2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Leaders Across the Country Praise Joe Biden’s Choice of California Senator Kamala Harris for Vice President

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING:
Leaders Across the Country Praise Joe Biden’s Choice of California Senator Kamala Harris for Vice President

Today, Joe Biden made his first Presidential decision — picking Kamala Harris as his running mate. Vice President Biden chose Senator Harris because there is no doubt she could take over as President at any time if needed. She knows how to ask the hard questions and get answers, whether it is going toe-to-toe with Jeff Sessions or Brett Kavanaugh in Senate hearings, or holding the Administration’s feet to the fire over racial justice. As the first Black woman to be elected California Attorney General then go onto represent California in the United States Senate, Kamala Harris grew up believing in the promise of America and fighting to make sure that promise is fulfilled for all Americans. She is the right person to take on Donald Trump and Mike Pence on the campaign Trail.

Here’s what leaders from across the country are saying about Vice President Biden’s selection of Senator Kamala Harris:

President Donald Trump
https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/2020-election-biden-vp-pick/h_1d866a14e82f4c48b940248cab39b44a

"I think she'd be a fine choice, Kamala Harris. She'd be a fine choice."

President Barack Obama
https://twitter.com/BarackObama/status/1293295296819220481

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi https://twitter.com/TeamPelosi/status/1293282982564958208

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer
https://twitter.com/chuckschumer/status/1293284297332469762

Secretary Hillary Clinton
https://twitter.com/HillaryClinton/status/1293286127386927104

Former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid
https://twitter.com/SenatorReid/status/1293295491938041856

House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn https://twitter.com/ClyburnSC06/status/1293308447925075969

House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer
https://twitter.com/StenyHoyer/status/1293301067636244485

Secretary of State John Kerry
https://twitter.com/JohnKerry/status/1293312039423823872

Virginia Senator Tim Kaine
https://twitter.com/timkaine/status/1293284207834345472

California Governor Gavin Newsom
https://twitter.com/GavinNewsom/status/1293282588560257024

“Joe made a great decision in choosing Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate. This November is about returning kindness, respect, empathy, and decency back to the White House—those are our Wisconsin values, and they’re our American values, too,” said Governor Tony Evers. “This election is also about leaders who will choose to bring us together and who will always fight to do the right thing—that’s what Joe and Kamala are all about. This is an historic day for our country and we’re ready for change, so let’s get to work.”

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer
https://twitter.com/gretchenwhitmer/status/1293281610763206656

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
https://twitter.com/Michelle4NM/status/1293292559444320256

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
https://twitter.com/PhilMurphyNJ/status/1293300340847251457

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly
https://twitter.com/LauraKellyKS/status/1293302490285432840

Congressional Black Caucus Chairwoman Karen Bass
https://twitter.com/KarenBassTweets/status/1293281471378214912

Michigan Senator Gary Peters
https://twitter.com/GaryPeters/status/1293283207992037383

Senator Cory Booker
https://twitter.com/CoryBooker/status/1293300343774810117

Former HUD Secretary Julian Castro
https://twitter.com/JulianCastro/status/1293280676276469762

Mayor Pete Buttigieg
https://twitter.com/PeteButtigieg/status/1293287262084636675

Former Ambassador Susan Rice
https://twitter.com/AmbassadorRice/status/1293281895195844617

Stacey Abrams
https://twitter.com/staceyabrams/status/1293281601326129158

Florida Congresswoman Val Demings https://twitter.com/val_demings/status/1293293868973207560

Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth
https://twitter.com/TammyforIL/status/1293296554644836355

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms
https://twitter.com/KeishaBottoms/status/1293286854876434432

Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin
https://twitter.com/tammybaldwin/status/1293293630103465984

Maryland Senator Ben Cardin https://twitter.com/BenCardinforMD/status/1293303576748601344

Former Florida Senator Bill Nelson
https://twitter.com/SenBillNelson/status/1293291646679953408

Former Indiana Senator Joe Donnelly https://twitter.com/JoeforIndiana/status/1293325326043488261

Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar https://twitter.com/amyklobuchar/status/1293281222278381570

New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand https://twitter.com/SenGillibrand/status/1293300046155460611

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith
https://twitter.com/TinaSmithMN/status/1293293620548775937

Attorney General of Virginia Mark Herring https://twitter.com/MarkHerringVA/status/1293284111231135746

Attorney General of Pennsylvania Josh Shapiro
https://twitter.com/JoshShapiroPA/status/1293282061625831430

Attorney General of California Xavier Becerra https://twitter.com/XavierBecerra/status/1293284723783942144

Attorney General of New York Letitia James
https://twitter.com/TishJames/status/1293282830273978371

Attorney General of Connecticut William Tong
https://twitter.com/WilliamTongCT/status/1293290080841478146

Attorney General of Massachusetts Maura Healey
https://twitter.com/maura_healey/status/1293282768416321543

CAPAC Chairwoman Judy Chu
https://twitter.com/JudyChuCampaign/status/1293295779080278021?s=20

Texas Congressman Joaquin Castro
https://twitter.com/castro4congress/status/1293314492944842756?s=21

California Congressman Harley Rouda https://twitter.com/HarleyRouda/status/1293316099191255040

Washington Congressman Rick Larsen https://twitter.com/larsenrick/status/1293298159943168000

Connecticut Congressman John Larson https://twitter.com/JohnLarsonCT/status/1293296079186919429

Virginia Congressman Gerry Connolly https://twitter.com/ElectConnolly/status/1293314539249950721

Massachusetts Congresswoman Katherine Clark
https://twitter.com/KatherineClark/status/1293296983977975808

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
https://twitter.com/RevJJackson/status/1293292686653427715

Voto Latino
https://twitter.com/votolatino/status/1293285165330919424

Social Security Works
https://twitter.com/SSWorks/status/1293288392843812867

Human Rights Campaign
https://twitter.com/HRC/status/1293282800733433858

Human Rights Campaign President Alphonso David
https://twitter.com/AlphonsoDavid/status/1293284436021317634

Voto Latino President Maria Teresa Kumar
https://twitter.com/MariaTeresa1/status/1293286855618768896

United Farm Workers
https://twitter.com/UFWupdates/status/1293282759842992129

Former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm
https://twitter.com/JenGranholm/status/1293289839446507521

Wisconsin Leaders Applaud Joe Biden’s Selection of Kamala Harris as Running Mate

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING:
Wisconsin Leaders Applaud Joe Biden’s Selection of Kamala Harris as Running Mate

Today, Joe Biden announced Kamala Harris as his running mate. Leaders from across Wisconsin applauded the selection:

“Joe made a great decision in choosing Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate. This November is about returning kindness, respect, empathy, and decency back to the White House—those are our Wisconsin values, and they’re our American values, too,” said Governor Tony Evers. “This election is also about leaders who will choose to bring us together and who will always fight to do the right thing—that’s what Joe and Kamala are all about. This is an historic day for our country and we’re ready for change, so let’s get to work.”

“Kamala Harris is no stranger to breaking through barriers and has never backed down from a challenge,” said Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes. “Kamala Harris grew up believing in the promise of America and fighting to make sure that promise is fulfilled for all Americans, and she became the first Black woman to represent California in the United States Senate. As attorney general, she beat the big banks and cracked down on mortgage fraud. She took on the ban on gay marriage and helped change the law. She fought big oil to protect the environment and she’s faced down the gun lobby. On day one, Kamala Harris will be ready to take on and win the big fights -- let’s go win in November.”

“I want to congratulate my friend Kamala Harris for joining Joe Biden on the ticket as the first Black female vice presidential nominee,” said Congresswoman Gwen Moore. “This is a historic moment -- but Kamala is more than ready for the job. As attorney general, she fought for homeowners and protected the Affordable Care Act from partisan attacks. And in the Senate, she’s been a partner working to reform our criminal justice system and hold Donald Trump’s corrupt administration accountable. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will make an excellent team to restore America’s values and leadership both at home and abroad.”

“Whether it’s going toe to toe with Jeff Sessions or or holding the Administration’s feet to the fire over their corrupt COVID-19 recovery, Kamala Harris does not back down from a challenge,” said Congressman Mark Pocan. “Since she was elected to the Senate in 2016, she has fought for the middle class, introducing legislation to increase the minimum wage to $15, reform cash bail, and defend the legal rights of refugees and immigrants. Together, Joe and Kamala will win the battle for the soul of this nation in November.”

“Kamala Harris is a tireless, fearless champion for the people,” said Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett. “She’s taken on tough issues like the racial disparities with the COVID-19 pandemic, and she’s stared down Donald Trump’s corrupt appointees and held them accountable for the abuse of power. As we look to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, Kamala knows that we have to invest in workers -- not the wealthy. Joe Biden made a fantastic choice, and I look forward to working with Joe and Kamala to deliver Wisconsin in November.”

“Like many of us, Kamala Harris grew up believing in the promise of America. As the first Black woman to represent California in the United States Senate, Kamala has distinguished herself as a fighter and will help to combat issues facing underserved communities and communities of color,” said Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley. “As Attorney General, she fought for families and won a $20 billion settlement for California homeowners against big banks that were unfairly foreclosing on homes. She and Joe Biden are ready on Day One to take on the big fights ahead if they win, and she’s already shown the courage and success to win big fights.”

“Kamala Harris is exactly who we need to take on Donald Trump and Mike Pence on the campaign trail. Since she was elected to the U.S. Senate, Kamala has fought to help working and middle class families, defend the legal rights of refugees and immigrants, and increase the minimum wage,” said Wisconsin State Representative JoCasta Zamparria. “Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will make a fantastic team in the White House and will work tirelessly to restore our values as a beacon of hope, freedom, and optimism around the world.”

Senator Tammy Baldwin
https://twitter.com/tammybaldwin/status/1293293630103465984?s=20

North Carolina Leaders Applaud Joe Biden’s Selection of Kamala Harris as Running Mate

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING:
North Carolina Leaders Applaud Joe Biden’s Selection of Kamala Harris as Running Mate

Today, Joe Biden announced Kamala Harris as his running mate. Leaders across North Carolina applauded the selection:

“This is, without question, a historic moment - and it is one of the most significant steps forward I’ve seen in my lifetime,” said Congresswoman Alma Adams. “Joe Biden knows what it takes to pick the best Vice President to run alongside him, and Kamala Harris is just that. Her experiences as Attorney General and U.S. Senator make her an exceptionally qualified and outstanding candidate to serve alongside President Biden. I am proud to support her, and I look forward to joining North Carolina to vote for the Biden-Harris ticket this November.”

“Since day one, Joe Biden has promised that his White House would reflect the diversity of our country,” said Congressman GK Butterfield. “He is sticking to that promise by picking my friend and colleague. Kamala Harris’ unmatched experience makes her the best partner and ally for our future President. Joe Biden is no stranger to the responsibilities of the Vice President, and Kamala Harris will stand shoulder to shoulder with Biden and begin restoring the soul of our nation on day one.”

“We’re facing the most consequential election of my lifetime,” said Former Governor Jim Hunt. “With Joe Biden and Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket, I know that North Carolina has an even greater shot at turning blue up and down the ballot. These two will be a stellar duo, and I look forward to casting my ballot for them in November. We’re going to have two leaders in the White House who care deeply about our working families, education, and putting the needs of North Carolinians first.”

“For far too long, Black women have been the silent majority in the Democratic Party, leading candidates to victory but receiving little in return,” said Chief Justice Cheri Beasley. “I am proud of Vice President Biden's historic choice today, and I know how much it means to countless communities across our state. A Biden-Harris Administration will bring much-needed change, and I look forward to their leadership."

“North Carolinians have an invaluable voice this November,” said Secretary of State Elaine Marshall. “For the last four years, Donald Trump has turned his back on our children, teachers, communities of color, and more, and North Carolina has the unique power to send him packing. I am so excited to support Kamala Harris as Joe Biden’s running mate. Their leadership will bring dignity and empathy back to the White House.”

“Joe Biden’s candidacy has centered on fighting to represent the American people, and selecting Kamala Harris as Vice President will further that mission,” said Former Governor Bev Perdue. “Harris will be a strong right hand for Joe Biden as he fights for progress and equality at every stage of his Presidency, and considering that Harris is the first black woman to be nominated as Vice President, the Biden-Harris candidacy is historic in more ways than one. I am proud to stand with Kamala Harris and look forward to electing the first woman Vice President.”

“Vice President Biden has chosen a running mate who has proven her commitment to Democratic values, said Mayor Vi Lyles. “Senator Harris is more than qualified to be the next Vice President. I look forward to working with Vice President Biden and Senator Harris to get out the vote this fall to all who believe that change is necessary.

North Carolina Senate Democratic Leader Dan Blue
https://twitter.com/DanBlueNC/status/1293290457292832768

Democratic Whip Deb Butler
https://twitter.com/DebButlerHD18/status/1293283692413104129?s=20

State State Senator for District 3 Erica D. Smith
https://twitter.com/EricaforUSSen20/status/1293297565220442112

Spectrum News Anchor Tim Boyum
https://twitter.com/TimBoyumTV/status/1293282330698829831

ABC11 Co-Anchor Joel Brown
https://twitter.com/JoelBrownABC11/status/1293281365476159491

WXII Reporter Meredith Stutz
https://twitter.com/WXIIMeredith/status/1293280539571560455?s=20

