Tina Knowles, mother of superstar Beyoncé, has thrown her support behind Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election. On July 22, Knowles shared a photo of herself with Harris on social media, accompanied by a heartfelt endorsement. This move signals a significant boost for Harris’s campaign, leveraging the influence of the Knowles-Carter family.
Vice President Harris Gains Influential Supporter
Knowles’s endorsement came with high praise for Harris, describing her as bringing “New, Youthful, Sharp, energy!!!!” to the political landscape. She thanked President Biden for his service and leadership, commending him for “Putting personal Ego, power and fame aside.”
The endorsement read, “Go Vice President Kamala Harris for President. Let’s Go ❤️❤️❤️❤️ #kamala2024”. This public support from a figure connected to one of the world’s biggest pop stars could potentially sway voters and generate buzz around Harris’s campaign.
Beyoncé Lends “Freedom” to Harris Campaign
Adding to the family’s support, Beyoncé has granted permission for her song “Freedom” to be used as the anthem for Harris’s presidential campaign. The vice president made a powerful entrance to the track from Beyoncé’s acclaimed 2016 album “Lemonade” as she announced her bid for the presidency on the 2024 Democratic ticket.
This musical endorsement further cements the connection between the Harris campaign and the influential Knowles-Carter family. It also provides a culturally significant soundtrack to Harris’s political aspirations.
Media Criticism and Political Landscape
Tina Knowles didn’t stop at endorsing Harris. She also critiqued media coverage of President Biden, accusing outlets of demonizing him and portraying him as invalid. Knowles argued that this treatment contrasts sharply with the media’s handling of former President Trump’s gaffes and controversies.
Journalist Jemele Hill echoed these sentiments, pointing out the discrepancy in coverage between Biden and Trump. Hill noted that while questions about cognitive ability are legitimate, the media seems to focus disproportionately on Biden’s age and health compared to Trump’s.
