2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Pete Buttigieg Picks Up Endorsements From Three South Carolina Elected Officials

Pete Buttigieg Picks Up Endorsements From Three South Carolina Elected Officials

COLUMBIA, SC — Today, the Pete for America campaign announced that Anderson Mayor Terence Roberts, Laurens Councilwoman Alicia Sullivan, and Chesnee Councilwoman Verhonda Crawford are endorsing Pete Buttigieg for President. These endorsements come on the heels of two trips Pete made to the Palmetto State in the past week.

“We need a mayor’s perspective in the White House,” said Mayor Roberts. “Pete will bring an attitude of personal accountability to Washington working daily to heal our nation by focusing on our shared values and collective goals. He is running to bring the same transformative approach he brought to his city to our country—and I’m proud to stand with him in that effort.”

“Pete understands that investing in Black entrepreneurship is critical to revitalizing communities like Laurens,” said Councilwoman Sullivan. “That’s why he has committed to tripling the number of entrepreneurs from underrepresented backgrounds as President. I’m proud to support Pete because he is the leader our country needs to unify the country behind policy solutions we need to move our state and our country forward.”

“As one of the youngest officials elected to office in South Carolina, I know what it means to have a personal stake in the policies that you enact in your own community,” said Councilwoman Crawford. “Pete has a personal stake in meeting our nation’s challenges around climate change, health care, racial equity, and equality. I believe that he is our best chance to not only defeat Donald Trump, but take meaningful action to unify the country behind solutions that improve the lives of South Carolinians.”

Only 37 days out from the primary, momentum behind the Buttigieg campaign is growing as South Carolinians look to turn the page on the political warfare we have come to accept from Washington and show the American people that we can do things that have never been done before. Pete for America continues to build its organization with six offices and 49 staff members organizing across the state to spread Pete’s message. Additionally, the campaign is in the midst of a $2 million investment on advertising in the state ahead of the February primary election.

Last weekend, Team Pete in South Carolina attended, participated in or sponsored over 60 Martin Luther King remembrance events across the state including having Pete come to the State to address the Columbia Urban League at its 22nd Annual Keeping the Legacy Alive Breakfast held at Brookland Baptist Church. Speaking to over 400 local leaders, community members and elected officials, Pete affirmed his belief that each of us has a role in ensuring Dr. King’s legacy continues to live on.

About Mayor Terence Roberts
Terence Roberts has served as the Mayor of Anderson since 2006. Roberts is the first Black mayor of Anderson. Roberts has owned a small business in Anderson for more than 25 years.

About Councilwoman Alicia Sullivan
Laurens Councilwoman Alicia Sullivan was elected in 2016. Sullivan also serves as the Laurens County Democratic Party Chair.

About Councilwoman Verhonda Crawford
Verhonda Crawford was elected as the youngest government official in the state of South Carolina as a city councilwoman in her hometown of Chesnee, South Carolina. She is also the owner of a public relations consulting firm and the co-owner of a boutique in Chesnee. She received a BA degree in Public Relations from Gardner- Webb University.

Pete Buttigieg Closing Iowa TV Ad: "It's Time To Turn The Page"

Mayor Pete Buttigieg Closing Iowa Ad: "It's Time To Turn The Page"

DES MOINES, IA –– Today, the campaign for Mayor Pete Buttigieg released its closing television ad in Iowa to air ahead of the Iowa caucuses on February 3rd. The 30-second ad, “It’s Time,” underscores the need to turn the page on the divisive and broken politics we’ve grown used to out of Washington and put forward a bold vision for the future.

Pete will be the president who can rally this country around bold ideas for the next generation and achieve things that have never been done before. The 30 second ad will run across the state in Iowa through Caucus Night.

Watch “It’s Time” HERE.

Read the ad’s full transcript below:

It's time to turn the page from a Washington experience paralyzed by the same old thinking, polarized by the same old fights, to a bold vision for the next generation.

