Michelle Obama is making a notable return to the campaign trail to support Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming election, starting with a rally in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where early voting has just begun. As a key figure in the Democratic Party, Michelle Obama is viewed as a powerful motivator for voter turnout.
Ashley Etienne, a former communications director for Harris, highlighted Michelle Obama as our most effective messenger in drawing support, particularly among Democrats in critical areas like Michigan, where Harris is tied with Donald Trump.
After Kalamazoo, Obama will also headline a rally in Atlanta organized by her nonprofit, When We All Vote, which focuses on voter education and engagement, especially among young people and voters of color.
This event will bring out celebrities such as Ciara and Kerry Washington to amplify the message. Her choice to re-engage with the campaign reflects her unique position in the party; Democratic strategist Ashley Allison noted that Obama’s influence likely surpasses that of her husband, former President Barack Obama.
In addition to her work with When We All Vote, Obama has been actively endorsing Harris since July, following Joe Biden’s unexpected exit from the race.
Barack Obama has been stumping nationwide for Harris as well, with rallies drawing large crowds, including one in Atlanta featuring Bruce Springsteen.
This coordinated push is aimed at energizing voters in the final days before the November 5 election, as both Michigan and Georgia are expected to play critical roles in determining the outcome.