Does Biden's VP Have to be a Black Woman?
Joe Biden,Race And Racism,Elections,2020 Election,White House,Politics,Kamala Harris,Vice President,Stacey Abrams,Women's Issues,General News
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THE QUICK FACTS
- The Democratic Party is facing an internal debate over Joe Biden's VP Pick. Many argue that Biden must pick a black woman as his running mate, which others say that race shouldn't be the deciding factor.
- Biden has already promised to pick a woman as his running mate, and states that he wants somebody who is "simpatico" with his views.
- Biden's success in the Democratic primary was boosted by votes from the African American community and a key endorsement from South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn.
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