Mixed feeling as Joe Biden declares Kamala Harris as running mate

US Democratic nominee Joe Biden has picked California Senator Kamala Harris, whose mother is a Tamilian from South India, as his vice-presidential running mate for the 2020 Presidential election.

Harris, who was born in Oakland, California, and whose father is Jamaican, will be the first black and Indian American on a major US party ticket. She is also only the fourth woman in history to be chosen for on a major party’s presidential ticket.

“@JoeBiden can unify the American people because he’s spent his life fighting for us. And as president, he’ll build an America that lives up to our ideals. I’m honored to join him as our party’s nominee for Vice President, and do what it takes to make him our Commander-in-Chief,” Harris tweeted shortly after Biden announced his pick on social media.

The announcement came on Tuesday, as Biden had hinted that he was close to choosing his pick. Harris, who had previously launched a presidential campaign in the Democratic primaries, quickly became the top contender for the Vice Presidency. Biden and Harris plan to deliver remarks at his Wilmington, Delaware home on Wednesday.

See how people reacted on social media below:

I’ve known Senator @KamalaHarris for a long time. She is more than prepared for the job. She’s spent her career defending our Constitution and fighting for folks who need a fair shake. This is a good day for our country. Now let’s go win this thing. pic.twitter.com/duJhFhWp6g

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 11, 2020

.@JoeBiden’s naming of Sen. @KamalaHarris Harris as the Democratic nominee for Vice President marks an historic and proud milestone for our country. As Vice President, Senator Harris will continue her legacy of trailblazing leadership to move our nation forward.

My statement ?? pic.twitter.com/XdOZK9be6a

— Nancy Pelosi (@TeamPelosi) August 11, 2020

Everything the Democrats do is staged for their agenda. Like Joe Biden picking Kamala Harris. They are using race as a way to manipulate all of us. #trump2020

— Quirky&Smart???? (@SmartpplMatter2) August 11, 2020

I'd like to think my enthusiastic support had an influence in her selection. It didn't, but I'd like to think that.#BidenHarris2020 https://t.co/LvubSpFFAp pic.twitter.com/RokiiVhjBX

— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) August 11, 2020

Kamala Harris is a disgrace. No wonder why they call her Phony Kamala while the wrestler, the real Kamala passed away. The real Kamala was a great wrestler. Kamala Harris is a phony politician.

— Bourg Productions (@BourgProductio1) August 11, 2020

Reaction after learning Kamala Harris is VP for Biden #JoeBiden2020 #KamalaHarrisForVP pic.twitter.com/wTzXYf1uDY

— Jeana Centner (@centner_jeana) August 11, 2020

Kamala Harris, to me, was a "slam dunk" for VP choice! She's as sharp as a tack & loaded with integrity. Looking forward to watching her chew up & spit out Trump's stooge Pence in a debate! Also ideal in case Biden is unable to finish his term. #Kamala #VPPick

— Jon Franchino (@JonFranchino) August 11, 2020