State Senator for District 16 Wiley Nickel
https://twitter.com/wileynickel/status/1293298951651758081?s=20

State Senator for District 19 Kirk deViere
https://twitter.com/kdeviere/status/1293289651701153796?s=20

State Representative for District 38 Yvonne Holley
https://twitter.com/yvonnelholley/status/1293286475681890311?s=20

Minnesota GOP Statement Regarding Biden VP Pick

MNGOP Statement Regarding Biden VP Pick

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – Minnesota Republican Party Chairwoman Jennifer Carnahan released the following statement on the announcement of Kamala Harris as Joe Biden's VP pick: 

"Kamala Harris's selection as Biden's running mate should come as a surprise to nobody. This is just another example of the Democratic Party pandering to their far radical left-wing segment of the party. 

"Harris wants to defund the police, eliminate private insurance plans, fund the $93 trillion Green New Deal and raise taxes on hardworking Americans and Minnesotans. Her San Francisco ideology and views do not match those of Mainstream Americans.

"It's unfortunate that Joe Biden's long career is ending like this. He's become nothing more than a puppet for the radical left who are so determined to tear down this great country. It is interesting that he selected a woman who is less likable than Hillary Clinton and thinks he's a racist and segregationist."

DNC on Joe Biden’s VP Selection of Kamala Harris

DNC on Joe Biden’s VP Selection of Kamala Harris

DNC Chair Tom Perez released the following statement after Joe Biden announced his selection of Kamala Harris as his vice presidential running mate:

“Kamala Harris is an extraordinary leader. And she’s going to make an extraordinary vice president. Throughout her career, Senator Harris has championed working families and helped us build a better nation for all – no matter what you look like, where you come from, who you love, or how you pray. Through her service on the Senate Intelligence and Judiciary Committees, she has amassed the necessary experience to confront the biggest threats facing our nation at home and abroad. From fighting big oil, to taking on the gun lobby, to going after big banks, Kamala Harris is afraid of no one. Her leadership as California’s attorney general and in the U.S. Senate has made our country stronger. She shares the values of Joe Biden and Democrats across the country who want to rebuild our economy and restore the soul of our nation. And she will make history as the first woman, first African American, and first Indian American to serve as our nation’s vice president.

“Joe Biden approached this decision with the same care and sound judgement he’ll show as president. He knows Kamala Harris is ready for this job on day one, and he knows she has the empathy, experience, and character to lead. Just as importantly, Senator Harris will continue to show generations of young women, particularly young women of color, that there is no height to which they cannot aspire. Together, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are Donald Trump and Mike Pence’s worst nightmare. They are going to win this election, end this pandemic, and build a brighter future for all Americans.”

Republican Party of Iowa Statement on Joe Biden’s VP Selection

RPI Statement on Joe Biden’s VP Selection

DES MOINES, Iowa -- Republican Party of Iowa Chairman Jeff Kaufmann released the following statement on Joe Biden selecting Kamala Harris as his VP nominee: 

“Iowans have already rejected the radical policies of Kamala Harris and Joe Biden, like free health care for illegal immigrants and raising taxes by $4 trillion to pay for their far-left agenda. Iowans know that President Trump has stood up for farmers in the heartland and put families first by allowing them to keep more of their hard-earned tax dollars. With a strong record of keeping his promises and putting America First, Donald Trump will have no problem winning Iowa in November.”

Republican National Committee (RNC) Statement On Joe Biden's VP Pick

RNC Statement On Biden's Radical VP Pick

WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel released the following statement on Joe Biden's radical vice-presidential pick:

"A hiding, diminished, and incoherent Joe Biden didn’t just select a vice-presidential candidate, he chose the person who would actually be in charge the next four years if he is somehow able to win. Kamala Harris’ extreme positions, from raising taxes to abolishing private health insurance to comparing law enforcement officials to the KKK, show that the left-wing mob is controlling Biden’s candidacy, just like they would control him as president. These radical policies might be popular among liberals, but they are well outside the mainstream for most Americans," said RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.

Trump Campaign Statement on Kamala Harris

Trump Campaign Statement on Kamala Harris

“Not long ago, Kamala Harris called Joe Biden a racist and asked for an apology she never received. Clearly, Phony Kamala will abandon her own morals, as well as try to bury her record as a prosecutor, in order to appease the anti-police extremists controlling the Democrat Party. In her failed attempt at running for president, Kamala Harris gleefully embraced the left’s radical manifesto, calling for trillions of dollars in new taxes and backing Bernie Sanders’ government takeover of healthcare. She is proof that Joe Biden is an empty shell being filled with the extreme agenda of the radicals on the left.

