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Kamala Harris Gives Concession Speech, Says ‘Do Not Despair’ and Vows to ‘Keep Fighting’


Kamala Harris conceded the election to Donald Trump on Wednesday in a speech at Howard University.

Kamala Harris conceded the presidential race on Wednesday afternoon, telling supporters at Howard University in Washington, D.C. “do not despair,” and urging them to keep fighting at the ballot box and in the courts. Harris began by saying she would work with President Trump to ensure a peaceful transfer of power, drawing an unspoken contrast with the violence and chaos of four years ago. At the close of her speech, she invoked Howard’s motto — “truth and service” — saying it was important to overcome setbacks.

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