As for Harris, she has a long history in California — and as a result, The Times’ editorial board has a long history covering her. As she mentioned on the campaign trail, Harris served as attorney general of California and the San Francisco district attorney before she became a U.S. senator in 2016. She opposes the death penalty, though she would enforce and defend it as attorney general. AdvertisementWhat Kamala Harris’ run for California attorney general can tell us about this campaign. Yet that, too, is a legacy of Southern California’s past, one ready to be reclaimed.”More from opinionFrom our columnistsLZ Granderson: As president, Harris would be a “first” in so many ways.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 27, 2024 17:03 UTC