To win, we must confront corporate greed, more brazen than anything we saw a generation ago.

Reverse the inaction on climate change, which has brought us to the brink.

Move beyond endless wars with alliances built for today's threats.

We need to break from the old politics and unify this nation.

I'm Pete Buttigieg and I approve this message.

Pete Buttigieg to Campaign in Iowa on February 1-3, 2020 ****Updated

Pete Buttigieg to Campaign in Iowa on February 1-3, 2020 ****Updated

DES MOINES, IA - With only one week until caucus night, Pete Buttigieg will continue to talk to Iowans about his bold vision to turn the page on our divisive politics and lead the country into a new era. On Monday, Pete will hold town halls in Boone, Iowa Falls, Vinton, and North Liberty. On Tuesday, Pete will hold town halls in Ottumwa, Osceola, and Indianola. On Wednesday, Pete will hold town halls in Jefferson, Ames, Webster City, Mason City, and New Hampton. On Thursday, Pete will hold town halls in Decorah, Independence, and Marshalltown. On Friday, Pete will hold Get Out The Caucus events in Sioux City, Council Bluffs, Clinton, and Davenport. On Saturday, Pete will hold Get Out The Caucus events in Waterloo, Dubuque, and Cedar Rapids. On Sunday, Pete will hold Get Out The Caucus events in Coralville and Des Moines.

**Times Updated** - Saturday, February 1:

10:00 AM CT: Get Out The Caucus Rally in Waterloo
• Location: National Cattle Congress, 257 Ansborough Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701
• Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212980/
• Doors open at 9:30 AM CT

11:45 AM CT: Get Out The Caucus Town Hall in Oelwein
• Location: To be announced
• Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/217101/
• Doors open at 11:15 AM CT

2:15 PM CT: Get Out The Caucus Rally in Dubuque
• Location: Loras College Fieldhouse, 1450 Alta Vista St., Dubuque, IA 52001
• Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212109/
• Doors open at 1:45 PM CT

4:39 PM CT: Get Out The Caucus Town Hall in Anamosa
• Location: To be announced
• Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/217108/
• Doors open at 3:45 PM CT

6:30 PM CT: Get Out The Caucus Rally in Cedar Rapids
• Location: Kirkwood Hotel, 7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
• Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/213345/
• Doors open at 6:00 PM CT

**Times Updated**Sunday, February 2:

10:45 AM CT: Get Out the Caucus Rally in Coralville
Location: Northwest Junior High,1507 8th St., Coralville, IA 52241
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212111/
Doors open at 10:15 AM CT

2:00 PM CT: Get Out The Caucus Rally in Des Moines
Location: Lincoln High School, 2600 SW 9th St., Des Moines, IA 50315
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212105/
Doors open at 1:00 PM CT

Monday, February 3:

Pete for America Caucus Night Watch Party
• Location: Bell Center at Drake University, 1421 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50311

Pete Buttigieg to Campaign in Iowa on January 25-31, 2020 **Updated

Pete Buttigieg to Campaign in Iowa on January 25-31, 2020 **Updated

DES MOINES, IA - Pete Buttigieg will campaign in Iowa on January 25-31. On January 25, he will hold town halls in Fort Dodge, Storm Lake, and Carroll. On January 26, Pete will hold another town hall in West Des Moines area and participate in a televised town hall with Fox News. On January 27, he will hold town halls in Boone, Iowa Falls, Vinton, and North Liberty. On January 28, he will hold town halls in Ottumwa, Osceola, and Indianola. On January 29, Pete will hold town halls in Jefferson and Webster City. On January 30, he will hold town halls in Decorah, Independence, and Marshalltown. On January 31, Pete will hold a town hall in Davenport.

Additional stops will be announced.

