- **Born:** October 20, 1964 in Oakland, [[California]] - **Parents:** Donald Harris (Jamaican-born economist and Stanford professor) and Shyamala Gopalan Harris (Indian-born breast cancer researcher) - **Spouse:** Douglas Emhoff (entertainment lawyer, married 2014) - **Children:** No biological children; stepmother to Cole and Ella Emhoff - **Died:** Still living (age 60) - **Highest Office:** 49th Vice President of the [[United States of America (USA)]] (2021-present) - **Other Notable Positions:** U.S. Senator from California (2017-2021), Attorney General of California (2011-2017), District Attorney of San Francisco (2004-2011), Deputy District Attorney in Alameda County - **Party Affiliation:** Democratic Party - **Historical Note:** First woman, first Black person, and first person of South Asian descent to serve as U.S. Vice President, breaking multiple historical barriers simultaneously. Rose through California's legal and political system as a prosecutor, focusing on criminal justice reform, consumer protection, and civil rights. As Senator, served on Judiciary, Intelligence, Homeland Security, and Budget committees, gaining national attention for sharp questioning during Supreme Court confirmation hearings. Sought Democratic presidential nomination in 2020 before being selected as [[Joe Biden]]'s running mate. Daughter of immigrants who emphasized education and civil rights activism, reflecting America's increasing diversity in its highest offices.