Kamala Harris has finally scheduled an interview almost 40 days after President Joe Biden ended his candidacy and endorsed her. CNN's Dana Bash will do the honors, while Harris's running mate, Tim Walz, will also be there to provide male supervision and moral support. It is pre-taped.
CNN was an obvious choice, given its well-earned reputation for partisan bias. Stephen Colbert, the former comedian who appeared at a Biden fundraiser in March, described CNN as "objective" during a recent interview with Bash's colleague Kaitlan Collins. Even the liberal audience thought he was joking.
Bash is best known for being the ex-wife of former Obama administration official Jeremy Bash. She moderated the now infamous June 27 debate between Biden and former president Donald Trump that precipitated Biden's withdrawal from the race. Bash was caught attempting to assist Biden by directing him where to look. She also moderated the Democratic primary debate in 2019 when Harris accused Biden of supporting racist busing policies.
We knew the interview would be a partisan love fest, but we didn't fully appreciate how ridiculous and fawning Bash's questions would be until a CNN insider leaked a draft to the Washington Free Beacon. [Spoiler alert: Proceed with caution.]
Vice President Kamala Harris → Thank you so much for agreeing to do this interview. Are you excited?
Harris → May I ask a follow-up?
Harris → Are you brat?
Harris → Donald Trump has been president for the last four years, and America has really suffered on his watch. Inflation is out of control. Do you think Trump deserves another four years in office, or is it time for a change?
Coach Tim Walz → You're a big proponent of midwestern values. What are those?
Harris → Republicans have accused you, without evidence, of having ties to President Joe Biden and his administration. Can you explain why this is unfair?
Harris → Do you even know who this is? [Hold up photo of Joe Biden]
Harris → I didn't think so. You've also been accused, without evidence, of changing your position on key policy issues, but I'd like to move on to another topic. Do you mind?
Harris → Thank you so much. Let's move on. If you win in November, you would become the first woman (and first black woman) to be elected president in American history. Do you think that would send a powerful message to all the little girls (and little black girls) across the country and give them hope for the future?
Walz → You're a white man, but I think we can all agree that you're the good kind of white man. How inspired are you to be a part of this historic ticket?
Harris + Walz → So, who's the better dancer?
Harris → I'd like to ask a few questions submitted by CNN viewers. Is that OK?
Harris → Very well. Hillary R. from New York writes: "Can you talk about some of the female political trailblazers who inspired you or paved the way for your success?"
Harris → Ella E. from California writes: "Hi mom! Keep up the great work."
Walz → Karen H. from Wisconsin writes: "What is your favorite type of football play?"
Harris → On the subject of immigration: Do you believe the United States should be a shining city on a hill that welcomes migrants who are just trying to realize the American Dream, or do you think the U.S. military should launch air strikes, with nuclear weapons if necessary, to prevent these Dreamers from crossing the southern border?
Harris → Sorry, was that too hard?
Walz → I didn't really understand the vice president's answer. Could you try to clarify what she meant?
Walz → Let's talk about couch sex. What's the deal with J.D. Vance?
Harris → What's your position on health care? Do you think Americans should get treated when they get sick, or should they just die in the street, as some Republicans have suggested?
Harris → Abortion. Yes?
Walz → Your wife, Gwen, is a blonde who resembles the nanny your running mate's husband, Doug Emhoff, had an affair with and impregnated during his first marriage. Are you worried?
Harris → Same question.
Harris + Walz → Are there any questions you'd like to ask me?
Harris + Walz → It's been an honor, future Madame President. God bless you, Coach. Of course you are more than welcome to review the footage and make editing suggestions. We're here to help. Vibes!
