Mika Brzezinski explains why she thinks Kamala Harris’ rallies are similar to Taylor Swift’s concerts

During Kamala Harris' rally in Eau Claire, soaring temperatures did not deter her supporters from attending
UPDATED AUG 9, 2024
Mika Brzezinski made a comparison between Kamala Harris' campaign rallies and Taylor Swift's iconic music concerts (Morning Joe/YouTube, Getty Images)
Mika Brzezinski made a comparison between Kamala Harris' campaign rallies and Taylor Swift's iconic music concerts (Morning Joe/YouTube, Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC: Mika Brzezinski, co-host of 'Morning Joe', made an intriguing comparison between Vice President Kamala Harris’ rallies and high-profile concerts by Taylor Swift and Adele, following a recent incident where Minnesota Governor Tim Walz helped a dehydrated attendee at a rally in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

On the Thursday, August 9, episode of 'Morning Joe', Brzezinski highlighted how the fervor at Harris’ rallies is akin to the excitement seen at major music concerts.

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Mika Brezinski compared Kamala Harris' rallies to Taylor Swift's music concerts (Getty Images)

Mika Brzezinski highlights massive attendance at Kamala Harris' rallies

Mika Brezinski noted that attendees at Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris' rallies face dehydration issues. much like attendees at concerts of famous singers.

Kamala Harris was endorsed as the Democratic nominee after Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race on July 21. Democrats are touting massive support for Harris, citing her choc-a-bloc rallies as evidence.

 “People, like, getting so overheated at rallies or in audiences and needing water — you know where that happens? At Adele concerts, at Taylor Swift concerts. That’s like — you get them on Instagram. You see those moments where Adele is like, ‘Stop, stop, please, let’s get this person some water,” Brzezinski observed.

EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN - AUGUST 07: Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at a campaign rally where she appeared with her running mate Democratic vice presidential candidate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on August 7, 2024 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Later today they are scheduled to host a rally in Michigan. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris at a campaign rally on August 7, 2024 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin (Scott Olson/Getty Images)

She further commented, “And Tim Walz literally did that yesterday because somebody needed water and it was trending as this incredible moment. I don’t know what’s going on, but people are very excited about this ticket and this ticket knows it needs to keep working.”

Tim Walz comes to aid of dehydrated attendee at Eau Claire rally

The incident in question occurred during a rally on Wednesday, August 7, in Eau Claire, where the temperature was around 80 degrees.

Walz stopped the rally for a while to address the overheating issue. “Can we get somebody to help? Somebody’s hot,” he said, pointing into the crowd.

He urged attendees to “take care of each other” and “drink water,” and expressed his gratitude for their cooperation: “Thank you all for helping. Grateful. Thank you. Thank you all. Take care of one another on this. This is why we gather.”



 

Internet reacts as Mika Brzezinski compares Kamala Harris' rallies to Taylor Swift's concerts

The social media reactions to Mika Brzezinski’s comparison of Kamala Harris rallies to Taylor Swift concerts were varied.

One user wrote, "FINALLY, someone brings us the hard hitting news we all crave. Three cheers for Leeman!"

Another user replied, "Pretty sure that’s just what happens when you have big events in summer, but the excitement is good."

One user commented, "Just came here for the bellyaching from trumpsters and I'm not disappointed. They know she's doing well - their lies prove it."

Another added, "Mika proving once again how stupid she really is."

One said, "Harris supporters are so stupid they don't drink until she tells them to."

Another replied, "So Mika is saying that both of them are hazardous to the health."

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