Use the slides and article linked below to answer the following questions about our current vice president Kamala Harris before we analyze her inauguration speech!
Where are Kamala Harris' parents from?
Her mom is from
Her dad is from
Who is Kamala Harris referring to when she says "ancestors"?
What are two things that set Kamala Harris apart from other vice presidents?
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What are three other important career accomplishments that Kamala Harris has achieved?
(Hint: What three other positions did she have before being elected as vice president)?
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What college did Kamala Harris attend and what makes it different from other colleges?
She attended
What explanation did Senator Cory Booker give to explain Kamala Harris' impressive ability to deal with harsh criticism?
Why is it so important to have representation in our politics?
(Hint: Why is it important for Americans to see a woman as vice president? Why is it so important for Americans to see a Black woman as vice president?)
What is something that has been controversial about Kamala Harris?
Why did President Biden select Kamala Harris as his vice president?
How do you think Kamala Harris' childhood affected her current political opinions?
(Hint: She grew up with two immigrant parents who took her and her sister to rallies and protests during the Civil Rights movement, and she was one of the first groups in her area as a child to be bussed to white schools for integration)
What are three questions you would ask Kamala Harris?
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What is your opinion on Kamala Harris? Do you like her? Dislike her? What are you unsure of? Why?
Provide at least two sentences explaining your answer.