Joy Behar expressed skepticism about Kamala Harris's chances as a presidential candidate for 2028 during a discussion on 'The View' on July 10, 2026. Behar suggested that her co-hosts were not considering reality when discussing potential candidates, particularly those who are straight, White men. The conversation included co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin, who argued that Harris remains a strong contender based on her name recognition and fundraising capabilities. Behar countered by stating that Harris did not win in her previous campaigns and questioned her viability for future elections.
Behar presented alternative candidates, including Jon Ossoff, Josh Shapiro, Gavin Newsom, and JB Pritzker. The discussion also touched on identity politics, with co-host Sara Haines arguing against the notion that voters would reject candidates based on their sexual orientation or race. Sunny Hostin supported Behar's perspective, emphasizing the need for the Democratic Party to focus on electability in light of past election outcomes. Ana Navarro rejected the idea that a nominee must be a White man, advocating for inclusivity in presidential aspirations.
The segment highlighted differing views on the future of the Democratic Party and the implications of identity in political candidacy.