Kamala Harris Turns 60: First Woman VP Celebrated for Trailblazing Leadership

Oct 20, 2024, 01:00 PM

Vice President Kamala Harris celebrated her 60th birthday on October 20, 2024, receiving an outpouring of well-wishes from prominent figures including President Joe Biden, Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff, and numerous members of Congress. Born on October 20, 1964, Harris is the first woman, first Asian American, and first Black American to serve as Vice President. She was commended for her trailblazing leadership and dedication to issues such as protecting reproductive rights, combating gun violence, and lowering healthcare costs. Harris was also recognized for casting the tie-breaking vote for the Inflation Reduction Act, a landmark clean-energy and health care law. Supporters hailed her as an inspiration and role model for women and girls across the nation, with some expressing hopes of her becoming the next President. Emhoff shared a heartfelt message, saying, "Life only gets better and better with you," while encouraging supporters to vote early. President Biden praised her as a remarkable leader and dear friend.