With just three days left until the US presidential election, Hollywood icon Harrison Ford has made an impassioned appeal to voters, breaking his silence on politics to endorse Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for the White House. The “Indiana Jones” and “Star Wars” actor shared his thoughts in a striking series of black-and-white videos in partnership with the Harris-Walz campaign, urging Americans to prioritise unity and reject divisive rhetoric.
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Ford, 82, introduced his endorsement with a statement that highlights the rarity of his involvement in political matters. “I’m Harrison Ford, doing something I never thought I’d do,” he began. “Telling people I’ve never met who I’m voting for and why I think they might do the same. This election, I’m casting my ballot for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. Do I agree with every one of their policies? Of course not. Do I think they’re perfect? C’mon, for crying out loud, they’re people just like you and me.”
A Strong Stance Against Trump’s Leadership
The videos, released on X (formerly Twitter), emphasise Ford’s frustration with the divisive atmosphere in the country, particularly under the leadership of Donald Trump. In a pointed critique, Ford remarked, “Look, I’m frustrated about a lot of things in this country. I’m sure you are too. But the other guy? He spent four years turning us against each other while embracing dictators and tyrants around the world. That’s not how we are. We don’t need to ‘make America great again.’ C’mon, we are great. What we need is to work together again.”
Ford’s statements reflect a broader dissatisfaction with Trump’s tenure among some former administration officials and prominent figures in politics. His endorsement joins a wave of public support for Harris from high-profile figures, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Taylor Swift, and Jennifer Lopez, who have expressed similar concerns in the lead-up to Election Day on November 5.
A Rare Political Endorsement with a Personal Appeal
Ford, known for his reticence in discussing his political views, spoke about how unusual it was for him to make an endorsement. “Look, I’ve been voting for 64 years. Never really wanted to talk about it very much,” he said. “But when dozens of former members of the Trump administration are sounding alarms, saying, ‘For God’s sake, don’t do this again,’ you have to pay attention.”
In another segment, Ford reflected on the integrity of officials who have warned against Trump’s leadership. “These aren’t soft people. They’re governors, generals standing up against the leader of the party. They spent their lives advocating for many of them. This will be the first time they’ve ever voted for someone who doesn’t have an R next to their name because they know this really matters.”
‘A New Way Forward’ with Harris and Walz
In his message, Ford drew a clear line between the approaches of Harris and Trump, describing Harris as a leader who encourages constructive debate and values Americans’ rights to disagree. “Kamala Harris will protect your right to disagree with her about policies or ideas,” he said. “And then, as we have done for centuries, we’ll debate them, we’ll work on them together, and we’ll move forward.”
Conversely, Ford criticised Trump’s demand for “unquestioning loyalty” and his focus on “revenge,” saying, “The other guy – he demands unquestioning loyalty. Says he wants revenge.”
Ford closed his endorsement with a personal statement on the power of each vote: “I’m Harrison Ford. I’ve got one vote, same as anyone else. And I’m going to use it to move forward. I’m going to vote for Kamala Harris.”
The video concluded with the campaign tagline, “A new way forward – Harris and Walz,” underscoring Ford’s call for unity and collaboration over divisiveness.
Final Days of a Close Race
The timing of Ford’s endorsement highlights the urgency of the election, with polls showing a close race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. As the election nears, both campaigns are rallying support from key figures, while Americans across the country prepare to cast their ballots in an election marked by intense polarisation and high stakes.
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Ford’s endorsement has resonated widely, amplifying the voices of prominent leaders and voters calling for a return to unity and a government that reflects the interests of all Americans. With a message that’s both personal and reflective of national concerns, Ford’s rare political endorsement aims to inspire voters to choose a path of cooperation, understanding, and hope for the future.
