2016 Presidential Campaign Blog

New Spike Lee TV Spot for Bernie Sanders to Air in New York

New Spike Lee TV Spot for Bernie Sanders to Air in New York

NEW YORK - U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders' campaign released a new television ad for New York today, part of a multi-media advertising campaign produced by Spike Lee.

The 30-second spot features civil rights activists Harry Belafonte, Erica Garner, Shaun King and Linda Sarsour endorsing Sanders' political revolution for its impact on communities of color.

"People of color have a deeply vested interest in what Bernie Sanders brings to us in this election," Belafonte begins.

Garner continues, "people like Michael Brown, Sandra Bland and my father Eric Garner."

"They're not just hashtags and trending topics. But these are mothers and fathers, sons and daughters," King says.

"Bernie Sanders sees all of me. He sees all of you. He sees us a whole people, as a whole country," Sarsour declares. "That's why I'm voting for Bernie Sanders."

Ted Cruz Visits Colorado and Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, April 9, 2016

Ted Cruz Visits Colorado and Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, April 9, 2016

HOUSTON, Texas – Tomorrow, Presidential candidate Ted Cruz will attend events in Colorado and Las Vegas. Monday, Cruz will travel to California for events. Details are below and may be subject to updates.
 
Saturday, April 9
 
12:30 p.m. – Colorado Springs, CO

Ted Cruz to give remarks at the Colorado State Republican Convention and Assembly
The Broadmoor World Arena
3185 Venetucci Boulevard
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
 
3:30 p.m. – Las Vegas, NV

Ted Cruz to give remarks at the Republican Jewish Coalition
The Venetian
Lando Ballroom – 4th Floor
3355 S Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Bernie Sanders to Visit New York City on Saturday, April 9, 2016

Bernie Sanders to Visit New York City on Saturday, April 9, 2016

BURLINGTON, Vt. -- U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders on Saturday will continue his swing through New York City, where the Democratic Party presidential candidate will hold rallies in Washington Heights, University Heights and Long Island City. Sanders will then host a community conversation in Harlem with African-American leaders to discuss his plans to fix a broken criminal justice system, improve relations between police officers and communities of color and take on a rigged economy disproportionately harming minority neighborhoods.

Saturday, April 9, 2016

Doors open at 8 a.m. A Future to Believe In Washington Heights Rally, United Palace, 4140 Broadway, New York

Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Admission is first come, first served. For security reasons, please do not bring bags and limit what you bring to small, personal items like keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, and signs or banners on sticks will not be allowed through security. Parking is not available on-site, public transportation is encouraged.

Doors open at 11 a.m. A Future to Believe In University Heights Rally, Bronx Community College, Gould Memorial Library Auditorium, 2155 University Ave, Bronx

Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Admission is first come, first served. Crowd entrance located via main entrance of auditorium. For security reasons, please do not bring bags and limit what you bring to small, personal items like keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, and signs or banners on sticks will not be allowed through security. Free parking is available on-site in student parking lots, public transportation is also encouraged.

Doors open at 1 p.m. A Future to Believe In Long Island City Rally, Laguardia Performing Arts Center, 31-10 Thomson Ave, Long Island City

Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Admission is first come, first served. For security reasons, please do not bring bags and limit what you bring to small, personal items like keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, and signs or banners on sticks will not be allowed through security. Parking is not available on-site, public transportation is encouraged.

Doors open at 4 p.m. Community Conversation with Sen. Bernie Sanders, Apollo Theater, 253 W. 125 Street, New York

Information for the public: This is event is by invitation only. For security reasons, please do not bring bags and limit what you bring to small, personal items like keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, and signs or banners on sticks will not be allowed through security. Parking is not available on-site, public transportation is encouraged.

Town Hall with Gov. John Kasich in Watertown, New York on Friday, April 15, 2016

Town Hall with Gov. John Kasich in Watertown, New York on Friday, April 15, 2016

When:
Friday, April 15, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM (EDT)

Where:
Bruce M Wright Memorial Conference Center
1291 Faichney Drive
Watertown, NY 13601

Hosted By:
Kasich for America

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/watertown-town-hall-w-gov-john-kasich-tickets-24521829452

Event Details:

Please join Ohio Gov. John Kasich for a Town Hall in the Watertown on April 15th.

