Lakers legend and Dodgers part owner Magic Johnson expressed his support for Kamala Harris in a video posted to social media.
As November quickly approaches, Johnson chose to voice his opinion on the upcoming election.
“It’s 32 days until the election,” Johnson began. “Now you know, I love that number.”
The camera then turned to Kamala Harris who encouraged voters to register for the election.
“Marking 32 days left till Election Day with #32,” Harris wrote on the Instagram post. “Great seeing you, Magic Johnson!”
Johnson’s video is the latest athlete endorsement following the launch of “Athletes for Harris.”
The Harris campaign announced the launch of “Athletes for Harris” in September. The initiative aims to garner public support from athletes and coaches during the final weeks of the campaign.
The influence of sports figures like Johnson is one of the reasons the Harris campaign chose to team up with athletes to excite voters.
“Athletes are among the most trusted voices for key voting blocs, especially young men, making them uniquely qualified campaigners for Vice President Harris and Governor (Tim) Walz’s campaign,” the statement read. “Sporting events and games are also key moments that draw in large and politically diverse audiences, audiences that are increasing their reach with Gen Z and younger men.”
Johnson is a co-chair of the initiative to aid the Harris campaign. Other co-chairs include high-profile sports figures including Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr; WNBA champion Candace Parker; Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers; South Carolina coach Dawn Staley; two-time World Cup champion Ali Krieger; Paralympic swimmer Ali Truwit; NBA All-Star Chris Paul; tennis icon Billie Jean King; and Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Thomas Booker.
“I have known Vice President Harris for over 25 years, and you can count on her to deliver on what she says she is going to do,” Johnson said in a statement. “She’ll be a President for all people, no matter the race, language, sexual orientation, or party line.”
“She showed all of us — and showed the world — that she was ready to be President, how smart she is, and her plan for the country in that debate. We are not going backwards; we are moving forward. For all of the athletes out there, don’t be afraid to use your platforms — we need all of you to get involved. Share this with your friends that Vice President Harris has an agenda that will move the country forward. The Magic Man is on board.”
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