The latest of Kamala Harris’ supporters includes none other than Jeff Bridges, famously known as “The Dude” from the iconic film The Big Lebowski. Bridges, along with other celebrities like Josh Gad, Mark Ruffalo, and Mark Hamill, participated in a 3-hour Zoom call to raise funds for Harris’ presidential campaign. With over 180,000 participants on the call, the event proved to be a huge success, raising a total of $3.7 million.
During the call, Jeff Bridges expressed his excitement for the possibility of having the first female U.S. President, stating, “I’m white, I’m a dude, and I’m for Harris — a woman President, man… how exciting!” He praised Harris for her dedication to women’s rights, her environmental stance, and her support for children. Bridges’ endorsement adds to the growing list of celebrities who are publicly supporting Harris’ presidential campaign.
The “White Dudes for Harris” Zoom call follows a series of successful fundraising events for Harris, including “White Women: Answer the Call” and “Win With Black Women.” These events have brought together thousands of supporters and raised millions of dollars for the campaign. With the momentum building, Democrats are referring to the movement as the “Kamalamentum” wave.
In addition to the “White Dudes for Harris” event, other groups like “Black Men for Harris” and “Win With Black Women” have shown their support for Kamala Harris. The overwhelming response from a diverse range of supporters highlights the broad appeal of Harris’ campaign and her platform.
The involvement of celebrities like Jeff Bridges, Josh Gad, and Mark Ruffalo in Harris’ campaign brings attention and support to her platform. Their endorsement not only raises funds but also amplifies Harris’ message on critical issues like women’s rights, the environment, and education.
The support from celebrities and diverse groups demonstrates the growing momentum behind Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign. As the election approaches, the enthusiasm and fundraising efforts of supporters like “White Dudes for Harris” are crucial in propelling Harris towards the White House.
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