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Khanna had aroused the wrath of the KHive, Harris& #39; extensive, loose-knit and fiercely loyal fanbase, which celebrates and defends the vice president with equal fervor. https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2021-04-08/politicians-dread-sting-khive-fervent-online-fans-of-kamala-harris">https://www.latimes.com/politics/...
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But it’s not all sweetness. Almost any politician, activist or reporter who has questioned Harris has felt the group& #39;s sting.
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