In what appears to be the clearest indication yet of her future political ambitions, former Vice President Kamala Harris has openly stated she is considering another run for the presidency in 2028. Speaking at the National Action Network Convention in New York City, Harris responded to questions about a potential bid with a candid, “I might. I’m thinking about it.”
Drawing on Experience for a Future Campaign
Following her loss in the 2024 election to President Donald Trump, Harris seems to be testing early campaign themes. She emphasized her four years as Vice President, highlighting her proximity to the presidency and her deep understanding of the role’s demands. “I served for four years, being a heartbeat away from the presidency of the United States,” Harris stated, recalling her time in the West Wing and the Situation Room. “I know what the job is, and I know what it requires.”
Harris, who has been promoting her memoir “107 Days” since its release in September 2025, shared insights gained from her travels across the country. She noted a widespread sentiment that the “status quo is not working” for many Americans, stressing the need to dismantle government bureaucracy and prioritize tangible progress over process.
Focus on the People, Not the Office
The former presidential nominee stressed that any candidate seeking office must be driven by a genuine commitment to the people they aim to serve, rather than personal ambition. “The American people have a right to expect that anyone who wants to run for office and be a leader, that it can’t be about themselves, and what they want for themselves. It has got to be about the American people,” Harris explained. Her decision-making process, she added, is centered on “who and where and how can the best job be done for the American people.”
While some in the Democratic party have questioned Harris’s viability after her 2024 loss, others believe another presidential bid is possible. Her strong name recognition and significant vote total in the previous election—75 million votes, second only to Biden and Trump—remain considerable assets. Furthermore, she maintains strong popularity among Black voters, especially Black women, who overwhelmingly supported her in 2024.
Navigating a Crowded Field
The path to the 2028 nomination, however, may be more challenging than in 2024, when she faced no primary opponents. A crowded field of potential Democratic contenders is expected, including figures like California Governor Gavin Newsom, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, and U.S. Senator Cory Booker, among others. The crucial support of Black voters, particularly Black women, will likely play a pivotal role in the primary contest, potentially benefiting from strategies like prioritizing South Carolina as an early primary state.
Kamala Harris has certainly thrown her hat in the ring for consideration. Do you think she should run for president in 2028? Who else do you see as strong contenders for the Democratic nomination? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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