Saturday, January 25

3:45 PM CT: Town Hall in Fort Dodge, IA
• Location: The Frontier Opera House, 1 Museum Road, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501
• Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/206672/
• Doors open at 3:15 PM CT

6:00 PM CT: Town Hall in Storm Lake, IA
• Location: To be announced
• Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/207442/
• Doors open at 5:30 PM CT

8:00 PM CT: Town Hall in Carroll, IA
• Location: Carrollton Hotel & Event Centre, 1730 Hwy 71 North, Carroll, IA 51401
• Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/206191/
• Doors open at 7:30 PM CT

Sunday, January 26

1:15 PM CT: Town Hall in the Greater Des Moines Area
• Location: To be announced
• Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/207833/
• Doors open at 12:45 PM CT

Monday, January 27:

1:15 PM CT: Boone Town Hall
Location: Boone County Fairgrounds Community Building, 1601 Industrial Park Road, Boone, IA 50036
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/209266/
Doors open at 12:45 PM CT

3:30 PM CT: Iowa Falls Town Hall
Location: Panther Den, Dale Howard Family Activity Center - Ellsworth Community College, 1021 River StIowa Falls, IA 50126
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/209437/
Doors open at 3:00 PM CT

6:00 PM CT: Vinton Town Hall
Location: Tilford Elementary School, 308 E. 13th St. Vinton, IA 52349
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/209283/
Doors open at 5:30 PM CT

8:00 PM CT: North Liberty Town Hall
Location: Liberty High School, 1400 Dubuque St NE, North Liberty, IA 52317
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/209461/
Doors open at 7:30 PM CT

Tuesday, January 28:

10:30 AM CT: Ottumwa Town Hall
Location: Ottumwa Family YMCA, 611 N Hancock St, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/209414/
Doors open at 10:00 AM CT

1:00 PM CT: Osceola Town Hall
Location: Clarke County Fairgrounds Event Center, 2020 W McLane St. Osceola, IA 50213
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/209271/
Doors open at 12:30 PM CT

2:45 PM CT: Indianola Town Hall
Location: To be announced
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/209691/
Doors open at 2:15 PM CT

Wednesday, January 29:

10:15 AM CT: Jefferson Town Hall
Location: RVP 1875, 115 S. Wilson Ave. Jefferson, IA 50129
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/211227/
Doors open at 9:45 AM CT

12:00 PM CT: Ames Town Hall
Location: To be announced
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/211544/
Doors open at 11:30 AM CT

2:00 PM CT: Webster City Town Hall
Location: To be announced
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/211551/
Doors open at 1:30 PM CT

5:15 PM CT: Mason City Town Hall
Location: To be announced
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/211557/
Doors open at 4:45 PM CT

7:30 PM CT: New Hampton Town Hall
Location: To be announced
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/211565/
Doors open at 7:00 PM CT

Thursday, January 30:

11:00 AM CT: Decorah Town Hall
Location: Hotel Winneshiek, 104 E. Water St. Decorah, IA 52101
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/211718/
Doors open at 10:30 AM CT

1:30 PM CT: Independence Town Hall
Location: To be announced
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212345/
Doors open at 1:00 PM CT

4:00 PM CT: Marshalltown Town Hall
Location: To be announced
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212353/
Doors open at 3:30 PM CT

7:00 PM CT: Ankeny Town Hall
Location: To be announced
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212098/
Doors open at 6:30 PM CT

Friday, January 31:

11:30 AM CT: Get Out The Caucus Town Hall in Sioux City
Location: To be announced
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here
Doors open at 11:00 AM CT https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212234/

2:00 PM CT: Get Out The Caucus Town Hall in Council Bluffs
Location: To be announced
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/212967/
Doors open at 1:30 PM CT

5:00 PM CT: Get Out The Caucus Town Hall in Clinton
Location: To be announced
Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/211568/
Doors open at 4:30 PM CT

7:15 PM CT: Davenport Town Hall
Location: St. Ambrose University - Lee Lohman Arena, W Lombard St., Davenport, IA
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/210588/
Doors open at 6:45 PM CT

New Hampshire State Senator Martha Hennessey Endorses Pete Buttigieg

New Hampshire State Senator Martha Hennessey Endorses Pete Buttigieg

Manchester, NH — Today, State Senator Martha Hennessey (Hanover) announced her endorsement of Pete Buttigieg, citing his ability to defeat Donald Trump and heal a divided nation.

