Lizzo Rallies in Detroit to Boost Kamala Harris’s Presidential Campaign
Detroit, United States (AFP)— In the heart of the battleground state of Michigan, pop sensation Lizzo made a powerful appearance at a campaign rally for Kamala Harris. The Grammy-winning artist, who returned to her childhood hometown of Detroit, stood before an enthusiastic crowd at Western International High School, urging early voting as the nation braces for the crescendo of the presidential race.
Lizzo donned a suffragette-white pantsuit—a symbolic nod to women’s rights—to emphasize the significance of this election. "Voting is not just a love letter, it’s a chess move," she declared, rallying support for Harris in her contest against Republican Donald Trump. Lizzo’s message resounded deeply, particularly in Michigan, a crucial state in the election equation, where every vote is pivotal.
"Whether you’re a Democrat, Republican, or neither, you deserve a president who listens when you speak," Lizzo emphasized, advocating for a leader who respects protests and upholds the spirit of public service—qualities she associated with Kamala Harris.
Bringing her trademark energy, Lizzo invigorated the crowd with a reference to her hit song, signaling optimism for America’s readiness for its first woman president: "It’s about damn time!"
Vice President Harris, standing alongside Lizzo, echoed the call for unity and public upliftment. In contrast to her opponent, she criticized Trump’s style, describing it as "self-consuming," and reaffirmed her commitment to championing the working and middle classes.
As the presidential race tightens, with polls indicating a near deadlock less than three weeks before Election Day, both candidates are pulling out all the stops. Harris’s campaign strategies have included appearances by prominent figures such as ex-president Barack Obama and artist Megan Thee Stallion. Meanwhile, Trump courts endorsements from divisive figures like Elon Musk, who has vocally supported him and significantly funded his campaign efforts.
Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has become a strident critic of the Biden administration, notably on the social media platform X—formerly known as Twitter—that he now controls. His involvement in Trump’s campaign has only added to the intensifying political storm.
The age factor has also become a talking point in the election discourse. Harris, who has highlighted Trump’s age and questioned his readiness, points to recent reports speculating on his mental exhaustion.
Harris, celebrating her 59th birthday this weekend, continues to energize her campaign with upcoming events, including a rally in Atlanta, Georgia, where R&B star Usher will join her to further boost voter turnout.
As the campaigns battle across state lines in the final stretch, the narratives of leadership, public service, and voter empowerment remain at the forefront, with voices like Lizzo’s amplifying the stakes of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election.
