Things are getting ugly within the Democrat party.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has dropped a bombshell about her failed 2024 presidential campaign, revealing that her first choice for vice president was none other than former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
In an excerpt from her upcoming memoir, 107 Days, published by The Atlantic, Harris admitted that she ultimately rejected Buttigieg as her running mate because she feared the pairing would be “too big of a risk” for American voters.
“Pete would have been an ideal partner — if I were a straight white man,” Harris wrote, acknowledging that her campaign was already asking voters to make a historic leap by supporting a Black woman married to a Jewish man.
Why Kamala Passed on Buttigieg
Harris explained that having two highly controversial figures on one ticket would have been political suicide for Democrats:
“We were already asking a lot of America: to accept a woman, a Black woman, a Black woman married to a Jewish man,” Harris said. “Part of me wanted to say, ‘Screw it, let’s just do it.’ But knowing what was at stake, it was too big of a risk. And I think Pete also knew that — to our mutual sadness.”
Harris praised Buttigieg, calling him a “sincere public servant” who could make liberal ideas sound more acceptable to conservatives. She even referred to him and his husband, Chasten, as close friends.
Despite that praise, Harris chose Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate. The decision turned out to be a disaster, as the Harris-Walz ticket lost in a landslide to President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance last November.
Inside the Book That’s Shaking Up Politics
Harris’ memoir, 107 Days, is set to hit bookshelves on Tuesday, September 23. The publisher, Simon & Schuster, describes it as:
“A revealing and unfiltered look at the chaos, strategy sessions, and high-pressure debate prep of one of the wildest and most consequential presidential campaigns in American history.”
The book promises to expose behind-the-scenes moments that rarely make headlines, including intense infighting, last-minute strategy changes, and Harris’ personal struggles throughout her short-lived campaign.
Why This Matters
For many conservatives, Harris’ shocking admission confirms what they have long suspected: the Democratic Party is driven by identity politics rather than real leadership.
President Trump’s decisive win in 2024 sent a clear message to Washington: Americans are tired of radical policies, failed leadership, and out-of-touch elites.
With this memoir set to dominate headlines, many believe it will further divide Democrats and highlight exactly why voters chose to return Trump to the White House.
Key Takeaways
- Kamala Harris wanted Pete Buttigieg as VP but rejected him over “voter risk.”
- She admitted identity politics played a major role in her decision-making.
- Her final pick, Tim Walz, lost badly to Trump and JD Vance.
- The memoir promises explosive revelations about the Democratic campaign’s failure.
- Conservatives see this as proof of why America rejected Harris and her radical agenda.
Bottom Line
Kamala Harris’ tell-all book is already making waves, and this latest revelation is a powerful reminder of how Democrats miscalculated the American people.
As President Trump continues to restore strength and common sense to Washington, Harris’ words serve as a stark warning: identity politics and failed leadership have no place in the future of America.