Sen. Hennessey is the first New Hampshire state senator to endorse Buttigieg. She had previously endorsed Sen. Cory Booker.

“Pete Buttigieg’s values, honesty, temperament, and intelligence make him the best candidate to turn the page on the Trump era and restore dignity and respect to the White House,” said Sen. Hennessey. “As our nominee, I know I can count on Pete to resist the president’s taunts, rise above the gutter politics of this administration, and defeat Donald Trump. With our nation in crisis, Pete will be able to unite the country and heal our divides so we can begin the difficult work of tackling the problems this administration has created."

Sen. Hennessey has been at the forefront of confronting the mental health and opioid crisis — especially as it impacts children and families. She has also been a tireless advocate for criminal justice reform, gun violence prevention, women’s health and reproductive rights, and sexual assault prevention.

Sen. Hennessey is the latest prominent New Hampshire leader to endorse Buttigieg. Last week, U.S. Representative Annie Kuster announced her endorsement, joining other high-profile leaders in supporting Pete including: NEA-NH Executive Director Rick Trombly, 12-term State Representative Susan Almy and fourteen other state representatives, Cheshire County Sheriff Eli Rivera, women’s health and rights advocate Jennifer Frizzell, Carroll County Democratic Chair Knute Ogren, former Somersworth Mayor Lincoln Soldatti, and former Lebanon Mayor Suzanne Prentiss.

ABOUT SENATOR MARTHA HENNESSEY

Martha Hennessey is currently in her second term representing Canaan, Charlestown, Claremont, Cornish, Enfield, Hanover, Lebanon, Lyme, and Plainfield in the New Hampshire Senate, where she is chair of the Judiciary Committee and a member of the Transportation Committee. Previously she served as a school psychologist, psychotherapist, and a college professor. Before being elected to the State Senate, she served as a New Hampshire state representative.

Pete Buttigieg Visits South Carolina on January 20 and January 23, 2020

Pete Buttigieg Visits South Carolina on January 20 and January 23, 2020

SOUTH BEND, IN - Tomorrow morning, Pete will join the Urban League breakfast before marching at King Day in Columbia, SC. And on Thursday, Pete will sit down for a recording of Road to 2020: On One with Angela Rye in Orangeburg, SC, and join Charlamagne tha God for a conversation in Moncks Corner, SC.

Monday, January 20

7:15 AM ET: Urban League Breakfast
Location: Brookland Banquet & Conference, 1066 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169

9:45 AM ET: Pete Marches at King Day at the Dome
Location: South Carolina Statehouse, 1100 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29208

Thursday, January 23

5:00 PM ET: Pete Joins Road to 2020: On One with Angela Rye in Orangeburg, SC
Location: Claflin University Minister’s Hall, 400 Magnolia St, Orangeburg, SC 29115
Doors open at 4:00 PM ET

7:30 PM ET: Pete Joins Charlamagne tha God for a Conversation in Moncks Corner, SC
Location: Atlantis Restaurant, 484 North U.S. Hwy 52 #110, Moncks Corner, SC 29461
Doors open at 6:30 PM ET

Pete Buttigieg Campaign Announces Agreement Reached with Staff Uni

Pete Buttigieg Campaign Announces Agreement Reached with Staff Union

SOUTH BEND, IN — Today, the Pete for America campaign and IBEW Local 2321 announced that they have reached an agreement for Organizers and Regional Organizing Directors who work for the campaign. IBEW Local 2321, the employee bargaining unit representing the organizing staff, and campaign leadership both ratified the agreement that guarantees Organizers and Regional Organizing Directors will:

• Receive a $400 raise across the board and a $65 monthly phone stipend
• Get paid time off weekly
• Receive a higher salary if staff have to take over the duties of a higher-paid employee for an extended period of time
• Continue to receive benefits that include the campaign paying 100% of health, vision, and dental insurance with an additional $100 monthly wellness stipend

“I am very pleased to announce that we have forged an agreement which reflects the values of our campaign,” said Pete for America Campaign Manager Mike Schmuhl. “We are fortunate to work for a candidate that believes in treating workers with dignity and respect, and is committed to expanding collective bargaining rights as President. I appreciate the constructive engagement of IBEW Local 2321 and our amazing organizing team across the United States and look forward to working with all of them to win a new era."

“The Pete for America Organizers are proud to be part of a worker-driven union and to work for a candidate that recognizes the value of unions in giving a voice to workers,” said the group of Pete for America organizers. “As members of IBEW Local 2321, we believe that unionizing not only improves working conditions for ourselves, but will improve sustainability and working conditions for future campaign workers. We are committed to electing Pete Buttigieg as president so that he can help ensure that all workers have the right to organize, and all workers are honored for their time and contributions.”

The agreement covers more than 250 staff on the campaign.

U.S. Representative Annie Kuster of New Hampshire Endorses Pete Buttigieg for President

U.S. Representative Annie Kuster Endorses Pete Buttigieg, Named National Campaign Co-Chair

Manchester, NH — Today, U.S. Representative Annie Kuster announced her endorsement of Pete Buttigieg for president of the United States, citing Pete’s ability to unify the country and his bold solutions to our greatest challenges.

Rep. Kuster, who was an early backer of then-Senator Barack Obama in 2007, will also serve as a national campaign co-chair of Pete For America.

“With our country so consumed by division, Pete Buttigieg is the leader who can finally turn the page on the Trump presidency and bring our nation together to usher in a new era where we finally solve our most urgent problems,” said Rep. Kuster. “We need a leader who recognizes that the office of the presidency has the power to bridge our differences — and Pete Buttigieg is that leader. Like Barack Obama before him, Pete is young, inspiring, brings fresh ideas to the table, and is motivated to win. Pete has the courage to lead us to a better future. By building a coalition of progressive Democrats, independents, and disaffected Republicans, Pete will win next November and lead our country to a brighter future for every American.”

“From working to tackle the opioid epidemic and increasing access to health care to honoring our pledge to our veterans and their families when they return home, Rep. Kuster has spent her career delivering results for New Hampshire families,” said Buttigieg. “At a time of so much dysfunction in Washington, Rep. Kuster has brought Americans together to improve the lives of her constituents. She represents the best of our politics and I’m honored to have her serve as our co-chair.”

Rep. Kuster represents New Hampshire’s second congressional district, which includes much of western New Hampshire as well as the northern portion of the state, stretching from Nashua to Berlin. In 2012, she defeated a Republican incumbent to turn the district blue.

On Friday morning, Rep. Kuster will introduce Buttigieg at a town hall in Concord. Rep. Kuster first joined Buttigieg in April at Gibson’s Bookstore, where she helped introduce him to Granite Staters. This fall in New London, she joined Buttigieg for an armchair discussion on his policy to empower women and break down the systemic barriers that have held women back. And during his four-day, all-access bus tour across New Hampshire, Rep. Kuster introduced Buttigieg at a canvass kickoff in Claremont.

Rep. Kuster was first elected to the House of Representatives in November 2012. Prior to taking office, she served as a longtime community activist and adoption attorney. Kuster is the daughter of a WWII veteran and prisoner of war. She is currently a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, where she is working to improve access to affordable, quality health care, address climate change, protect our environment, and expand access to broadband internet.

Rep. Kuster joins 12-Term State Representative Susan Almy (Lebanon), Cheshire County Sheriff Eli Rivera, former Lebanon Mayor and current City Councilor Suzanne Prentiss, former New Hampshire Democratic House Leader and NEA-NH Executive Director Rick Trombly, and 15 New Hampshire state representatives in backing Pete Buttigieg for president.

