2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Joe Biden for President Recognizes Campaign Organizers as Members of Teamsters Local 238

Joe Biden for President Recognizes Campaign Organizers as Members of Teamsters Local 238

Today, Biden for President has announced that the campaign has recognized Teamsters Local 238 as the bargaining agent for the campaign’s field organizers.

Statement from Biden for President Campaign Manager Greg Schultz:

“Joe Biden has fought for the dignity and respect of working people his entire career and we are proud to be a campaign that puts his values into action — including a $15 minimum wage, paid family leave, and of course the right of workers to organize. We look forward to working with our field organizers, as the newest members of Teamsters Local 238, who are helping power this campaign to victory."

Amy Klobuchar Returns to New Hampshire on Tuesday, December 3, 2019

Amy Klobuchar Returns to New Hampshire on Tuesday for 19th Visit to State

MANCHESTER, NH — Senator Amy Klobuchar will be back in the Granite State on December 3rd to participate in a Results for America panel discussion and host a campaign town hall in addition to a meet and greet. This is the Senator’s 19th trip to New Hampshire.

Tuesday, December 3rd:

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Results for America Panel Discussion
WHEN: Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019, 10:30 AM
WHERE: UNH Law School, 2 White Street, Concord, NH 03301

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Milford Meet and Greet
WHEN: Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019, 1:00 PM
WHERE: Coworking House, 52 Nashua Street, Milford, NH 03055 https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/164856/

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Portsmouth Town Hall
WHEN: Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019, 4:00 PM
WHERE: 3S Artspace 319 Vaughan St, Portsmouth, NH 03801 https://www.mobilize.us/amyklobuchar/event/164858/

California Congressman John Garamendi Endorses Joe Biden for President

California Congressman John Garamendi Endorses Joe Biden for President

Today, Congressman John Garamendi (CA-03) released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

“I believe people are elected to office in order to deliver results for their constituents. Our current president has repeatedly demonstrated that he is bent on advancing his own personal political interests at the cost of our national security. We are not only in a battle for the soul of the nation, but we need to restore the dignity and integrity of the executive branch by putting a president in office who has the moral fiber to lead this nation forward.

“Joe Biden’s record speaks for itself — he hasn’t just spoken out, he’s gotten things done. From day one, I know that Joe Biden will work to re-establish the United States’ position on the global stage and is the best candidate to step in and serve as Commander in Chief. As former Lieutenant Governor of California, the support that Joe Biden has received from within the state is well-deserved and characteristic of the broad coalition he has built. I will work to ensure that Californians know that Joe Biden is not only the best for the nation, but the best for California. That is why I am proudly endorsing Joe Biden for president.”

Garamendi is the 20th member of the U.S. Congress to endorse Biden, who has built the broadest and most diverse coalition in the presidential race to date. Biden for President has announced more than 775 endorsements from national, state and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, national security leaders, and community leaders.

Marianne Williamson Returns to Iowa on November 30 and December 1, 2019

Marianne Williamson Returns to the Hawkeye State as Part of a Post Thanksgiving Swing

Des Moines, IA – Democratic Presidential Candidate, best selling author, and activist, Marianne Williamson returns to the Hawkeye State this weekend and will make campaign appearances in Dubuque and Iowa City.

Ms. Williamson will be holding three events in Dubuque on Saturday, November 30th and will continue her campaign swing in Iowa City on Sunday, December 1. While in Iowa City, Miss Williamson will take time to participate in the World Aids Day Event.

Campaign Schedule

Saturday, November 30th

1:00PM - 2:30PM CT - A Conversation on Love, Dignity, and Politics
Body and Soul Wellness Center
2728 Asbury Rd #777, Dubuque, IA 52001

3:30PM - 5:00PM CT - A Townhall Meeting on Peace and Politics
Steeple Square Community Events Center
101 East 15th Street, Dubuque, IA 52004

6:30PM - 8:00PM CT - What Inspires Marianne Williamson?
Inspire Cafe
955 Washington St #105, Dubuque, IA 52001

Sunday, December 1st

2:00PM - 3:30PM - Heartland Yoga
221 East College Street Suite 213
Plaza Towers 2nd floor, Iowa City, IA 52240

5:00PM - 6:00PM CT - World Aids Day Event
University of Iowa - Iowa Memorial Union, 2nd floor ballroom
125 Madison St, Iowa City, IA 52242

Tulsi Gabbard Visits New Hampshire on December 1-2, 2019

Tulsi Gabbard to Attend “Light-up Laconia” Holiday Parade, House Parties in New Hampshire

MANCHESTER, N.H. — Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard (U.S. Rep, Hawaii) will be walking with supporters in the “Light-up Laconia” Holiday Parade and attending house parties in Gilford and Amherst.

At the house parties, Tulsi will share her vision of ushering in a 21st century of peace, human dignity and true equality.

DETAILS

Public Schedule for Sunday, December 1, 2019

Laconia Parade
“Light-up Laconia” Holiday Parade
and Tree Lighting Ceremony
4:30pm – 6pm
Opechee Park
915 N. Main Street

Gilford House Party
At the home of Donnie and Alycia Harpell
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
43 High View Circle
Gilford, NH 03249

Public Schedule for Monday, December 2, 2019

Amherst House Party
At the home of Brian Cullen and June Schmunk
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
7 Parker Farm Ln.
Amherst, NH 03031

Kamala Harris To Campaign in Iowa on December 6-9, 2019

Kamala Harris To Campaign in Iowa on December 6-9, 2019

After spending six days in Iowa over Thanksgiving week, Harris will return to Iowa on Friday, December 6 through Monday, December 9 for events across the state. On Friday and Saturday, Harris will hold events in the Cedar Rapids area ahead of participating in a forum hosted by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT). On Sunday, Harris will participate in KCCI’s Undecided Voter Conversation, that will air on Thursday, December 12, before hosting a holiday party with members of the Indian-American community at the home of newly elected Johnston city councilmember Suresh Reddy. This continues Senator Harris' campaigning amongst communities of color in Iowa, including with events over Thanksgiving. In August, Harris received the highly sought-after endorsement of the Asian and Latino Coalition.

Throughout the visit Harris will discuss her record of fighting for justice for all Americans, and her plans as President to fight for economic justice, reproductive justice, and health care justice, among others. As Harris has said across Iowa this month, justice is on the ballot in 2020. Harris will continue meeting with Iowans in small groups as the campaign locks in support and the precinct-level leadership necessary on caucus night. Earlier this month at the Liberty and Justice Celebration the Harris campaign was praised for having one of the largest and loudest presences, highlighting a strong organization.

Additional Details to be Announced.

Julián Castro Returns to Los Angeles and San Francisco, California on December 2-5, 2019 *Updated

Julián Castro Returns to Los Angeles and San Francisco, California on December 2-5, 2019 *Updated

SAN ANTONIO, TX (December 1, 2019) – On Monday, December 2, 2019, presidential candidate, former Obama Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Mayor of San Antonio, Texas, Julián Castro will return to Los Angeles and San Francisco, California for various campaign events.

On Monday, December 2, Secretary Castro will speak to a classroom of political science students at East Los Angeles College about government, politics, policy, and public service.

On Tuesday, December 3, Secretary Castro will join members of Black Lives Matter at a press conference calling for accountability for the officers involved in the shooting of Grechario Mack. He will then attend a roundtable on veterans' homelessness and visit East Los Angeles College, and will join supporters in Los Angeles at a lunch reception.

On Thursday, December 5, Secretary Castro will deliver a foreign policy speech at his alma mater, Stanford University, and will attend a reception with supporters in San Francisco.

Monday, December 2, 2019 - Los Angeles

EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE VISIT
WHAT: Secretary Castro will visit an East Los Angeles College class

WHERE: East Los Angeles College, ELAC Building F7-219, 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park, CA 91754, USA

WHEN: Monday, December 2, 2019 - 3:15 PM PST - 4:30 PM PST

WHO: Secretary Castro, Professor Felipe Agredano-Lozano, and students from East Los Angeles College

Tuesday, December 3, 2019 - Los Angeles

BLACK LIVES MATTER PRESS CONFERENCE AT LAPD HEADQUARTERS
WHAT: Secretary Castro will join members of Black Lives Matter at a press conference calling for accountability for the officers involved in the shooting of Grechario Mack. They will also discuss possible policing reforms such as police alternatives to prevent these incidents.

WHERE: Los Angeles Police Headquarters, 100 West First St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

WHEN: Tuesday, December 3, 2019 - 9:00AM PST - 10:00AM PST

WHO: Secretary Castro, Matter Quintus Moore - father of Grechario Mack, Catherine Walker - mother of Grechario Mack, Patrisse Cullors - co-founder, Black Lives Matter Global Network, Melina Abdullah - co-founder, Black Lives Matter - Los Angeles

ROSSLYN VETERANS HOMELESSNESS ROUNDTABLE
WHAT: Secretary Castro will meet with formerly homeless veterans who received HUD-funded vouchers.

