Bryant praised Harris as “an American hero” and welcomed the idea of a woman president.
Harris’s Message
Harris spoke about the parable of the Good Samaritan, emphasizing the importance of loving strangers. She criticized those who spread division and hate, saying that true leaders uplift others.
“It’s Not Enough to Preach Values”
Harris stressed that it’s not enough to simply talk about values but to live them. She ended her speech with a message of hope and resilience, saying that joy will come after times of difficulty.
Other Campaign Stops
Harris also visited Divine Faith Ministries International in Georgia and is scheduled to campaign with former Representative Liz Cheney in several states.
“Souls to the Polls” History
The “Souls to the Polls” movement traces its roots to the Civil Rights Movement and encourages early voting in the Black community to counteract voter suppression tactics.