2016 Presidential Campaign Blog

Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton Across Pennsylvania on Saturday, November 5, 2016

Just Days Before Election Day, Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton Across Pennsylvania

On Saturday, November 5, just days prior to Election Day, Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden, a Willow Grove, Pa., native, will return to Pennsylvania to campaign for Hillary Clinton. At public events in Bucks County and the Pittsburgh area, Vice President Biden and Dr. Biden will lay out their support for Clinton and her vision of an America that is stronger together, with an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top.

With millions of Americans voting in this year's election, the Bidens will urge Pennsylvania voters to visit iwillvote.com to ensure that they have all the information they need to vote on Election Day.

Pennsylvania Democrats Pittsburgh Area GOTV Event with Vice President Biden and Dr. Biden

When: 12:00 PM EDT

Doors Open: 10:00 AM EDT

Where: USW Local 2227 Hall, 1301 Phillip Muray Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122

Pennsylvania Democrats Bucks County GOTV Event with Vice President Biden and Dr. Biden

When: 3:45 PM EDT

Doors Open: 1:45 PM EDT

Where: Warren Snyder-John Girotti Elementary, 450 Beaver Street, Bristol, PA 19007

Public RSVP Link

Vice President Biden to Join Tim Kaine in Virginia on Monday, November 7, 2016 *Updated

Vice President Biden to Join Tim Kaine in Northern Virginia to Urge Virginians to Vote on Eve of Election Day

Joined by Vice President Biden, Dr. Jill Biden and Anne Holton in Fairfax, Kaine to Make His and Clinton's Closing Argument Before Nighttime Hometown Rally in Richmond

At their final rallies before Election Day, Tim Kaine and Anne Holton will return home to campaign in Northern Virginia, joined by Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden, and in Richmond, on Monday, November 7. Kaine will urge Virginians to make history on Tuesday by electing Hillary Clinton president and embracing an America that is stronger together, with an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top. Kaine will also lay out how the divisive and dangerous views espoused by Donald Trump in his campaign make him unqualified, unfit and unworthy to lead this great nation.

With more people voting in this election than any in history, Virginians can visit iwillvote.com to make a plan to vote on Election Day and find important voting information they may need.

GOTV Rally at George Mason University with Vice President Joe Biden, Dr. Jill Biden, Tim Kaine and Anne Holton

When: 8:30 PM EST, Monday, November 7, 2016

Doors Open: 6:00 PM EST

Where: George Mason University, North Plaza (adjacent to the Johnson Center), 4400 University Dr., Fairfax, VA, 22030

Northern Virginia Public RSVP

Richmond GOTV Rally with Tim Kaine and Anne Holton

When: 10:45 PM EST, Monday, November 7, 2016

Doors Open: 7:45 PM EST

Where: Richmond International Airport, Million Air FBO, 400 Portugee Rd, Richmond, VA 23250*

Richmond Public RSVP

*Free Parking is available at Economy Lot A at Richmond International Airport (5543 Eubank Road) and shuttle service to the event site will be provided*

Guests should be prepared to stand outside and dress appropriately for the weather.

 

Vice President Joe Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Madison, Wisconsin on Friday, November 4, 2016 *Updated

UPDATED: Just Days Before Election Day, Vice President Joe Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Wisconsin

On Friday, November 4, just days prior to Election Day, Vice President Joe Biden will campaign for Hillary Clinton in Wisconsin. At a public "Get Out The Early Vote" event in Madison, Vice President Biden will urge Wisconsinites to take advantage of early voting right away and lay out his support for Clinton and her vision of an America that is stronger together, with an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top.

With Early Vote continuing in municipalities across the state, more and more Wisconsinites are expected to vote in this election than any in history. Voters can check their registration status at iwillvote.com.

Madison Early Vote Event with Vice President Joe Biden

Doors Open: 9:00 AM

When: 11:15 AM

Where: Orpheum Theater, 216 State Street, Madison, WI

Public RSVP Here

Vice President Joe Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Pennsylvania on Friday, October 7, 2016

Days Before Pennsylvania Voter Registration Deadline, Vice President Joe Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Bucks County

Vice President Biden to Urge Pennsylvanians to Register By Tuesday, October 11

Four days prior to Pennsylvania's October 11 voter registration deadline, Vice President Joe Biden will campaign for Hillary Clinton in Bucks County. At a public Pennsylvania Democratic Party event on Friday, October 7, Vice President Biden will urge Pennsylvanians to register or check their registration status at IWillVote.com, while discussing his support for Clinton's agenda to build an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top. 

Members of the public interested in attending this event can RSVP here.

