Everyone's perspective of themselves and others is based on the limitations of their exposure.

Getting smart on crime' does not mean reducing sentences or punishments for crimes.

I strongly believe that for serious and violent criminals, we must absolutely hold them accountable for their crimes and send them to prison.

I've had the good fortune and blessing to run for the offices for which I really wanted to do the work.

I remember when my mother, Shyamala Harris, bought our first home. I was thirteen. She was so proud, and my sister and I were so excited. Millions of Americans know that feeling of walking through the front door of their own home for the first time - the feeling of reaching for opportunity and finding it.

I've been a proud mentor to many women seeking public office, because I believe we need more women at all levels of government. Women have an equal stake in our future and should have an equal voice in our politics. These are challenging times, but I believe getting more women to run for office is a big part of the solution.

I was raised to be an independent woman, not the victim of anything.