Former Vice President Kamala Harris seemed relaxed and in raucous humor as she sat across from Stephen Colbert during her first interview after the 2024 election, as the Daily Caller reports. Harris, making her first television appearance following her electoral defeat by President Donald Trump, discussed her new book 107 Days and her views on current political issues.

During the engaging exchange, Harris explored various personal and political reflections following her heavy investment in the presidential campaign and shared insights from her book.

Harris appeared on the Late Show for her first in-depth conversation about her post-election journey. The interview also served as a platform for promoting her upcoming book, titled 107 Days.

Inside look at new book

Kamala Harris entertained the audience by sharing personal and humorous stories that are featured in her book. One anecdote involved her husband, Doug Emhoff, and his less-than-perfect timing with her birthday celebration, which she encouraged viewers to read more about in her book.

“I mean, there’s a lot of personal stuff in the book,” Harris mentioned, hinting at the light-hearted tales within the pages. Her openness provided a glimpse into the candid yet reflective nature of her writing endeavor.

While the conversation touched on the more intimate parts of her book, the interview also covered the significant, politically charged experiences Harris faced during her presidential campaign.

Reflections on recent political decisions emerge

Harris unveiled why she opted not to pursue the role of governor in California, attributing her decision to a "broken" political environment that she believes needs reform before embarking on another significant political role.

This decision comes after holding several prominent positions in her political career, including serving as district attorney of San Francisco, attorney general of California, U.S. senator from California, and the nation’s vice president.

Though her future political aspirations remain uncertain, Harris’s decision indicates a shift away from direct political office at least for the near future.

Harris weighs in Democratic Party

When asked about the current leadership of the Democratic Party, Harris chose not to identify any individual rising stars, emphasizing instead a collective responsibility. She believes that tackling challenges should not fall solely on one person's shoulders.

“I’m not going to go through names because then I’m going to leave somebody out and I’m going to hear about it,” Harris expressed, diplomatically sidestepping the query with a broader focus on collective efforts.

Harris stressed what she said was the need for unity and teamwork among party members to address the pressing issues faced by the country, showcasing what she believes is a collaborative approach toward political engagement.

Looking forward amid uncertainty

Despite the uncertainty surrounding her political future, with mixed enthusiasm from Democratic Party donors and strategists, Harris remains committed to staying active in the national conversation.

Having spent $1.5 billion on her presidential campaign, which involved a number of interviews and appearances, she now appears to be recalibrating her approach to public service and influence.

Whether it will involve participating in the 2028 presidential primary or a later attempt at California’s highest office remains to be seen.

Embracing a new chapter

Kamala Harris's appearance on the Late Show marked a fresh chapter in her career, focusing on personal growth and reflection.

Her new book, 107 Days, offers readers a deeper understanding of her experiences, her personal anecdotes, and her perspective on both her personal and professional life.

As she ended the discussion, Harris left the door open for future possibilities without committing to any immediate political plans, balancing introspection with potential ambition.