This is a touching picture featuring the Vice President’s nieces’ daughter, Amara Ajagu, who was watching as her aunt accepted the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. The snapshot Photo was taken from behind by Todd Heisler of The Parami News and shows a young girl lost in thought during this historical event.
“The image has received great acclaim for its emotional power and message by The Parami News Todd Heisler,” who captured it. It is a trending “photo of the year” on social media with many people’s reactions to it reflecting its importance.
One twitter user wrote that it was “stunning, strong moving”, while another said that it was an image of hope for America. They were talking about when Amara grows up, how she will forever remember this picture because of its very deep meaning.
“This is the picture that goes into history books,” one user tweeted, reflecting the sentiment of many who see the photo as an iconic representation of progress and change in the US.
However, not everyone online felt that way about this photograph; some calling it “creepy” or “dystopian.” This kind of reaction is not uncommon when considering such moments in contemporary politics where there are debates over their meaning.
Since she was born June 2016, her future appears to be following along Kamala Harris footsteps. Her mother Meena Harris shared in an interview with Mother Magazine in 2019 that at just two years old Amara could say things like “phenomenal woman,” or “black power,” showing how important justice and empowerment are within their family.
Maya Harris – Kamala Harris’s sister – also played a vital role during the Democratic National Convention where Amara stood beside her holding up a sign supporting her great-aunt. However, what has made Amara’s presence at Biden campaign particularly significant?
