President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris visited Girard College in Philadelphia as part of their initiative to attract support from Black voters, focusing on policies benefiting Black communities and urging continued engagement for the upcoming election.
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris made a joint campaign appearance at Girard College in Philadelphia on May 29, 2024, to garner support from Black voters ahead of the upcoming election. This visit was part of their “Black Voters for Biden-Harris” initiative, emphasizing their administration’s policies aimed at benefiting Black communities, such as capping insulin prices, working to forgive student debt, and appointing Black judges.
During the event, Biden addressed an enthusiastic crowd, crediting Black voters for his 2020 victory and calling for their continued support to “make Donald Trump a loser again.” Harris also highlighted their administration’s achievements and encouraged the crowd to stay engaged.
The rally featured musical performances and speeches from local and national Black Democratic leaders. Despite recent polling showing a decline in Biden’s support among Black voters, attendees expressed support for the Democratic ticket while acknowledging that voter enthusiasm needs to be reinvigorated.
The event underscored the Biden-Harris campaign’s strategy to mobilize Black voters, a critical constituency, especially in swing states like Pennsylvania.