2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Julián Castro Travels to Northern California on Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17, 2019

Julián Castro to Strike Alongside University Professionals At University of California, San Francisco
Secretary Castro will participate in CWA union strike on Thursday and a Bay Area town hall on Friday

SAN ANTONIO, TX (Tuesday, May 14, 2019) – On Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17, presidential candidate and former U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary under President Obama and San Antonio Mayor, Julián Castro, will travel to Northern California to participate in a union strike at the University of California, San Francisco on Thursday, May 16, and a Bay Area town hall on May 17.

On Thursday, May 16, Secretary Castro will join an Unfair Labor Practice strike picket line being held by the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE) of the Communications Workers of America (CWA) at the University of California, San Francisco. Secretary Castro will deliver remarks to picketers as part of a strike being coordinated across the University of California system to protest the outsourcing of university jobs. On Friday, May 17, Secretary Castro will participate in a town hall with Santa Clara University students, faculty, and employees from Bay Area tech companies.

Secretary Castro's trip to Northern California follows the release of his 'People First Education' plan—a sweeping new approach to education that would reshape public education from pre-kindergarten through college. Secretary Castro’s People First Education plan calls for, among other tenets, universal pre-kindergarten for three- and four-year-olds nationwide; substantial federal investment to combat teacher attrition, shortages and chronic underpayment; comprehensive student loan debt reform to address the $1.5 trillion student loan debt crisis and ensure no student pays more than their income allows; and tuition-free college, university, community college, and technical and vocational education. The plan also includes specific policies aimed at mitigating persistent and stark disparities in both access and achievement experienced by students of color.

Thursday, May 16, 2019

UPTE-CWA Unfair Labor Practice Strike

WHAT: UPTE-CWA Unfair Labor Practice Strike

WHERE:

1825 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94158

WHEN:

Thursday, May 16, 2019

Secretary Castro participation - 12:30pm - 2:00pm PT

WHO:

Secretary Castro will join unions representing close to 40,000 Health Care Professionals, Service and Patient Care as well as Research staff at the University of California.

Friday, May 17, 2019

Bay Area Town Hall

WHAT: Bay Area Town Hall

WHERE:

Santa Clara University
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95053

WHEN: Friday, May 17, 2019 - 11:00am - 12:00am PT

WHO: Secretary Castro will join Santa Clara University students, faculty, and employees from Silicon Valley Leadership Group member companies.

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

Governor Steve Bullock Launches Presidential Campaign:“We Can Make A Better America, Together”

Governor Bullock Launches Presidential Campaign:
“We Can Make A Better America, Together”

Speaking at high school alma mater, Bullock says the improbable is still achievable for all Americans

Helena, MT – This afternoon, Montana Governor Steve Bullock launched his campaign for President at his alma mater, Helena High School, presenting his unifying vision for America’s future: creating a democracy that ensures every American has a fair shot at success.

Introduced by his wife, Lisa Bullock, and joined by students and former Helena High School classmate and current Helena High School science teacher Julie Ladd, Governor Bullock stressed that when we unite by behind our common values, we can pass along a better America to the next generation.

“We’re at our best when we embrace our shared values. When a fair shot at opportunity is within reach of every family, not just those with money. When civility replaces anger so that every voice can be heard. When we confront our greatest challenges head-on and lead the way in the community of nations. I believe we can be that country again. Working together, we can be sure of it,” said Governor Steve Bullock.

“No matter who we are or what we do or who we voted for, most Americans want and value the same things: a good job, a safe community, a roof over our family’s head. Good public schools, Clean air and clean water. And the unwavering belief we can build a better life for our kids and grandkids.”

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

John Delaney to Campaign in Western Iowa on May 21-23, 2019 *Updated

John Delaney to Campaign in Western Iowa on May 21-23, 2019 *Updated

DES MOINES, IA - Presidential candidate John Delaney will be campaigning in the western half of Iowa next week from Tuesday, May 21 through Thursday, May 23.

The three-day, nine-county swing includes an immigration roundtable, community meet and greets, a tour of flood damage and recovery, and a tour of a mental health facility. All events are free and open to the public except where noted.

