Artists for Kamala Benefit Auction Begins

A benefit auction titled 'Artists for Kamala' has been launched to support Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign, featuring over 164 works from prominent contemporary artists such as Jeff Koons, Amy Sherald, and Shepard Fairey. The auction, hosted on Artsy, runs from September 30 to October 8 and aims to raise over $1 million for the Harris Victory Fund, which supports Harris's campaign and other Democratic efforts. Notable pieces include Hank Willis Thomas's silkscreen 'FRAGILE DEMOCRACY HANDLE WITH CARE' and works by artists like Jenny Holzer and Rashid Johnson. Bids are currently ranging from $2,000 to $150,000, with options for direct purchase as well. Harris has a history of supporting the arts and public education, emphasizing the importance of cultural institutions throughout her career. The initiative reflects a growing trend of artists mobilizing for political causes, particularly ahead of the upcoming November 5 election.