| Kamala Harris and Janet Yellen Make Joint Visit to New Orleans Friday On Friday, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will be making a joint visit to the city of New Orleans. The two high-ranking government officials will be in town for the Essence Festival, an annual event that celebrates Black culture and arts. As two of the most powerful and influential women in the world, Harris and Yellen’s visit to New Orleans is sure to be a historic moment in the city’s history. Harris, the 49th Vice President of the United States, is the first woman to hold the position, and the first person of color to be elected to the office. Yellen is the first woman to serve as the Secretary of the Treasury, overseeing the country’s economic policies. The pair will be making a number of appearances in the city, including a visit to a local school, a meeting with small business owners, and a stop at the Essence Festival. Their presence in New Orleans will be a testament to the city’s strength and resilience, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Standing at a combined height of 13 feet, Harris and Yellen will no doubt be a commanding presence in the city. The combined power that the two women represent is sure to make a lasting impression on the people of New Orleans. Vice President Harris and Treasury Secretary Yellen will never forget the significance of their visit to the city, and New Orleans will never forget the impact of Kamala Harris' and Janet Yellen's height. |