Pennsylvania Democrats Voter Registration Event with Vice President Joe Biden

When: 11:30 AM EDT, Friday, October 7

Doors open to public: 9:30 AM EDT

Where: Bucks County Community College, Lower Bucks Campus, 1304 Veteran Hwy, Bristol, PA 19007

Public RSVP Link

Vice President Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Pennsylvania on National Voter Registration Day

Vice President Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Pennsylvania on National Voter Registration Day

On National Voter Registration Day, Tuesday, September 27, Vice President Joe Biden will campaign for Hillary Clinton in Pennsylvania. At a Pennsylvania Democratic Party event in the Philadelphia area, Vice President Biden will urge Pennsylvanians to register to vote ahead of the October 11 deadline and kick off a volunteer voter registration drive. He will also discuss his support for Clinton and share her vision for an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top.

Pennsylvania Democrats Voter Registration Event with Vice President Biden

When: 10:45 AM EDT

Doors open to public: 9:00 AM EDT
Where: Drexel University, Main Building, The Great Court, 3141 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Public RSVP Link

Vice President Biden to Join Tim Kaine in Pittsburgh to Celebrate Working Families On Labor Day, September 5, 2016

Vice President Biden to Join Tim Kaine in Pittsburgh to Celebrate Working Families On Labor Day

On Labor Day, September 5, Vice President Joe Biden will join U.S. Senator Tim Kaine to campaign in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Vice President Biden and Kaine will deliver remarks during the Pittsburgh Labor Day Parade speaking program celebrating the contributions of American workers and organized labor and laying out how Hillary Clinton would build an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top, as president.

Pittsburgh Labor Day Parade Speaking Program

Who: Vice President Joe Biden and U.S. Senator Tim Kaine

When: 9:00 AM EDT

Where: Intersection of 11th Street and Liberty Ave., Downtown Pittsburgh, PA

Vice President Joe Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Ohio on Thursday, September 1, 2016 *Updated

Vice President Biden to Campaign for Hillary Clinton in Ohio on  Thursday, September 1, 2016 *Updated

On Thursday, September 1, Vice President Joe Biden will campaign for Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine in Ohio. At public events in the Mahoning Valley and the Cleveland area, Vice President Biden will lay out the high stakes of November's election and urge Ohioans to support Clinton and her vision for an America that is stronger together, with an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top.

Hillary for Ohio Mahoning Valley Event with Vice President Biden

When: 11:00 AM EDT

Doors open to public: 9:30 AM EDT

Where: UAW 1714, 2121 Salt Springs Rd., Warren, OH 44481

Members of the public interested in attending the Mahoning Valley area event can RSVP here.

Hillary for Ohio Cleveland Area Event with Vice President Biden

When: 5:45 PM EDT

Doors open to public: 3:45 PM EDT

Where: UAW Local 1005 Hall, 5615 Chevrolet Blvd., Parma, OH 44130

Members of the public interested in attending the Cleveland area event can RSVP here.

 

DNCC Announces Third Night Program for Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on Wednesday, July 27, 2016

DNCC Announces Third Night Program for Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on Wednesday, July 27, 2016

PHILADELPHIA - The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) announced the program for the third day of the Democratic National Convention being held in Philadelphia from July 25 to July 28.

In Philadelphia, Democrats are laying out the clear stakes in this election – a choice between building walls and tearing people down or an optimistic unifying vision where everyone has a role to play in building our future.

On Wednesday night, speakers will discuss how Hillary Clinton has the experience and steadiness to bring Americans together to get real results for our families. Her strong leadership will deliver economic results for all Americans and keep us safe. While Donald Trump is in over his head and reckless, Hillary can provide the leadership we need for the country we want to be.

The program is listed below:

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (EDT)
Call to Order
U.S. Representative Marcia Fudge (Ohio)

Invocation
Rev. William Byron
Pledge of Allegiance

Monroe Handy
National Anthem

Sebastien De La Cruz
Vice Presidential Nomination

Remarks
Daniel Driffin
HIV/AIDS Activist from Georgia

Remarks
Neera Tanden
President of the Center for American Progress Action Fund

Remarks
U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (Texas)

Remarks
U.S. Representative Michelle Lujan Grisham (New Mexico)

Remarks
U.S. Representative Eleanor Holmes Norton (District of Columbia)

Remarks
U.S. Representative Adam Schiff (California)

Remarks
U.S. Representative Maxine Waters (California)

Remarks
President of NARAL Ilyse Hogue

Remarks
Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum
Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus
Chair, U.S. Representative Judy Chu (California)

Remarks
Brooks Bell
Brooks is a young female tech entrepreneur from North Carolina

Remarks
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio

In Memoriam  
Introduced by Convention Chair U.S. Representative Marcia Fudge (Ohio)

6:00 - 10:00 PM (EDT)

Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
Chair, U.S. Representative Ben Ray Luján (New Mexico)
Our America Musical Performance

Remarks
Civil Rights Leader Reverend Jesse Jackson

Remarks  
Actress Star Jones

Remarks
Flint Mayor Karen Weaver
Congressional Black Caucus
Chair, U.S. Representative GK Butterfield (NC)

Remarks
President of EMILY's List Stephanie Schriock

Remarks  
Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid (Nevada)

Remarks
California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom

Remarks
U.S. Representative Ruben Gallego (Arizona)

Remarks
Jamie Dorff
Jamie's husband was Patrick Dorff, an Army helicopter pilot from Minnesota who died while on a search and rescue mission in northern Iraq. As a senator, Hillary worked with Republicans and Democrats to increase the gratuity paid to family members of fallen veterans from $12,000 to $100,000.

