Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign hit a major milestone on Wednesday night with a record-breaking Zoom event. In an unprecedented display of support, over 164,000 white women participated in a fundraiser that raised nearly $2 million in just 90 minutes. The event, titled “White Women: Answer the Call,” set a new world record as the largest Zoom meeting ever held, causing the platform to crash due to the overwhelming turnout.
Organized by activist Shannon Watts, the virtual gathering featured passionate endorsements from pop star Pink and actress Connie Britton, who emphasized Harris’s qualifications and the importance of backing her campaign. The event quickly gained traction, with grassroots donations exceeding $1 million within the first hour.
Despite the initial excitement, the massive influx of participants led to technical glitches, including a temporary crash that displayed a “We’ll be right back” message. When the call resumed, it continued to break records, with final attendance surpassing 164,000 participants.
Watts, who organized the event, took to social media to celebrate the historic achievement. She highlighted the event’s significance, noting that it was the first Zoom call to surpass 100,000 participants. The fundraising success demonstrated the power of online mobilization in modern politics.
The event also attracted notable figures like author Glennon Doyle and Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher, who further energized the audience. The record-breaking Zoom call, which experienced glitches due to its high volume, prompted many attendees to switch to YouTube to continue watching the livestream.
One participant shared their excitement on social media, saying, “150k white women on #AnswerTheCall to support a woman of color. This is history.” The event not only marked a technological milestone but also showcased the significant impact of grassroots organizing and the collective power of women’s voices in shaping the political landscape.
