Vice President Harris reached out to Black voters during a Sunday service in Greenville, North Carolina. In her address, she discussed the issue of hurricane disinformation and emphasized the importance of following teachings from the Bible on helping others.
“Our thoughts are with all those who have been impacted by these storms. We understand the challenges faced by the people of Greenville, and we are inspired by the unity and resilience demonstrated by communities across the nation,” expressed the vice president.
Without explicitly mentioning him, she made a veiled reference to former President Trump, criticizing him for disseminating false information about Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton, and the government’s handling of the situation.
“The issue lies in the fact that it is becoming increasingly difficult to provide people with crucial information when they are led to believe that they cannot trust it. This is truly distressing, as it creates the perception that those who require assistance are being discouraged from seeking help due to a belief that external forces are working against them,” she explained.
In times of crisis, leaders should refrain from playing politics, according to her argument.
During her remarks, she also made references to multiple Bible verses. One of the verses she cited was Isaiah, which acknowledges the efforts of those involved in the hurricane cleanup as being a refuge for the needy in their distress.
Harris referred to Paul’s letter to the church in Galatians, emphasizing that Paul’s message serves as a reminder for all of us. According to Paul, God calls us to continue doing good without growing weary. It is through this divine power that each individual possesses the ability to make a significant impact.
With a powerful and inspiring message, she reminded everyone that although we may experience sadness and tears during the night, joy will always come in the morning. Her words resonated deeply, prompting a standing ovation from the crowd.
During the service, Harris actively participated by sitting in the front row, clapping, and singing along to the songs. She was seated beside O’Neal, who warmly acknowledged the vice president, acknowledging the diversity of political views among the attendees but emphasizing the significance of having a sitting vice president present.
On Saturday, the vice president made a trip to Raleigh where she had the opportunity to meet with various Black elected officials, faith leaders, and members of the community at a local barbecue restaurant. Later today, she is scheduled to deliver a speech in Greenville.
Throughout her presidential campaign, Harris has made several visits to the state.
In recent days, her campaign has shifted its focus towards appealing to Black voters. During a campaign event in Pennsylvania last week, Former President Obama urged Black men to support Harris in the upcoming election. However, his remarks have faced criticism, with some arguing that he undermined the importance of Black men and conveyed a negative message.