Remarks
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan

Remarks
Former Governor of Maryland Martin O'Malley

Introduction of Film
Actress Sigourney Weaver

Remarks
California Governor Jerry Brown

Remarks
Director Lee Daniels

Remarks
Christine Leinonen, Brandon Wolf and Jose Arraigada
Christine Leinonen is the mother of Christopher "Drew" Leinonen, who was killed in the Pulse attack in Orlando. Brandon Wolf and Jose Arraigada are survivors of the attack at the nightclub in Orlando.

Remarks
U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (Connecticut)

Remarks
Erica Smegielski
Erica's mother Dawn was the principal of Sandy Hook Elementary and was killed while trying to protect her students. Since then, Erica has become an outspoken advocate for commonsense gun violence prevention measures.

Remarks
Former Philadelphia Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey
 
Remarks
Actress Angela Bassett

Remarks  
Felicia Sanders & Polly Sheppard
Felicia and Polly are two of the three survivors of the Mother Emanuel Church shooting in Charleston, SC.

Remarks
Gabby Giffords & Mark Kelly

Musical Performance

Remarks
Rear Admiral John Hutson (Ret. USN)

Remarks
Kristen Kavanaugh  
Kristen Kavanaugh is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and a former Marine Corps Captain who deployed to Iraq. She later co-founded the Military Acceptance Project, a California-based social justice organization dedicated to promoting acceptance of marginalized populations within the military.

Remarks
Former Congressman and Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta

Remarks
U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (Ohio)

Introduction of Speaker
Dr. Jill Biden

Remarks
Vice President Joe Biden

Remarks
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed

Remarks
Michael Bloomberg

Musical Performance
Lenny Kravitz

10:00 - 11:00 PM (EDT)

Remarks
Democratic Nominee for Vice President Tim Kaine

Introduction of Film
Sharon Belkofer  
Sharon Belkofer is the mother of fallen Lt. Col. Thomas Belkofer. Her son was killed when a suicide bomber detonated a minibus in a convoy carrying Belkofer and three other high-ranking officers in Kabul, Afghanistan.
 
Remarks
President Barack Obama

Benediction
Rev. Gabriel Salguero

Vice President Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton to Campaign in Pennsylvania on Monday, August 15, 2016 *Updated

Vice President Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton to Campaign in Pennsylvania on Monday, August 15, 2016 *Updated

Vice President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton will campaign in Pennsylvania on Monday, August 15. At their rescheduled Pennsylvania Democratic Party event in Scranton, Clinton and Vice President Biden will discuss their shared commitment to building an America that is stronger together and an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top. 

Members of the public interested in attending this event should RSVP here.

Pennsylvania Democratic Party Event with Hillary Clinton and Vice President Joe Biden
When: 12:45 PM EDT, Monday, August 15, 2016
Doors open to the public at 10:45 AM EDT.
Where: Riverfront Sports, 5 West Olive Street, Scranton, PA 18508

Vice President Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton to Campaign in Scranton, Pennsylvania on Friday, July 8, 2016 *Postponed

Vice President Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton to Campaign in Scranton, Pennsylvania on Friday, July 8, 2016 *Postponed

Vice President Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton to Campaign in Pennsylvania on Monday, August 15, 2016 *Updated

Vice President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton will campaign in Pennsylvania on Monday, August 15. At their rescheduled Pennsylvania Democratic Party event in Scranton, Clinton and Vice President Biden will discuss their shared commitment to building an America that is stronger together and an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top. 

Members of the public interested in attending this event should RSVP here.

Pennsylvania Democratic Party Event with Hillary Clinton and Vice President Joe Biden
When: 12:45 PM EDT, Monday, August 15, 2016
Doors open to the public at 10:45 AM EDT.
Where: Riverfront Sports, 5 West Olive Street, Scranton, PA 18508

Vice President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton will campaign in Pennsylvania on Friday, July 8. In a visit to the Scranton area for a Pennsylvania Democratic Party event, Clinton and Vice President Biden will discuss their shared commitment to building an America that is stronger together and an economy that works for everyone, not just those at the top.

Vice President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton Campaign in Scranton
When: 12:00 PM EDT, Friday, July 8, 2016
Doors open at 10:00 AM EDT.
Where: Riverfront Sports, 5 West Olive Street, Scranton, PA 18508

Members of the public interested in attending this event should RSVP here.

July 8 Scranton, Pennsylvania Event Postponed

Due to the tragic events in Dallas, the July 8 Hillary for America campaign event with Vice President Biden will be postponed.  

Details on rescheduling the event will be provided as soon as possible.