Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown, who dated Vice President Kamala Harris in the 1990s, has criticized her presidential campaign following her loss to President-elect Donald Trump. Brown stated that the campaign misread the political landscape, saying, “Not one of them got it right, not one.”
He emphasized the need to analyze past election outcomes, particularly referencing Hillary Clinton’s defeat, to understand the challenges women face in presidential races. Despite the loss, Brown expressed confidence that Harris will overcome this setback and continue her political career.
In the past, Brown has offered candid advice to Harris. In 2020, he suggested she decline the vice-presidential nomination, arguing that the role often leads to political obscurity and recommending she pursue the Attorney General position instead.
Brown’s critiques highlight ongoing discussions within the Democratic Party about campaign strategies and the broader challenges female candidates face in U.S. presidential elections.
For more insights into Willie Brown’s perspective on the Democratic Party’s future, you might find this live Q&A session informative: