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California Attorney General Xavier Becerra Endorses Joe Biden

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra Endorses Joe Biden

Today, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

"I ask every American to join me in supporting Joe Biden for President. We need a leader in the White House who is not only committed to fighting for hard working Americans, but knows how to govern and uphold the rule of law. Vice President Biden is a man of experience, knowledge, and grit — traits sorely missed in today’s world of unprecedented challenge.

“A President Joe Biden will leave no doubt that he will tackle the festering shortcomings that have prolonged today's public health crisis. He will heed facts and science. He will faithfully execute the law. He will lead by example, not presumption. And he will put Americans back to work safely and ensure our nation bounces back.

“I served with Vice President Biden. I worked with him. I know first-hand his commitment and ethic to serve and defend every American.

“This is 2020, not 1920. It’s time for every American to have health security. It’s time for a leader who knows how to put America back to work safely. It’s time for a President who has earned the respect of the American people and their confidence. It’s time for Joe Biden as President.”

Xavier Becerra serves as the Attorney General of California. Sworn in in 2017, Becerra became the first Latino to serve that role. Prior to serving as Attorney General, Becerra represented Los Angeles in the U.S. House of Representatives for 12 terms, including 10 years as a U.S. House leader. Attorney General Becerra has sued Donald Trump more than 80 times to stand up for working families and currently leads the fight to protect the Affordable Care Act before the Supreme Court, joined by a coalition of 20 states and D.C. as 18 Republican states and the Trump Administration attempt to destroy the law in its entirety. Additionally, he leads the multistate coalition that's fighting to protect DACA before the Supreme Court.

Becerra also joins a strong list of California leaders backing Biden, including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senator Kamala Harris, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Governor Gavin Newsom, and Representatives Ami Bera, Karen Bass, Peter Aguilar, Tony Cardenas, Gil Cisneros, Doris Matsui, Lou Correa, Jim Costa, John Garamendi, Jared Huffman, Jerry McNerney, Scott Peters, Katie Porter, Harley Roua, Lucille Roybal-Allard, Raul Ruiz, Brad Sherman, Jackie Spier, Juan Vargas, Adam Schiff, Ted Lieu, Julia Brownley, Mike Levin, Barbara Lee, Ro Khanna, and Josh Harder.

Nationally, Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,500 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Endorses Joe Biden

California Governor Gavin Newsom Endorses Joe Biden 

Yesterday, during a virtual event with Biden for President, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced his endorsement of Joe Biden for President of the United States.

“I'm so honored to be here with you and supporting your presidency. You get it, and you've gotten it done over the course of decades. You've been on the frontlines of fighting against poverty, ignorance, and disease. You have a deep compassion and empathy, you see the world from other people's eyes. You’re willing to reach out to people — never talk down to people, regardless of their political stripes regardless, their lot in life,” said Governor Gavin Newsom at an event with Vice President Biden. “That's about character. It's about decency. It's about honor. And you're ultimately about bringing people together and uniting this nation. We are desperate, in this moment in time, for that healing - for that leadership, that stewardship, that sense of hopefulness. I'm enlivened by your candidacy. I'm proud of your service as we all are. This is a unique moment in time and unique moment in our history, and we're uniquely grateful to you. I just couldn't be more proud of you, and the prospect of your presidency.”

Governor Newsom’s endorsement builds on the wide support for Joe Biden in California. Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,500 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

 

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi Endorses Joe Biden for President

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi Endorses Joe Biden for President
Speaker Pelosi is the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House

Today, in a video message, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi endorsed Joe Biden for President of the United States. In the video, she cited his ability to “get the job done” and referenced his record of leadership, including leading the implementation of the Recovery Act, helping pass the Affordable Care Act, and serving as a voice of reason and resilience as we face coronavirus.

“When our nation faced the Great Recession, it was Joe Biden who led the implementation – and the accountability – of the Recovery Act, helping create and save millions of jobs. When the Democratic Congress was passing the Affordable Care Act, Joe Biden was a partner for progress in the White House and also championed the Cancer Moonshot. When the Trump Administration launched its campaign to destroy every last benefit and protection of the ACA, Joe Biden has been with us every step of the way to protect Americans’ quality, affordable health care. And as we face coronavirus, Joe has been a voice of reason and resilience, with a clear path to lead us out of this crisis,” said Speaker Pelosi.

“Elections are about the future. Now more than ever, we need a forward-looking, battle-tested leader who will fight For The People: a President with the values, experience and the strategic thinking to bring our nation together and build a better, fairer world for our children. For these and other reasons, I am proud to endorse Joe Biden for President: a leader who is the personification of hope and courage, values, authenticity, and integrity.”

The full transcript of Speaker Pelosi’s video is below.

Nancy Pelosi is the 52nd Speaker of the House of Representatives and the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House. Speaker Pelosi was the architect of the landmark Affordable Care Act and worked in tandem with the Obama-Biden Administration to secure its passage. Speaker Pelosi also led the House passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Throughout her career, Speaker Pelosi has played a critical role advancing key Democratic priorities.

Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,500 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

Full Transcript of Speaker Pelosi’s Video Endorsing Joe Biden:

Today, I am proud to endorse Joe Biden for President of the United States because he will be an extraordinary President.

He knows how to get the job done.

When our nation faced the Great Recession, it was Joe Biden who led the implementation – and the accountability – of the Recovery Act, helping create and save millions of jobs.

When the Democratic Congress was passing the Affordable Care Act, Joe Biden was a partner for progress in the White House and also championed the Cancer Moonshot.

When the Trump Administration launched its campaign to destroy every last benefit and protection of the ACA, Joe Biden has been with us every step of the way to protect Americans’ quality, affordable health care.

And as we face coronavirus, Joe has been a voice of reason and resilience, with a clear path to lead us out of this crisis.

Together, Joe and Jill Biden have taken their experience as a Blue Star Family to help ensure that servicemembers, military families and veterans have their service respected, the support that they need, and the benefits they have earned.

I want to tell you about the Joe Biden I’ve seen with the parents of victims of gun violence – listening and offering them the empathy, grace and courage that he can give as someone with the terrible understanding of a father who has lost children of his own.

I want to tell you about the Joe Biden I’ve seen working behind the scenes hammering out solutions for the American people – a leader with the humility to seek expertise and science, and the confidence to act upon it.

And I’ve seen the pride that Joe took in President Obama and the deep respect that President Obama has for him.

Joe Biden brings values and integrity to work every day: because he never forgets his roots.

Joe Biden connects with the struggles facing working families. As a child, his father was laid off and his family was plunged into uncertainty.

And that is why for Joe, the families around the kitchen table who don’t know how they’re going to pay the bills, afford the health care of a loved one, or care for their children and seniors – those families always come first.

Elections are about the future. Now more than ever, we need a forward-looking, battle-tested leader who will fight For The People: a President with the values, experience and the strategic thinking to bring our nation together and build a better, fairer world for our children.

For these and other reasons, I am proud to endorse Joe Biden for President: a leader who is the personification of hope and courage, values, authenticity, and integrity.

With so much at stake, we need the enthusiasm, invigoration and participation of all Americans – up and down the ballot, and across the country.

With a Democratic majority in the House and Senate, we will deliver bold progress For The People – when we have President Joe Biden in the White House.

So please join me in supporting Joe and help move America forward.

California Congressman Josh Harder Endorses Joe Biden

California Congressman Josh Harder Endorses Joe Biden

Yesterday, California Congressman Josh Harder released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

“Joe Biden has the experience, the temperament, and the priorities we need in the next President of the United States. I’m proud to endorse him. Joe was instrumental in the effort to reform our broken health care system and ensure people with preexisting conditions can get access to health care coverage. Without his efforts, nearly 100,000 people in my Central Valley district wouldn’t have health care right now.

“But there’s more work to do on health care - and Vice President Biden understands that. I look forward to working alongside him to protect the progress we’ve made on health care while also working to cut costs and expand coverage to everyone.”

Harder was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 2018. He serves on the Committee on Agriculture and the Committee on Education and Labor.

Harder’s endorsement builds on the wide support for Joe Biden in California, which includes prominent leaders like Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Los Angeles County Supervisor and former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congressman Tony Cárdenas, Congressman Ami Bera, Congressman John Garamendi, Congressman Lou Correa, Congressman Jerry McNerney, Congressman Harley Rouda, Congressman Brad Sherman, Congresswoman Jackie Speier, Congressman Jared Huffman, Congressman Adam Schiff, Congressman Ted Lieu, Congressman Mike Levin, Congresswoman Julia Brownley and numerous others.

Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,500 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

California Members of Congress Ted Lieu, Julia Brownley, and Mike Levin Endorse Joe Biden

California Members of Congress Ted Lieu, Julia Brownley, and Mike Levin Endorse Joe Biden

This week, California Members of Congress Ted Lieu, Julia Brownley, and Mike Levin released the following statements endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

“The greatest long-term threat to climate change laws, universal health care, and numerous other progressive policies is an ultra conservative Supreme Court,” said Congressman Ted Lieu. “The greatest short-term threat is Donald Trump. This is why we need to rally around our amazing candidate, Joe Biden.”

“There is no doubt that the American people need a leader who represents their values. Those values include lifting up the middle class, fighting to make sure we all have affordable, quality healthcare, taking on climate change, strengthening civil rights, reducing the unbearable weight of student loan debt, and especially important to me, supporting our nation’s veterans,” said Congresswoman Julia Brownley. “But we also need a leader who has the experience and strength of character to steer us through difficult times, by being honest with the American people and always putting their interests and well-being first. I enthusiastically endorse Joe Biden for President because he’s the leader the country needs, now more than ever.”

“Great leaders are forged in times of crisis. Today, America faces a crisis that has taken the lives and health of tens of thousands and has jeopardized the security of millions. The current occupant of the White House has profoundly and utterly failed that test of leadership. We desperately need change,” said Congressman Mike Levin. “Time and time again Joe Biden has risen to the challenges we face as a nation. I have immense confidence in his integrity and effectiveness. Joe Biden will bring us together, for a more united, just and decent America. I am proud to endorse him to be our next President and pledge to do all in my power to ensure, not only his election, but the future of our country."

These endorsements build on the wide support for Joe Biden in California, which includes prominent leaders like Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Los Angeles County Supervisor and former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congressman Tony Cárdenas, Congressman Ami Bera, Congressman John Garamendi, Congressman Lou Correa, Congressman Jerry McNerney, Congressman Harley Rouda, Congressman Brad Sherman, Congresswoman Jackie Speier, Congressman Jared Huffman, Congressman Adam Schiff, and numerous others.

Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,500 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

California Congressman Adam Schiff Endorses Joe Biden for President

California Congressman Adam Schiff Endorses Joe Biden for President

Today, California Congressman Adam Schiff released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

“As we face a global pandemic with increasingly severe economic and public health implications, it is more important than ever that we have a President who places the interests of the American people first and knows how to lead. Someone with experience, great competence and compassion. Someone who will bring together the best minds and apply the best science. Someone like Joe Biden.

“I’ve known Joe for over two decades. He knows how to tackle big problems, how to unite people and inspire the best in all of us. He is ethical and compassionate, hard working and methodical. And he has exactly the right experience to help America and the rest of the world overcome this pandemic and lead us to prosperity.

“At this moment in time, when so much depends upon the vision and judgment of our nation’s leadership, Joe Biden is uniquely qualified to step into the Presidency and lead us out of this crisis and to a promising future. We need Joe in the White House and I will be doing all I can to make sure he is successful.”

Schiff has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2001 and is currently the Chair of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Schiff also served as a House Manager for the Senate impeachment trial of President Trump. Prior to serving in Congress he served in the California State Senate.

Schiff’s endorsement builds on the wide support for Joe Biden in California, which includes prominent leaders like Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Los Angeles County Supervisor and former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congressman Tony Cárdenas, Congressman Ami Bera, Congressman John Garamendi, Congressman Lou Correa, Congressman Jerry McNerney, Congressman Harley Rouda, Congressman Brad Sherman, Congresswoman Jackie Speier, Congressman Jared Huffman, and numerous others.

Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,500 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

California Congressman Jared Huffman Endorses Joe Biden For President

California Congressman Jared Huffman Endorses Joe Biden For President

Today, California Congressman Jared Huffman released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

“In these trying times our country needs a President who will do three things: one, make thoughtful, science-based policy decisions; two, restore basic honesty and decency to the Presidency; and three, work to unify our divided nation.

“On day one, Joe will get to work advancing an ambitious, progressive agenda. Unlike the current President, Joe will make decisions based on the interests of hard working American families -- not powerful special interests, personal wealth, or a fragile ego. Joe will appoint diverse, dedicated, highly qualified people to lead every federal agency and restore America’s faith in the competence and integrity of our government. And in the face of any crisis, Joe’s unique combination of experience and humanity will see us through.

“Having served in Congress during the Obama-Biden administration, I’ve seen up close Joe’s tenacity and effectiveness in tackling big issues. We need that kind of leadership to confront a number of challenges, none more important than climate change. Joe understands the urgency of our climate crisis and will quickly restore America’s credibility and stature as a global climate leader. His climate plan, consistent with the Green New Deal, provides a solid framework for taking the necessary steps to meet the moral, environmental and economic imperative of reversing global warming, while creating good jobs and seizing the economic upside of leading the world in clean energy and other climate solutions.