Pete Buttigieg Returns to Iowa on January 20-22, 2020 *Updated

Pete Buttigieg Returns to Iowa on January 20-22, 2020 *Updated

SOUTH BEND, IN - On Monday and Tuesday, Pete will return to Iowa to attend the Brown and Black Forum in Des Moines and hold town halls in Pella, Fairfield, Burlington, Keokuk, Mount Pleasant, Muscatine, and Cedar Rapids with Congressman Dave Loebsack. On Wednesday, Pete will hold a town hall in Dubuque.

Monday, January 20

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM CT: Iowa Brown & Black Democratic Presidential Forum
Location: Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center | 833 5th Ave Des Moines, IA 50309
Pete Buttigieg takes the stage at 1:15 PM CT

3:30 PM CT: Town Hall in Pella, IA with Congressman Dave Loebsack
Location: Tamory Hall | 616 Franklin St Suite 201 Pella, IA 50219
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/201725/
Doors open at 3:00 PM CT

5:45 PM CT: Town Hall in Fairfield, IA with Congressman Dave Loebsack
Location: Fairfield Arts and Convention Center | 200 N Main St, Fairfield, IA 52556
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/201754/
Doors open at 5:15 PM CT

7:45 PM CT: Town Hall in Burlington, IA with Congressman Dave Loebsack
Location: Aldo Leopold Middle School | 3075 Sunnyside Ave, Burlington, IA 52601
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/201875/
Doors open at 7:15 PM CT

Tuesday, January 21

10:00 AM CT: Town Hall in Keokuk, IA with Congressman Dave Loebsack
Location: Lake Cooper Foundation | 810 S Main St, Keokuk, IA 52632
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/201896/
Doors open at 9:30 AM CT

12:30 PM CT: Town Hall in Mount Pleasant, IA with Congressman Dave Loebsack
Location: Iowa Wesleyan University Howe Student Activity Center, Social Hall | 150 West Franklin Street, Mount Pleasant, IA
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/201905/
Doors open at 12:00 PM CT

3:00 PM CT: Town Hall in Muscatine, IA with Congressman Dave Loebsack
Location: River's Edge Event and Performance Venue | 129 W. 2nd St., Muscatine, IA 52761
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/201595/
Doors open at 2:30 PM CT

6:30 PM CT: Town Hall in Cedar Rapids, IA with Congressman Dave Loebsack
Location: To be announced
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/201558/
Doors open at 6:00 PM CT

Wednesday, January 22

10:00 AM CT: Town Hall in Dubuque, IA
Location: University of Dubuque | Myers Center, 445 N Algona St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Members of the public should RSVP here https://www.mobilize.us/iowaforpete/event/201581/
Doors open at 9:30 AM CT

What People Are Saying About Pete Buttigieg’s Debate Performance in Iowa

What People Are Saying About Pete Buttigieg’s Debate Performance in Iowa

“This Was A Mayor Pete Night”... Buttigieg Is Going To Get Lots More Supporters After This Performance” … “We Need A President Like Pete Buttigieg To Lead This Charge”...“Good Answer!”... “Winner” … That's Part Of The Recipe To Crushing Trump”... “Strong Close” ...“I Deeply Appreciate How Mayor Pete Refuses To Cede Faith To The GOP” … “Good Answer Slamming Trump's ‘Bone Spurs”’

Photo Courtesy CNN and Des Moines Register

CNN: “Winners: Pete Buttigieg. The former South Bend, Indiana, mayor proved Tuesday night that he is the best debater in this field. But he also did something more important than that, too: In the first 30 minutes of the debate, Buttigieg showed a competency, steadiness and depth of knowledge coupled with personal experience that should help him pass the commander-in-chief test in the eyes of voters. He spoke forcefully and powerfully about his issues with President Donald Trump's approach to Iran and the need to go back to the drawing board on Congress authorizing the use of military force.”