TUESDAY, May 21, 2019:
WHAT: Flood damage tour and visit to the home of Fran Parr
WHERE: 59283 205th Street, Pacific Junction, IA 51561
WHEN: **Updated Time** 9:15 - 11:00 AM
WHO: John Delaney, Fran Parr
*Closed to public*

WHAT: Page County Meet and Greet
WHERE: Depot Deli; 101 N Railroad Street, Shenandoah, IA 51601
WHEN: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney, Page County Democrats

WHAT: Tour of Waubonsie Mental Health Center
WHERE: 216 W Division Street, Clarinda, IA 51632
WHEN: 1:30 - 2:30 PM
WHO: John Delaney, Waubonsie Mental Health Center Staff
*Closed to public*

WHAT: Montgomery County Meet and Greet
WHERE: Firehouse Restaurant; 310 E Washington Ave, Red Oak, IA 51566
WHEN: 3:00 - 4:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney, Montgomery County Democrats

WHAT: Council Bluffs Central Committee Meeting
WHERE: Council Bluffs Public Library; 400 Willow Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
WHEN: 6:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney, Pottawattamie County Democrats

WEDNESDAY, May 22, 2019:
WHAT: Woodbury County Meet and Greet
WHERE: Rebos; 1107 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101
WHEN: 12:00 - 1:15 PM
WHO: John Delaney, Woodbury County Democrats

WHAT: Immigration Roundtable in Storm Lake
WHERE: King’s Pointe Resort; 1520 E Lakeshore Dr, Storm Lake, IA 50588
WHEN: 4:00 - 5:00 PM

WHAT: Meet and Greet with Dickinson County Democrats
WHERE: Nature Trails Clubhouse; 465 202nd St., Milford, IA 51351
WHEN: 6:30 - 8:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney, Dickinson County Democrats

THURSDAY, May 23, 2019:
WHAT: Pocahontas County Meet and Greet
WHERE: Flex Fitness (2nd Floor); 325 N Main St., Pocahontas, IA 50574
WHEN: 9:00 - 10:00 AM
WHO: John Delaney, Pocahontas County Democrats

WHAT: Story County Meet and Greet
WHERE: Cafe Diem; 229 Main St., Ames, IA 50010
WHEN: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
WHO: John Delaney, Story County Democrats
https://www.facebook.com/events/348774949108720/

WHAT: Tour of Iowa Food Cooperative
**Updated: New Event**
WHERE: Iowa Food Cooperative; 4944 Franklin Ave., Des Moines IA 50310
WHEN: 2:00 - 2:45 PM
WHO: John Delaney; Ryan Marquardt, IFC General Manager

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

Seth Moulton Returns to New Hampshire on Sunday, May 19, 2019

Seth Moulton Returns to New Hampshire on Sunday, May 19, 2019

Salem, MA - On Sunday, May 19th, Seth Moulton will be making several public appearances in New Hampshire, his third trip since announcing his candidacy for president. Moulton’s campaign is focused on service, national security, and restoring America’s moral standing in the world. Moulton’s first day on the campaign trail was spent at service events in New Hampshire where voters commented, “[he shows he] cares and gets into the trenches with us.’” Prior to his trip to New Hampshire, Seth will be addressing Stairs4RTroops at Gillette Stadium.

WHO:
Seth Moulton

WHAT:
9:45 AM: Remarks at Stairs4Troops, Gillette Stadium, 1 Patriot Pl, Foxborough, MA

12:00 PM: Meet and Greet with the Amherst Democratic Committee, Black Forest Cafe, 212 NH-101, Amherst, NH

2:00 PM: House Party with the Presidential Exploratory Group, Rye, NH

4:15 PM: Meet and Greet with Rockingham County Democrats//Roundtable Discussion with the NH Veterans and Military Families Caucus, 2 Litchfield Road, Londonderry, NH

*4:15pm-5:00pm Vets Roundtable with the NH VMF Caucus*

*5:00pm- 6:00p: Meet and greet with the Rockingham County Democrats*

WHEN:
Sunday, May 19th

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

Pete Buttigieg Returns to Iowa For Two Day Campaign Swing on May 17-18, 2019 *Updated

Mayor Pete Returns to Iowa For Two Day Campaign Swing *Updated

DES MOINES, IA - On Friday and Saturday this week, Mayor Pete will travel to Iowa for a two day visit where he’ll attend events in Des Moines, Dallas County, Dubuque, and Johnson County. This is his second visit to the state since announcing his candidacy for president a month ago, and his fourth visit this year.

