Beyoncé made a significant public endorsement of the Democratic Party during a rally for Vice President Kamala Harris in Houston’s Shell Energy Stadium on Friday. This appearance ended months of speculation about her political affiliations. Accompanied by her former Destiny’s Child bandmate Kelly Rowland, Beyoncé spoke passionately to the crowd, emphasizing her Texas roots and expressing her support for Harris as a champion of unity and reproductive rights.
Starting her speech, Beyoncé greeted the crowd with enthusiasm, saying, “H-town! We are so happy to be standing here on this stage as proud country Texan women.” She praised Vice President Harris for her commitment to addressing the pressing needs of the nation, saying, “It’s impossible to not feel the energy in this room. The positivity, the community, the humanity.”
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Beyoncé spoke from a personal perspective, emphasizing her role as a mother concerned about the future of America and her children’s upbringing. She stated, “We are at the precipice of an incredible shift, the brink of history. I’m not here as a celebrity. I’m here as a mother. A mother who cares deeply about the world my children and all of our children live in.” She underscored the importance of bodily autonomy and unity, inviting the audience to envision a future without limitations for the next generation.
She concluded her heartfelt message by urging attendees to vote, proclaiming, “We must vote and we need you. It’s time to sing a new song.” Beyoncé called for a collective movement toward a brighter future, resonating with themes of dignity and opportunity. She expressed her full support for Harris, rallying the crowd with, “Are y’all ready to add your voice to the new American song? Because I am. So let’s do this!” She ended her speech by introducing Harris, encouraging the crowd to give her a warm welcome as the “next president of the United States.”
Beyoncé’s powerful words and call to action highlighted her commitment to social change and political engagement, marking a pivotal moment in her public persona.
“I’m not here as a celebrity. I’m not here as a politician. I’m here as a mother.” – Beyoncé speaks at Kamala Harris’ rally in Houston pic.twitter.com/taWpVhF6DC
— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) October 26, 2024
