Leadership Statement

 

The leadership of the Stonewall Democratic Club proudly supports the historic candidacy of Kamala Harris for President of the United States. The current executive team unanimously agrees that Vice President Harris is the right choice to carry on the Biden-Harris Administration's agenda of success in 2024 and beyond and plans to present the full membership with a formal endorsement request at the next general membership meeting.

Vice President Harris has demonstrated that she is a strong leader for the party and the country. As California’s Attorney General, she was a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, secured a landmark $20 billion settlement for California homeowners hit by the foreclosure crisis, introduced innovative criminal justice reforms, and was a steadfast advocate for consumers against predatory business practices. As Senator, she was a champion in addressing the urgent climate crisis and a strong advocate for working families, sponsoring and introducing bills like the LIFT Act.

As Vice President, she has been part of the team responsible for the post-COVID recovery, one of the fastest and most equitable on record. Jobs have recovered rapidly, and the current unemployment rate is at near historic lows. Wage growth has outpaced inflation for 13 consecutive months for workers overall, and even longer for nonsupervisory and production employees. There have been three years of record numbers of applications to start new businesses, along with $900 billion in new investments by private sector firms. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act, we have seen record investment in clean energy technologies and infrastructure.

President Biden deserves special recognition. His record of success has been historic. His difficult decision to step aside as the Democratic nominee reflects his profound commitment to public service and civic duty. The humility and grace he has shown in making this decision for the good of the country is truly inspiring, and we are forever grateful for his service.

To that end, we cannot think of a better champion than Vice President Harris to continue the Biden-Harris record of success and move our country forward. The stakes of this election could not be higher, and in Vice President Harris, we have an impressive and historic nominee who has already generated massive grassroots support and excitement. We are eager to work to elect her this November as we strive together for a brighter, better future for all Americans.

Stonewall Democratic Club
https://www.stonewalldems.org/

Special thanks to Nico Brancolini, VP of Political Scrivner in Chief for putting into words the sentiments of our Executive Board.