“For all these reasons, I’m proud to endorse Joe Biden for President.”

Huffman has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2013 and serves on the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, the Committee on Natural Resources, and the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis. In the House, he chairs the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife, and is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Prior to serving in Congress he served in the California State Assembly.

Huffman’s endorsement builds on the wide support for Joe Biden in California, which includes prominent leaders like Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Los Angeles County Supervisor and former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congressman Tony Cárdenas, Congressman Ami Bera, Congressman John Garamendi, Congressman Lou Correa, Congressman Jerry McNerney, Congressman Harley Rouda, Congressman Brad Sherman, Congresswoman Jackie Speier and numerous others.

Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,500 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

California Congressman Raul Ruiz Endorses Joe Biden For President

California Congressman Raul Ruiz Endorses Joe Biden For President

Earlier this week on MSNBC, California Congressman Raul Ruiz announced his endorsement of Joe Biden for President of the United States:

“It’s very important that we look out for each other. Our constituents, the residents who live here are very anxious. They’re anxious because there is no leadership from the White House with consistent messaging. They are contradicting the scientists and that needs to end,” said Congressman Ruiz. “Look at the difference between President Trump’s press conference and Vice President Biden’s press conference and their plans and their demeanor and straightforwardness with the American people. That’s why in fact I’ve decided to endorse Vice President Joe Biden for the Presidency.”

Ruiz has served in Congress since 2013 and represents California’s 36th Congressional District. He serves on the United States House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Prior to his election, Ruiz was an emergency room physician.

Ruiz’s endorsement builds on the wide support for Joe Biden in California, which includes prominent leaders like Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Los Angeles County Supervisor and former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congressman Tony Cárdenas, Congressman Ami Bera, Congressman John Garamendi, Congressman Lou Correa, Congressman Jerry McNerney, Congressman Harley Rouda, Congresswoman Jackie Speier, Congressman Brad Sherman and numerous others.

Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,100 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

California Congressman Brad Sherman Endorses Joe Biden For President

California Congressman Brad Sherman Endorses Joe Biden For President

Today, California Congressman Brad Sherman released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

“Serving in Congress has given me a front row seat to Joe Biden’s ability to bring about real and tangible solutions for working families across the country. I saw up close how he helped make the goals of the Obama-Biden administration a reality. Things like the Affordable Care Act, the Recovery and Reinvestment, and the Paris Climate Accords. His experience sets him apart and I know on day one Joe will immediately get to work to improve the lives of working families and restore our standing on the international stage. His leadership and wisdom will unite and heal this country.

“Having served over 23 years on the Foreign Affairs Committee, I know that Joe Biden will have Israel’s back. He will work tirelessly for a safe and secure Israel, living in peace with its Palestinian neighbors. I’m proud to endorse Joe Biden for President.”

Sherman has served in the U.S. House of Representatives since 1997 and serves on the Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and Committee on Science, Space and Technology.

Sherman’s endorsement builds on the wide support for Joe Biden in California, which includes prominent leaders like Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Los Angeles County Supervisor and former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congressman Tony Cárdenas, Congressman Ami Bera, Congressman John Garamendi, Congressman Lou Correa, Congressman Jerry McNerney, Congressman Harley Rouda, Congresswoman Jackie Speier and countless others.

Biden for President has previously announced more than 2,100 endorsements from national, state, and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, community leaders, and national security professionals.

Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn Endorses Joe Biden for President

Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn Endorses Joe Biden for President

Today, Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:

“Joe Biden is a leader who can unify and heal our country at this unique moment in history. From delivering on the Affordable Care Act and Recovery and Reinvestment Act to helping negotiate the Paris Climate Accords -- Joe Biden has delivered for working families across California and the country. While in Congress, I saw firsthand his unique ability to bring people together to solve problems. That’s why I know Joe will bring level headedness, decency, stability and common sense back to our government. As President I know he’ll get to work on day one and get our country back on track. I’m proud to endorse Joe Biden for President.”

Hahn has served on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors since 2016. Prior to that she served in the United States House of Representatives from 2011 to 2016 and the Los Angeles City Council from 2001 to 2011.

Hahn’s endorsement builds on the wide support for Joe Biden in California, which includes prominent leaders like Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steingberg, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Los Angeles County Supervisor and former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congressman Tony Cárdenas, Congressman Ami Bera, Congressman John Garamendi, Congressman Lou Correa, Congressman Jerry McNerney, and more than 50 others.

Biden for President has announced more than 1,500 endorsements from national, state and local leaders, including current and former U.S. senators and representatives, governors, state elected officials, and community leaders.