WHERE: Rosslyn Hotel, 112 W 5th St., Los Angeles, CA 90013

WHEN: Tuesday, December 2, 2019 - 2:30 pm PST - 3:30 pm PST

WHO: Secretary Castro will meet with members from RSO Housing and formerly homeless veterans

LOS ANGELES LUNCH RECEPTION
WHAT: Secretary Castro will speak at a lunch reception and fundraiser with supporters in Los Angeles

WHERE: 1842 E 1st St., Los Angeles, CA 90033

WHEN: Tuesday, December 3, 2019 - 11:00AM PST - 1:00PM PST

WHO: Secretary Castro and Los Angeles Supporters

Thursday, December 5, 2019

STANFORD FOREIGN POLICY SPEECH
WHAT: Secretary Castro will deliver a foreign policy speech at his alma mater, Stanford University

WHERE: Stanford University, exact location to be confirmed in separate email

WHEN: Thursday, December 5, 2019 - 9:30 am PST - 11:00am PST

WHO: Secretary Castro and Stanford students (the event is open press but not open to the public)

SAN FRANCISCO RECEPTION
WHAT: Secretary Castro will speak at a lunch reception and fundraiser with supporters in San Francisco

WHERE: Manny's - 3092 16th St., San Francisco, CA 94103

WHEN: Thursday, December 5, 2019 - 5:00 pm PST - 6:30 pm PST

WHO: Secretary Castro and San Francisco supporters

Deval Patrick Returns to New Hampshire on Saturday, November 30, 2019

Deval Patrick Returns to New Hampshire on Saturday, November 30, 2019

DUBLIN, N.H. — On Saturday, November 30, Governor Patrick will return to New Hampshire to spend the day meeting ‘First in the Nation’ voters. This will be his third trip to New Hampshire since he began his campaign in the Concord nearly two weeks ago.
In the afternoon, Governor Patrick will attend a house party hosted by supporters in Dublin.

Saturday, November 30, 2019
WHAT: House Party in Dublin
WHEN: 4:30 PM ET
WHERE: 20 Frothingham Road, Dublin, NH

DNC Rejects Boston Globe Poll, Poll has Tulsi Gabbard at 6%

DNC Rejects Boston Globe Poll, Poll has Tulsi Gabbard at 6%

MANCHESTER, N.H. — Without explanation or reasoning, the DNC has refused to recognize the latest Suffolk University Poll from the Boston Globe, which has Representative Tulsi Gabbard at 6%. Representative Gabbard needs one more poll at 4% in order to qualify for the debate, and this poll would have assured her of a place on the debate stage.

The DNC has recognized the Suffolk University pollster as a qualifying polling firm when they carried out a poll for USA Today. But, without explanation, the DNC refuses to recognize the exact same pollster for New Hampshire. The Boston Globe is one of New Hampshire’s largest circulation newspapers and for the DNC to ignore the Boston Globe as a media outlet ignores the people of New Hampshire.

Tulsi Gabbard’s campaign responded to the DNC’s refusal to recognize the Boston Globe’s Suffolk University Poll:

“Again, this is another example of the DNC being arbitrary and inconsistent. New Hampshire is the first in the nation presidential primary, but the DNC has not shown its voters the respect they deserve,” Rep. Gabbard said. “The Boston Globe is the largest newspaper in New Hampshire. The pollster the Globe uses is recognized by the DNC for other media outlets, there is no reason the DNC should not recognize this Boston Globe poll, other than adherence to a subjective, non-transparent process where party elites try to dictate to the primary voters.

Our campaign is building momentum in New Hampshire and across the country because we are running an independent-minded, people powered campaign focused on ending regime wars, the new Cold War and arms race and reinvesting in the needs of the American people. Whether it is on the debate stage or a town hall in New Hampshire, our campaign will continue speaking out so we can usher in a 21st century of peace, prosperity and national renewal, and a government that is truly of, by and for the people.”

The Gabbard campaign has already obtained three “DNC qualifying polls” and the required 200,000 individual donors to qualify for the December debate. The Boston Globe/Suffolk University poll would qualify Gabbard for the debate stage if the DNC agrees to reverse its decision.

Statement from Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden on Thanksgiving

Statement from Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden on Thanksgiving

This year, we are thinking about all those individuals who make our lives better every day: Those who educate our children. Those families who serve our country through military service. Those who take care of our ailing loved ones. Those who build our bridges, repair our roofs, and keep our water safe and drinkable. Those who race into burning buildings, grow our food, transport and stock the shelves in our grocery stores, build our cars, and make our streets safe and clean.

Many of these Americans are spending today at work, away from their loved ones. So we are especially aware of their sacrifice.

Our campaign is about restoring the soul of America by recognizing that our differences are precious and our similarities infinite.

This Thanksgiving, let’s come together, declare who we are, and lift up each other. And it starts with saying thank you.

Happy Thanksgiving.