California Rep. Karen Bass isn't a household name, but she took the lead on Democrats' police reform bill this year, earning her a lot of fans among Democrats on Capitol Hill. It may also have landed her on the short list to be Joe Biden's running mate.
"She doesn't mind leading by example," Clyburn said in an interview."A lot of people will lead by precepts, but Karen provides examples for people to follow."
Bass was elevated to the national stage last month when House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., tasked her with writing the police reform bill. It is unusual for legislation to come together as rapidly as the George Floyd Justice in Policing bill. Members and staff involved describe a process in which Bass and her staff kept major ideological caucuses within the party apprised from the beginning.
The surge of attention on social and racial justice has created a unique moment for Democrats. At least three Black women in Congress — Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., Rep. Val Demings, D-Fla., and Bass — are rumored to be on Biden's list. "The party is supposed to guarantee opportunity," Clyburn said."And this party has guaranteed opportunity for women."Clyburn, who is personally close with Biden, says the decision now will come down to vetting, polling and focus groups that will parse every statement and comment a contender has made, every group or ally they may have upset or offended.
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