Friday, May 17th

3:00 - 4:30 PM CT: House Party with the Dallas County Dems
• Location: Adel, IA
• Host: Dallas County Democrats

5:30 - 7:00 PM CT: 2020 Book Club with Andrea Phillips
• Location: Des Moines, IA https://www.mobilize.us/peteforamerica/event/93102/
• Host: The book club is a project of Andrea Phillips, Vice Chair, Iowa Democratic Party

Saturday, May 18th

12:30pm–2:30pm CDT

Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon

Walleye Dr SE

Iowa City, IA 52240

4:00 - 5:30 PM CT: Community Event in Dubuque, IA
• Location: 7 Hills Brewing Company, 1085 Washington St., Dubuque, Iowa 52001
• Host: Rep. Lindsay James https://www.mobilize.us/peteforamerica/event/92779/

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

Beto O’Rourke Will Tour Davenport Flood Damage, Hold Two Town Halls in Iowa on May 20-21, 2019 *Updated

Beto O’Rourke Announces Next Week’s Iowa Schedule *Updated
O’Rourke Will Tour Davenport Flood Damage, Hold Two Town Halls

DES MOINES, IOWA — Beto O’Rourke will return to Iowa next Monday for his fourth trip to the state as a presidential candidate. Yesterday, O’Rourke announced that he will participate in a televised CNN Town Hall at Drake University in Des Moines on Tuesday. O’Rourke will also tour flood damage and hold a town hall in Davenport in addition to a town hall in Tipton.

Since launching his bid for the White House, O’Rourke has held 60 town halls and other public events in 34 counties to meet with, listen to, and learn from Iowans in every corner of the state. O'Rourke has visited more Iowa counties than any other presidential candidate this cycle.

EVENT INFORMATION:

MONDAY, MAY 20
WHAT: Tour of Davenport flood damage
WHERE: Davenport, IA

WHAT: Davenport Town Hall
WHERE: River Music Experience, 129 Main St., Davenport, IA 52801
WHEN: 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

TUESDAY, MAY 21
WHAT: Tipton Town Hall
WHERE: Tipton City Park, Lower Pavilion, 650 South Main Street, Tipton, IA 52772
WHEN: 11:30 AM — 1:00 PM

WHAT: CNN Town Hall
WHERE: Drake University, Des Moines IA

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

Amy Klobuchar Returns To New Hampshire for Five-County Swing on May 18-19, 2019

Amy Klobuchar Returns To New Hampshire for Five-County Swing on May 18-19, 2019

MANCHESTER, NH — This Saturday, May 18th and Sunday, May 19th, presidential candidate U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar will return to New Hampshire for a five-county swing. On the evening of the 18th, Klobuchar will deliver the keynote address at the Cheshire County Democrats Annual Spaghetti Dinner. Sunday morning and afternoon, the Senator will join local residents at several house parties around the state, including stops in Salem and Laconia.

On Sunday evening, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar will be at Dartmouth College’s Tuck School of Business in Hanover, New Hampshire for an event with students, faculty and members of the public. The event, entitled "A Changing Economy: An Evening with Senator Amy Klobuchar at the Tuck School of Business,” will focus on consumer protections and the future of the U.S. economy.

Saturday, May 18:

WHO: U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar and Cheshire County Democrats
WHAT: Cheshire County Democrats Annual Spaghetti Dinner
WHEN: Saturday, May 18 at 6 pm
WHERE: Keene Country Club, 755 W Hill Rd, Keene, NH 03431

Sunday, May 19:

WHO: U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: House Party in Salem at the Home of Ambassador Jim Smith and Janet Breslin-Smith
WHEN: Sunday, May 19 at 11:30 am
WHERE: Please RSVP for address
RSVP: http://action.amyklobuchar.com/p/salsa/web/common/public/signup?signup_page_KEY=11954

WHO: U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: House Party in Laconia at the Home of Carlos Cardona
WHEN: Sunday, May 19, at 2:15 pm
WHERE: Please RSVP for address
RSVP: http://action.amyklobuchar.com/p/salsa/web/common/public/signup?signup_page_KEY=11955

WHO: U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, moderated by Dean of Dartmouth's Tuck School of Business, Matthew Slaughter
WHAT: Sen. Klobuchar to speak with Dartmouth College students and community members at event titled "A Changing Economy: An Evening with Senator Amy Klobuchar at the Tuck School of Business”
WHEN: Sunday, May 19, 6:00 p.m. EDT
WHERE: Cook Auditorium, 100 Tuck Hall, Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH 03755

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

Meet and Greet with Steve Bullock in Newton, Iowa on Friday, May 17, 2019

Meet-and-Greet with Steve Bullock in Newton, Iowa on Friday, May 17, 2019

Uncle Nancy’s Coffeehouse
114 N. 2nd Ave W
Newton, IA 50208

Join Montana Governor Steve Bullock as he heads back to Iowa! As the only 2016 Democrat to be re-elected statewide in a Trump state, he’ll talk about how we can beat Donald Trump and get our country back on track! Come meet Governor Bullock and hear about his fight to get Big Money out of our elections to working across the aisle to get progressive legislation passed. We can’t wait to see you!

