Kamala Harris Shatters "Glass Cliff" Label: Presidential Run Not Her Last Stand

Kamala Harris Dismisses Presidential Run as "Glass Cliff" Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris suggested that her 2024 presidential campaign was not a definitive end to her political career, despite losing the election. Speaking at Fortune's Most Powerful Women conference in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Harris stated that she is not interested in being seen as a "glass cliff," implying finality and an inability to overcome obstacles. "A cliff to me suggests finality, and I'm not into that," Harris said when asked by Fortune Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell about her campaign. This comment comes after Harris opted out of joining the California gubernatorial race and published her memoir, "107 Days," which chronicles her brief presidential campaign. Harris's 2024 presidential run was marked by controversy and criticism from both sides of the aisle. Her campaign struggled to gain traction, and she ultimately lost to President Joe Biden in the Democratic primary. However, Harris has maintained a strong presence in national politics, serving as Vice President under Biden before her presidential bid. Some analysts have interpreted Harris's comments as a hint that she may be considering another run for office in the future. "She's not ruling out another campaign," said Sarah Dutton, a Democratic strategist. "She's leaving the door open, but it's unclear what her next move will be." Others have pointed to Harris's decision to publish her memoir and opt out of the California gubernatorial race as signs that she is moving on from politics. "It seems like she's trying to pivot to a different phase of her career," said Markos Moulitsas, founder of Daily Kos. Harris's comments at Fortune's conference have sparked debate among politicians and pundits about what they mean for her future in national politics. While some see it as a sign that she is not done with politics, others believe she is moving on to other pursuits. As for now, Harris remains mum on her next steps. When asked by reporters if she would consider another presidential run or another office, she declined to comment further. *Reporting by Fortune.*