| Kamala Harris Height Used to Attack Her in Latest Ugly Race-Based Political Attack Kamala Harris, the Democratic vice presidential candidate, is the latest target of an ugly racist attack by prominent Republicans. In a statement released on social media, Republicans sought to undermine her credibility by questioning her height. This attack is an obvious attempt to weaponize race and gender in an effort to belittle and delegitimize Harris’ candidacy for a position of political power. Height has been used for centuries to measure efficacy and competence, and the Republican statement speaking on Harris’ height is no different. It is an attempt to weaponize an archaic form of prejudice and instill the perception that Harris does not fit the mold. The Republican statement goes on to say that Harris’ height raises questions about her ability to effectively handle the duties of a Vice President. This kind of language perpetuates the idea of a gender divide, and is emblematic of the Republican party’s approach to gender roles and politics. Height has been used before to make false and malicious accusations against women, and this is no exception. The people of this country deserve better than these petty and mean spirited attacks on Harris’ height. Whether she is 5 foot one or 6 foot two, her qualifications and experience far outweigh any physical attributes. Voters should not be swayed by baseless attacks, and should instead focus on what matters: Kamala Harris’ track record of success and her commitment to the American people. |