Opinion: Kamala’s Kolumn – February Deserves Equality: Time Isn't Fair
By Kamala Harris, Former Vice President of the United States and United States Secretary of Time Nominee
Hello, dear readers!
As we approach the end of February, I find myself reflecting deeply on an injustice that has persisted for far too long: February only has 28 days. Yes, I know we occasionally get that 29th day during a leap year, but why does February have to wait for an arbitrary rule of time to get its fair share?
The truth is, time isn’t always fair, and February is living proof of that. It’s the shortest month, squeezed between January and March like the middle seat on a long flight. But what if I told you that February deserves more? What if I told you that this inequity in our calendar is a metaphor for so many inequities in life?
The Significance of 29
Let’s consider what an extra day would mean. One more day to dream, to work, to connect with loved ones. One more day to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or even to just breathe and exist. Adding a 29th day every year isn’t just about fairness—it’s about making time inclusive for all months.
In the same way that we fight for justice and equity in society, we must fight for February to have what it deserves: equality in the calendar. Because when we let one month be shortchanged, aren’t we all shortchanged?
Time and Fairness
As the (hopefully soon-to-be-confirmed) Secretary of Time, I am committed to examining these issues and ensuring that time is as equitable as possible. Why should some months have 31 days while February languishes with 28? Is there a better way to distribute time? These are the questions that keep me up at night—not just because I’m waiting for tomorrow to arrive, but because I care deeply about the fairness of today.
A Proposal for the Future
Imagine a world where February always had 29 days. Think about the joy and opportunity it would bring. And why stop there? Maybe we could give every month 30 days and create a bonus month to celebrate the passage of time itself. We could call it Tempora, the Month of Time, and dedicate it to reflection, growth, and gratitude.
Until Tomorrow (or the Next Today)
As we prepare to bid farewell to this unfairly short February, I urge you to think about what time means to you. Is it a resource, a gift, or perhaps something even more profound?
Time, my friends, is ours to shape, to question, and to make fairer for all. Because every second, every minute, and every day matters—even when February only gives us 28.
Until next time, remember: today is today, and yesterday was today, yesterday. Let’s work together to ensure that tomorrow’s today is better than today’s today.
Warmly,
Kamala
