White Guys for Harris: A Powerful Night for Inclusivity and Fundraising

In the wake of Kamala Harris' endorsement by President Joe Biden, various groups stepped up to support her. This week saw a notable event: white men joined in, showing their backing for the vice president. The "White Guys for Harris" video call on Monday evening drew over 190,000 viewers and raised nearly $4 million for her campaign. Historically, white men have often voted for Republican candidates like Donald Trump, who won over 60% of their votes in both 2016 and 2020. The appeal of restoring masculinity played a significant role in this trend, especially among working-class and poor white men.This event aimed to discuss why and how white men could help Harris defeat Trump in the November election. It featured notable figures such as actor Jeff Bridges, Mark Ruffalo, "Star Wars" star Mark Hamill, professor Scott Galloway, and "West Wing" actor Bradley Whitford. Additionally, potential running mates for Harris were present, including Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Michigan Senator Gary Peters, Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker, and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, who later removed himself from consideration but still spoke at the event. The gathering highlighted the importance of progressive values. Tim Walz emphasized the need to embrace these values without shying away from them. "One person’s socialism is another person’s neighborliness," he said.