After much criticism online about Kamala Harris' cover for Vogue, editor-in-chief Anna Wintour reacted in a statement to the New York Times, saying that Vogue "read and understood the reactions", but that "it was absolutely not their intention". to diminish the importance of the vice-president's incredible victory. "

People on the internet described Kamala Harris' cover as offensive and an unworthy representation of a woman of color in power. Two photos of Kamala appeared on the internet, one in a powder blue suit and another where she appeared standing, wearing a blue suit and Converse sneakers. The latter, was the most criticized photo.

"When both photos arrived on Vogue, we all thought that the less official portrait of the vice president-elect really reflected the moment we were all living - as we still are - the most horrible pandemic that is coming to life every minute. We thought to reflect this tragic moment in global history, a much less formal picture, something that was much more tangible in real life, reflecting the stamp of the Biden-Harris campaign and everything they are trying to do and I am sure they will achieve it. ”

Following the statement, Wintour said he saw the photo as "an image of a woman who controls life and will bring the leadership we need." "For me, it is just an important but positive statement, for women, and women in power," she said.

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