Harris: “When we lose an election, we accept the results”
Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate in the U.S. presidential election, stated that accepting election results reflects a respect for democracy and the people’s right to vote, a principle that, according to her, distinguishes democratic systems from monarchies and authoritarian regimes.
Speaking to her supporters at Harvard University on Wednesday evening, Harris officially conceded her defeat in the U.S. presidential election.
In her speech, Harris emphasized that losing an election does not mean an end to efforts: “What matters is that we never give up. We must never stop working to make the world a better place.”
Harris also expressed gratitude to her campaign team, affirming that respect for democracy and the people’s right to determine their future is a foundational principle in a democratic political system.
She reiterated that “when we lose an election, we accept the results,” noting that this is an essential element of democracy, a principle that, she stated, is as fundamental as any other in distinguishing democracy from monarchy and tyranny.
In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris received 226 electoral votes, trailing her opponent Donald Trump, who won with 295 electoral votes.
Donald Trump has been elected as the President of the United States for a second, non-consecutive term.
Kamala Harris’s remarks highlight the resilience and integrity within democratic systems, emphasizing the importance of accepting electoral outcomes and continuing to strive for positive change.
Her speech reinforces the value of democracy, where respect for the people’s choice is paramount, and where the journey toward a better society persists, regardless of individual victories or losses.
The post Harris: “When we lose an election, we accept the results” appeared first on Khaama Press.