'White Dudes for Harris'

The 'White Dudes for Harris' fundraising event hosted over Zoom featured white male celebrities and politicians, including Pete Buttigieg and Mark Hamill, expressing their support for Vice President Kamala Harris while criticizing former President Donald Trump. The event aimed to engage white male voters who lean Republican but faced significant backlash and mockery on social media, being labeled as 'cringe' and ironic. Organizers highlighted issues of loneliness and the co-opting of masculinity by right-wing narratives, yet the event's racial framing drew skepticism. Celebrities like Jeff Bridges and Josh Gad contributed emotional speeches, while Buttigieg discussed the importance of reproductive rights. Critics questioned the necessity of a racially exclusive fundraiser and noted the potential alienation of swing voters. Overall, while the event attracted considerable attention and raised $4 million, its effectiveness in changing voter sentiment remains dubious.