The Hunt for a VP Candidate: Kamala Harris’s Predicament
On the surface, Kamala Harris’s search for a vice-presidential candidate seems straightforward enough. But dig a little deeper and you’ll uncover a nightmarish reality waiting for anyone brave or foolish enough to join her ticket. Recent accounts of Harris’s severe work conditions have resurfaced, painting a rather grim picture.
Inside the Horrific Work Environment
Kevin McCarthy, former Speaker and fellow Californian, didn’t mince his words when he described what it’s like working for Harris. He stated, “It is a heroic work environment if you work for her. Nobody lasts very long, even as VP when she did not do anything.” This is a glaring warning sign for anyone considering joining her team.
Record-Breaking Turnover Rates
Harris’s office is infamous for its astronomical turnover rates. We’re talking about an almost 92% staff turnover rate. To give you some context, Donald Trump’s turnover was 72%, which is already quite high. But Harris? She’s setting new records, and not in any commendable way. In 2022, a former staffer revealed, “It has always been a problem. You have to have your people around you.” Clearly, Harris struggles to retain her staff.
A Profanity-Laden Management Style
Moving on to Harris’s management style, a 2019 op-ed revealed that Harris has a reputation for hurling F-bombs and other profanities at her staff. She consistently berates them, fostering an atmosphere of fear and tension. Imagine being under the leadership of someone who resorts to profanity throughout the day. It’s hardly the kind of environment anyone would willingly choose to be a part of.
Allies Struggling Under Her Leadership
Even those who are aligned with Harris have found it challenging to work under her leadership. Symone Sanders, an MSNBC host and former Harris staffer, hinted at the difficulties of working for the VP. She stated, “It was new for me when I worked for her because I had never worked for a high-profile woman before. I had only ever worked for men.” Sanders confessed there was a day she thought, “Ma’am, you might be the last woman I work for.”
A Trail of Unhappy Staff, Leaks, and Scandals
Reports of a poor office culture under Harris are not recent developments. They’ve haunted her throughout her career, from her time in California to her role as VP. Only four out of her original 47 staffers from year one still remain. That speaks volumes about how she treats people. When you’re mean to your staff, what happens? Leaks. Lots of them. And that’s exactly what we’ve seen with Harris.
The Irony of Biden’s Pledge
Remember when President Biden assumed office and declared he would dismiss anyone who didn’t operate with respect? It appears he should have turned his gaze inward. Harris’s issues with staff treatment have been reported frequently and consistently. Whether it’s her draconian demands or her inability to retain staff, the signs are clear: Harris’s leadership style is problematic.
The Stark Contrast
Let’s draw a comparison with someone like David Gaines. When he worked for Harris, people joked, “Blink twice if you need help, David.” The contrast between Harris and other leaders couldn’t be more pronounced. People who worked for other high-profile figures, like the friendly and personable folks in other offices, never had to endure this kind of toxic environment.
Final Thoughts
Kamala Harris’s hostile work environment is a ticking time bomb. Her search for a vice-presidential candidate is going to be a hard sell. Who wants to work for someone who berates their staff and fosters such a toxic atmosphere? Not many. And this isn’t just hearsay. The facts are clear: a 92% turnover rate, countless reports of profanity and berating, and even her own allies struggling under her leadership.
This will pose serious challenges for her when naming a VP pick. The last thing the country needs is a leader who can’t even keep their own office in order. The American people deserve better. They deserve someone who treats their staff with respect and leads with integrity. Unfortunately, Kamala Harris doesn’t seem to fit that bill.
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