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The Truths We Hold: An American Journey
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Overview
The Truths We Hold: An American Journey is a memoir by Kamala Harris, the first woman, first Black person, and first person of South Asian descent to be elected Vice President of the United States. Published in 2019, the book draws on Harris’s extensive experience as a prosecutor, Attorney General of California, and US Senator. This political memoir falls within the genre of autobiographical nonfiction, offering both personal reflections and policy insights. The title reflects Harris’s commitment to speaking truth to power and her belief in the fundamental truths that unite Americans. In the book, Harris recounts her upbringing as the daughter of immigrants, her career in law enforcement and politics, and her vision for America’s future. She weaves together personal anecdotes with discussions of key policy issues, providing readers with a comprehensive view of her life, values, and political philosophy.
This study guide refers to the 2019 Penguin e-book edition.
Content Warning: The source text and this guide discuss racism, rape and sexual assault, anti-immigrant bias, anti-gay bias, anti-trans bias, substance use disorder, and violence.
Summary
The book opens with a preface recounting the night of the tumultuous 2016 US presidential election.
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