Kamala Harris Shares Childhood Memories on National Grandparents Day

Washington, September 9 —Kamala Harris, the Indian-origin Democratic Presidential candidate, marked National Grandparents Day by sharing fond memories of her childhood visits to India. The current Vice President of the United States took to social media to recount the influential mornings spent with her grandparents, who played a pivotal role in shaping her perspectives on equality and the fight against corruption.

Harris fondly remembered how her grandfather, a retired civil servant and a participant in India's freedom movement, would take her on morning walks and discuss the importance of fighting for equality and against corruption. “He instilled in me the values that I carry forward in my life and career,” Harris wrote in her post.

Her grandmother, a proactive advocate for women's rights, traveled across India educating women about birth control and family planning. Harris highlighted how her grandmother's dedication to public service and creating a better future remains a guiding force in her own life.

On this occasion of National Grandparents Day, Harris expressed her gratitude to all grandparents who continue to shape and inspire future generations, celebrating their invaluable contribution to family and community.