Kamala Harris' memoir, '107 Days', was meant to showcase her resilience as she attempted to revive the Democratic campaign after President Joe Biden stepped aside. Instead, the book exposes deep divisions within the party, revealing a culture of denial, blame, and exhaustion. Harris presents herself as a loyal deputy betrayed by indecision, yet avoids taking personal responsibility for the campaign's failures and sidesteps the hard questions about her own role in the party's struggles.
Throughout the memoir, Harris deflects blame onto colleagues, advisers, and external circumstances, rewriting events to justify her decisions rather than reflect on them honestly. Her remarks about potential running mates and rivals have sparked backlash, further highlighting the fractures within the party. The book's defensive tone and lack of self-reflection have drawn criticism, with reviewers noting its absence of humility and genuine introspection.
Harris' book tour has only intensified controversy, with public protests and awkward moments reinforcing doubts about her credibility. The memoir fails to address the core reasons for the Democrats' loss of support among key voters, focusing instead on defending her record. As the party grapples with division and uncertainty, '107 Days' reopens old wounds and underscores the need for humility and honest self-examination.