‘We Must Respect the Results, But Never Give Up the Fight’ – Harris

In her emotional concession speech following the election, Kamala Harris urged her supporters to accept Donald Trump’s victory, while stressing that the fight for their ideals is far from over.

Speaking in Washington, D.C., the defeated Democratic candidate acknowledged the disappointment of the election result, saying, “This outcome is not what we wanted,” but emphasized the importance of a peaceful transfer of power.

Harris, who had canceled a victory speech planned for the previous night, rallied her supporters with a message of hope and perseverance, quoting from her alma mater, Howard University: “The light of America’s promise will always burn bright. As long as we never give up, and as long as we keep fighting.”

With Trump securing key battleground states like Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Wisconsin, Harris encouraged unity, even as her supporters voiced discontent.

“I know people are feeling a range of emotions right now,” she said with a chuckle. “But we must respect the results of this election.”

Despite conceding the race, Harris insisted that the battle for justice and equality would continue, stressing the word “fight” 19 times during her speech.

Addressing the tension between the two candidates, Harris acknowledged a phone call with President-elect Trump, where she reiterated her commitment to a peaceful transition.

Harris also spoke of the importance of healing the nation, urging Americans to unite in the face of adversity.

Supporters at Howard University, some visibly emotional, struggled to come to terms with the defeat, with many questioning the future.

The mood was somber, and some expressed frustration over the lack of progress on key issues like economic inequality and civil rights.

Despite the setback, Harris’ message was clear: “We will not concede the fight that fueled this campaign.”