
At an event held at the Getty Center in Los Angeles, Kamala Harris spoke passionately to a room full of creators, writers, and artists. She reminded everyone that they were living through a moment that would one day be written about in history books.
Harris said that this time in America is not just another chapter it’s a turning point and that the people in the audience, as storytellers, have a powerful role to play in capturing and expressing what it feels like to live through it. She told them that by sharing their experiences honestly, they help others make sense of the chaos and uncertainty around them.
Harris did not hold back when she turned her attention to Donald Trump’s administration. She used bold, unfiltered language to describe the people in the White House, calling them “crazy” and saying that it’s not ordinary Americans who are losing their minds, but rather those running the government.
Her bluntness drew laughter and cheers from the audience, who seemed relieved to hear someone speak so candidly. Harris’ words reflected a shared frustration many people feel about the current political climate. She wanted to make it clear that speaking the truth even if it shocks some people can be a form of strength and resistance.
She encouraged everyone in the room not to feel powerless or like bystanders. Harris said that the stories people tell have the ability to shape how future generations understand this moment. Even if a story doesn’t fix the problems immediately, it can still open eyes, build empathy, and help people feel seen.
She reminded the creators that their voices matter, that their emotions are valid, and that turning those feelings into art, writing, or film is a meaningful way to fight back against hopelessness.
Harris also spoke about the challenges of being honest in a time when truth can be risky. She said she understands that some people are being told, directly or indirectly, to stay quiet or to tone down their opinions. But she insisted that truth-telling has always involved courage and that history remembers the people who spoke up, not those who stayed silent.
Everyone, she said, has to decide for themselves how far they’re willing to go, but progress never comes without people daring to say what others are afraid to hear. Her remarks earned strong applause from the audience, many of whom seemed inspired by her willingness to speak so directly.
On social media, her fiery comments quickly spread. Some users joked that her blunt criticism of Trump’s team could serve as a new Democratic campaign slogan, while others praised her for bringing humor and humanity into a serious conversation about leadership and truth.
Alongside Harris’ message, the event organizers and news outlets covering it stressed the importance of a free and independent press. They reminded readers that honest journalism is essential, especially during times when governments try to silence or influence the media.
They thanked supporters for helping keep their newsroom alive during difficult years and urged continued support so they could keep delivering factual, fearless reporting. They made it clear that without readers and supporters, truth-telling whether from journalists, creators, or politicians would be much harder to sustain.
Together, the event and Harris’ remarks carried a clear message: even in turbulent times, people have the power to shape history through their words, their art, and their courage to tell the truth.