Melinda French Gates explains why she's endorsing Kamala Harris, talks new YouTube Series, and more
Source: CBS
Philanthropist Melinda French Gates said she is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris and announced a new YouTube series called "The Moments That Make Us," which includes interviews with women from various generations, including Megan Rapinoe and "CBS Mornings'" co-host Gayle King.
French Gates, who said she has never before endorsed a candidate, said the likely Democratic nominee is the "right candidate, right now" in an interview on "CBS Mornings."
"She has believed in women's reproductive freedom from the beginning of her career, and that got rolled back under previous administrations. She knows what society is up against now. She's for paid family medical leave. She's for caregiving ... She has always been outspoken on these topics, and I think she's a woman of our time."
On a personal level, French Gates said she thought about the next generation and her 16-month-old granddaughter while endorsing Harris.
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"There is so much riding on the election in November. We need a leader who will stand up for reproductive freedom. A leader who understands that supporting caregivers leads to healthier families and a stronger economy. A leader who knows that when women have their full power in society, we all thrive.
"I am supporting Vice President Kamala Harris because she is that leader. She has an inspiring vision for America--and she has the experience to make it a reality. The issues she prioritizes are the ones that matter to voters. She has been crisscrossing the country to make the case for reproductive rights while courts and state legislatures are trying to take them away. She spearheaded legislation to eliminate racial disparities in maternal health care. She is leading on policies to make paid leave, child care, and elder care more affordable for families.
"I am proud to support Vice President Harris. During her years in the White House, she has proven that she knows how to lead through crises while pushing for the change we need. I want her fighting for our country for the next four years."