Doors open at 8:45 am

Friday, May 17, 2019 9:00am–10:15am CDT

https://www.mobilize.us/bullock/event/92431/

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

Meet and Greet with Steve Bullock in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, May 16, 2019

Meet-and-Greet with Steve Bullock in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday, May 16, 2019

Confluence Brewing Company
1235 Thomas Beck Road
Des Moines, IA 50315

Doors open at 6:00 pm.

Thursday, May 16, 2019 6:30pm–8:00pm CDT

https://www.mobilize.us/bullock/event/92393/

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink

Montana Governor Steve Bullock Announces Democratic Candidacy For President

Montana Governor Steve Bullock Announces Democratic Candidacy For President

HELENA, MT – Today, Montana Governor Steve Bullock announced his candidacy for President of the United States. A two-term governor who was re-elected the same year President Trump won Montana by 20 points, Bullock has successfully worked across the aisle to pass major progressive victories, including expanding Medicaid to ensure access to healthcare, protecting the environment, and some of the strongest dark money laws in the country.

“I believe in an America where every child has a fair shot to do better than their parents. But we all know that kind of opportunity no longer exists for most people; for far too many, it never has,” said Governor Steve Bullock. “We need to defeat Donald Trump in 2020 and defeat the corrupt system that lets campaign money drown out the people’s voice, so we can finally make good on the promise of a fair shot for everyone.

“This is the fight of our time. It's been the fight of my career. I'm running for President and with your help, we will take our democracy back.”

Montana Governor Steve Bullock Announces Democratic Candidacy For President

“This is the fight of our time. It's been the fight of my career. I'm running for President and with your help, we will take our democracy back.”

About a hundred years ago, this was “the richest hill on earth.”
The men who owned it were called kings.

With their money, they bought politicians; attacked unions, exploited workers, and left us all with a toxic reminder of what happens when our democracy is put up for sale.

Today we evidence of a corrupt system all across America – a government that serves campaign money, not the people.

After the Citizens United decision, a lot of folks said game over.

But as Attorney General, I refused to give up without a fight.

“Every single state in the union abandoned its own corporate spending regulations after Citizens United. Except for one. Except for Montana. Attorney General, Steve Bullock, has personally fought to keep Montana’s elections laws the way they are.”

And when we lost, I found another way.

“The Governor of the State of Montana, the Honorable Steve Bullock”

As a Democratic Governor in a state Trump won by 20 points, I don’t have the luxury of only talking to people who agree with me.

“You’re a Democratic Governor in that state, who's pro-choice, you’re for marriage equality, you’ve expanded Medicaid, you’ve expanded spending on education, you’ve protected the environment from corporate interests."

I go all across our state’s 147-thousand-square miles; and look for common ground to get things done.

That’s how I was able to bring Democrats and Republicans together to fight dark money, and pass one of the strongest campaign finance laws in the country.

“The bill is a way to prevent dark money groups from controlling an election”

And if we can kick the Koch Brothers out of Montana, we sure as hell can kick them out of every place in the country.

Look, to be honest, I never thought I’d be running for president.

Raised by a single mom, we struggled just to get by.

I only knew there was a governor's house in town because I delivered newspapers to it.

Now, my wife Lisa and I are raising our kids in that same house.

I believe in an America where every child has a fair shot to do better than their parents.

But we all know that that kind of opportunity no longer exists for most people and for far too many, it never has.

That’s why we need to defeat Donald Trump in 2020, and defeat the corrupt system that lets campaign money drown out the people’s voice…so we can finally make good on the promise of a fair shot for everyone.

This is the fight of our time.

It’s been the fight of my career.

I’m Steve Bullock, and I’m running for President.

With your help, we will take our democracy back.

Posted by Mike on 05/14/2019 | Permalink