Boston Globe: "Among [Pete Buttigieg’s] strongest answer of the last year was in response to the opening questions about foreign policy.foreign policy. He both connected it to his story of serving in the military, but also talked about the need to address future threats instead of old ones."

Ben LaBolt @BenLaBolt: Strong close by @PeteButtigieg

Esme Murphy @esmemurphy: .@PeteButtigieg brings up the point of bringing into the climate change debate those groups like farmers and industrial workers who are constantly told efforts to work on climate change would hurt them.

EJ Dionne @EJDionne: Buttigieg in one answer reminds people of the pillars of his rise: As a Midwesterner from a factory town, he can say that #Trump turned his back on places like his. He’ll contrast his military service with Trump’s bone spurs. And he’ll take him on on faith.
#DemDebate

Ameshia Cross @AmeshiaCross: Black people endorse @PeteButtigieg every day. Elected officials, a member of the CBC, Miss Black America, and the support just keeps coming. Not to mention his Douglass Plan is the most comprehensive Black policy agenda present in this election cycle. #DemDebate

Ilyse Hogue @ilyseh: I deeply appreciate how Mayor Pete refuses to cede faith to the GOP. They have weaponized religion to oppress women, families and vulnerable communities. As a person of faith, I want the Dems to claim the moral high ground. #DemDebate

Daniel W. Drezner @dandrezner: Buttigieg’s answer on AUMF was very good.

Andy Ostroy @AndyOstroy: So who won the #DemocraticDebate? And by “won” I mean...who appreciably moved his/her needle upwards? I say @PeteButtigieg...

Tiernan Sittenfeld @T_Sittenfeld: Important and @PeteButtigieg is absolutely right. We need climate security and national security. #ActOnClimate #DemDebate

Dean Obeidallah @DeanObeidallah: Pete Buttitgeg good answer slamming Trump's "bone spurs." That's part of the recipe to crushing Trump #DemocraticDebate #DemDebate

Maria Shriver @mariashriver: Love that Mayor @petebuttigieg talks about God and that God does not belong to a political party, which is so true #DemocraticDebate #DemDebate

Candace Valenzuela @candacefor24: This can't be stated enough. Faith is not supposed to be weaponized against people, especially one that speaks frequently about protecting the vulnerable. Kudos to @PeteButtigieg on this issue.

Jim Wallis @jimwallis: Buttigieg says he is ready to take on Donald Trump on faith and that no political party owns God. Amen! #DemDebate

Peter Groff @petercgroff: Good for @PeteButtigieg to bring us back to reality and pragmatism...#DemDebate

Christopher J. Hale @chrisjollyhale: .@PeteButtigieg is right: the more black voters know him they more they support his candidacy. He recently gained the endorsement of fellow veteran and Congressional Black Caucus Member @RepAnthonyBrown of Maryland. #DemDebate

Bob Duff, Senate Majority Leader, CT @senatorduff: Yes, we need a president like @PeteButtigieg to lead this charge. He will lead the effort to lift up workers and help ensure the best early childhood education for our kids.

Dave Morrill @RepDaveMorrill: @PeteButtigieg explaining that climate change affects black and brown people disproportionately, and we need ALL Americans, from farmers to auto workers to Prius drivers to work together in order to mitigate and adapt to its effects. #DemDebate #WinTheEra #TeamPete

Erin Schrode @ErinSchrode: "If you cannot look your kids in the eye and explain this President, join me." Good line and good point, @PeteButtigieg #DemDebate

Scot Lehigh @GlobeScotLehigh: I'd say this was a Mayor Pete and Amy K. night. Joe Biden was a little verbally fumbly, but solid overall. EW nailed her closing statement and so edged Bernie in the left lane. Tom Steyer? Meh. #DemocraticDebate #DemDebate

Jake Lahut @JakeLahut: .@PeteButtigieg's line on parents not being able to "look their kids in the eye and explain this president" is one that stands out.