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Vice President Kamala Harris has turned down an invitation to speak at the Al Smith dinner in New York City. Her staff says she will be busy campaigning, but{ai:summary}<p>Vice President Kamala Harris declined an invitation to speak at the Al Smith dinner in New York City, citing campaigning commitments. Critics argue this reasoning lacks substance.  </p><p>#politics</p>

Kamala Smart to Skip Al Smith Dinner

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