Doors Open: 9:30am
Program Begins: 10:00am

Hillary Clinton to Hold Latino Organizing Event with Rep. Nydia Velázquez and Singer-Songwriter Toby Love in Brooklyn on on April 9, 2016

Hillary Clinton to Hold Latino Organizing Event with Rep. Nydia Velázquez and Singer-Songwriter Toby Love in Brooklyn on on April 9, 2016

Brooklyn, NY -- Hillary Clinton will campaign in Brooklyn on April 9th, ahead of New York's Democratic primary on April 19th. Along with Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez and Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Toby Love, Clinton will host an organizing event where she will discuss her plans to break down all the barriers that hold Latinos back and work to build ladders of opportunity for Latino families.  

From day one, Hillary Clinton has pledged to work hard for every vote, take nothing for granted, and make this campaign about the people she will fight for every day as president. Hillary for New York is building a grassroots campaign from the bottom up, making sure supporters of all walks of life are empowered to take the primary campaign into their own hands and organize other supporters.

Organizing Event with Hillary Clinton, Rep. Nydia Velázquez and Singer-Songwriter Toby Love in Brooklyn
WHERE: Industry City, Building 2, The Landing Café & Community, 627 2nd Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11232
EVENT START: 5:30 PM ET
DOORS OPEN: 3:30 PM ET
PUBLIC RSVP HERE

California Assembly Republican Leader Chad Mayes Endorses John Kasich for President

California Assembly Republican Leader Chad Mayes Endorses John Kasich for President
 
Today California Assembly Republican Leader Chad Mayes announced his support for Gov. John Kasich for President and joined the Kasich for America California leadership team.
 
Said Mayes, "John Kasich's proven record of supporting job creation, balancing budgets and bringing people together around solutions that lift everyone is exactly what Californians deserve from their leaders. Governor Kasich's smart, commonsense brand of conservatism is a good fit for those of us fighting on behalf of middle class families struggling in California and proves he's the only Republican who can defeat Hillary Clinton in November. I'm looking forward to working with the team to get the word out to voters."
 
Since 2014, Mayes has represented California's 42nd Assembly District, which encompasses portions of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. After only 10 months in office, his colleagues elected him Republican Leader, a role in which he negotiates with Governor Jerry Brown and legislative Democrats on behalf of his caucus. Assemblyman Mayes is a passionate advocate for conservative policies that lift people out of poverty. As a member of the respected Little Hoover Commission, Mayes is working to develop reforms that make government more efficient and effective.
 
Said Kasich, "It's an honor to receive the support of Republican Leader Chad Mayes, a real change agent in the California Assembly. As Republican Leader he has fought tirelessly for policies that spend taxpayer money wisely while helping people who are hurting to get back on their feet. I'm thrilled to welcome him to our team and look forward to his contributions."

Ted Cruz for President Announces Colorado Leadership Team

Ted Cruz for President Announces Colorado Leadership Team

HOUSTON, Texas - Presidential candidate Ted Cruz today announced his Colorado Leadership Team with the endorsement of 25 current and former elected officials and key grassroots leaders.
 
"I support Senator Cruz because he is a principled conservative with a record of opposing big government spending," said Cruz Colorado Chairman Congressman Ken Buck. "Leaders across Colorado are coalescing around this campaign because Ted Cruz is the only candidate who can win the nomination and defeat Hillary Clinton in November."
 
"People all across Colorado and this country are coalescing around our campaign," said Cruz. "I am honored to have the support of so many courageous conservatives in Colorado. With our incredible team we are in a very strong position for this weekend's assemblies in Colorado."
 
Cruz for President Colorado leadership team members:
 
U.S. Rep. Ken Buck, Colorado Chairman
Secretary of State Wayne Williams
Scott Gessler, Former Colorado Secretary of State
John Carson, CU Board of Regents CD-6
Sue Sharkey, CU Board of Regents CD-4
Sen. Chris Holbert
Sen. Kevin Grantham
Sen. Kent Lambert
Sen. Kevin Lundberg
Sen. John Tate
Sen. Laura Woods
Former Sen. Ted Harvey
Rep. Perry Buck
Rep. Justin Everett
Rep. Stephen Humphrey
Rep. Janak Joshi
Rep. Gordon Klingenschmitt
Rep. Tim Leonard
Rep. Paul Lundeen
Rep. Patrick Neville
Rep. Dan Nordberg
Rep. Kim Ransom
Rep. Kevin Van Winkle
Rep. Cole Wist
Brita Horn, Routt County Treasurer
Regina Thomson, Cruz for President Colorado Grassroots Director
Bill Eigles, Cruz for President Grassroots Leader
John Bliss, Cruz for President Grassroots Leader
Mike McAlpine, Cruz for President Grassroots Leader
Scott Anderson, Grassroots Leader
Randy Corporon, Arapahoe Tea Party
Steve Hofman, National Chair, Citizens Against Government Waste

 

Donald J. Trump for President Rally in Rochester, New York on Sunday, April 10, 2016

Donald J. Trump for President Rally in Rochester, New York on Sunday, April 10, 2016

Who:
Donald J. Trump

What:
Donald J. Trump for President Rally

Where:
JetSmart Aviation
1205 Scottsville Road
Rochester, NY 14624

When:
Sunday, April 10th at 3:00 PM

https://www.donaldjtrump.com/schedule/register/rochester-ny/

Ted Cruz Campaign Raises More Than $12.5 Million in Month of March

Ted Cruz Campaign Raises More Than $12.5 Million in Month of March

HOUSTON, Texas –  On the heels of an overwhelming victory in the Wisconsin primary, the Cruz campaign announced today raising more than $12.5 million in the month of March, making it the highest amount raised in one month during the entirety of the campaign. The campaign had almost 240,000 donations with an average donation of $52. To date the total number of dollars raised is more than $78 million with more than 450,00 donors.
 
“This is yet another sign that conservatives are coalescing behind our campaign,” said Cruz. “The path to victory in the nomination and winning the general election is by standing up for hardworking men and women of America who have been left behind by Washington. I am confident in this campaign’s ability to bring together all factions of the Republican Party, as we continue to unite Republicans, Independents, Libertarians, and Americans who care about our future."

Bernie Sanders to Visit Upstate New York on Monday, April 11, 2016 *Updated

Bernie Sanders to Visit Upstate New York on Monday, April 11, 2016 *Updated

BURLINGTON, Vt. -- U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders on Monday will travel to Buffalo, New York. The Democratic Party presidential candidate will hold a rally at the University at Buffalo. Sanders will discuss a wide range of issues, including getting big money out of politics, his plan to make public colleges and universities tuition-free, combating climate change and ensuring universal health care.

Monday, April 11, 2016

Doors open at 7 a.m. Binghamton Town Hall Meeting, Floyd L. Maines Veterans Memorial Arena, 1 Stuart Street, Binghamton

Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Admission is first come, first served. For security reasons, please do not bring bags and limit what you bring to small, personal items like keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, and signs or banners on sticks will not be allowed through security.

Doors open at 11 a.m. A Future to Believe in Albany Rally, Washington Avenue Armory, 195 Washington Avenue, Albany

Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Admission is first come, first served. Public entrance through the main front doors of the arena. For security reasons, please do not bring bags and limit what you bring to small, personal items like keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, umbrellas, and signs or banners on sticks will not be allowed through security. Attendees are strongly encouraged to take public transit to the event. The Lark-Armory CDTA bus stop is immediately outside the venue. Limited parking available on street and adjacent parking garages for a fee. Carpooling is strongly encouraged.

Doors open at 4 p.m. Buffalo Future to Believe In Rally, Alumni Arena, North Campus, University at Buffalo, Buffalo

Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged. Admission is first come, first served. Public entrance through the main front doors of the arena. For security reasons, please do not bring bags and limit what you bring to small, personal items like keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, umbrellas, and signs or banners on sticks will not be allowed through security. Very limited parking available on-site after 3 p.m. Carpooling and taking public transit is strongly encouraged. The NFTA Bus, Campus UB Blue Line Shuttle and Stampede Bus all stop at or near the Arena. More information on public transit options can be found here.