“Joe Biden is no moderate, and with Harris as his ‘political living will,’ he is surrendering control of our nation to the radical mob with promises to raise taxes, cut police funding, kill energy jobs, open our borders, and appease socialist dictators. At the ballot box, Americans will resoundingly reject the abysmal failures of Biden-Harris in favor of the America First strength of President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence.”

- Katrina Pierson, Trump 2020 senior advisor

Fact Sheet: Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

BIDEN-HARRIS: READY TO LEAD

Joe Biden is running to restore the soul of the nation and unite the country to move us forward. Joe knows more about the importance of the Vice Presidency than just about anyone, and he is confident that Kamala Harris will be the best partner for him to finally get the country back on track.

Since Donald Trump became president, he has made everything worse. He has pursued economic policies that reward wealth over work and benefited corporations and his buddies over working families. He has walked away from American leadership on the national stage. He has used division and stoked hatred for political purposes to pit Americans against one another.

Joe knows that we can’t just return to the way things were - we have to build back better. From her track record of managing through multiple crises to standing up for the people who need it most, Joe knows that Kamala will be ready to tackle the work that is needed to heal our country on Day One of the Biden-Harris Administration.

KAMALA’S BIO
The first Black and Indian American woman to represent California in the United States Senate, Kamala Harris grew up believing in the promise of America and fighting to make sure that promise is fulfilled for all Americans. Kamala’s father immigrated to the U.S. from Jamaica to study economics and her mother immigrated from India. Kamala’s mother told her growing up “Don’t sit around and complain about things, do something,” which is what drives Kamala every single day.

Kamala started fighting for working families in the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office, where she focused on prosecuting child sexual assault cases. From there, she became the first Black woman elected as San Francisco’s District Attorney. In this position, she started a program to provide first-time drug offenders second chances with the opportunity to earn a high school degree and find a job.

In 2010, Kamala became the first Black woman to be elected California Attorney General, overseeing the country’s second largest Justice Department, only behind the U.S. Department of Justice. In this capacity, she managed a $735 million budget and oversaw more than 4,800 attorneys and other employees. As California Attorney General, Kamala fought for families and won a $20 billion settlement for California homeowners against big banks that were unfairly foreclosing on homes.

Kamala worked to protect Obamacare, helped win marriage equality for all, defended California’s landmark climate change law and won a $1.1 billion settlement against a for-profit education company that scammed students and veterans. Kamala also fought for California communities and prosecuted transnational gangs who drove human trafficking, gun smuggling and drug rings.

Since being elected to the U.S. Senate in 2016, Kamala has introduced and co-sponsored legislation to help the middle class, increase the minimum wage to $15, reform cash bail, and defend the legal rights of refugees and immigrants.

Kamala serves on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence that deals with the nation’s most sensitive national security and international threats. She also serves on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee where she oversees the federal government’s response to natural disasters and emergencies, including the Trump administration’s response to COVID-19.

On the Senate Judiciary Committee, Kamala has held Trump administration officials accountable and was a powerful voice against Trump’s conservative judicial nominations.

Kamala graduated from Howard University, where she was in the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, and earned a law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of Law.

Kamala has been married to her husband Doug for the past six years. She is the stepmother of two children, Ella and Cole who are her “endless source of love and pure joy.”

KAMALA’S PARTNERSHIP WITH JOE BIDEN
• Kamala Harris served as California’s Attorney General at the same time as Joe Biden’s son, Beau, was serving as Attorney General for Delaware. The two grew close while fighting to take on the banking industry. Through her friendship with Beau, she got to know Joe Biden.
• From hearing about Kamala from Beau, to seeing her fight for others directly, Joe has long been impressed by how tough Kamala is.
• Particularly on the Senate Judiciary Committee - which Joe used to lead - Kamala has distinguished herself as a fighter on behalf of the American people, on issues ranging from corruption, to women’s rights and election interference.
• Kamala doesn’t hesitate to take on powerful people and powerful interests, and that’s exactly the kind of leader Joe wants by his side to rebuild this country and restore the soul of the nation.

KAMALA’S RECORD OF RESULTS FOR WORKING FAMILIES

COVID-19 and Health Care
• Kamala has worked to address the racial and ethnic disparities resulting from the Trump’s administration’s failed response to the pandemic by introducing the COVID-19 Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act. Kamala’s legislation would establish a team of policy experts, regional leaders, and federal officials to develop policy and funding prescriptions based on demographic data to combat issues facing minority and underserved communities.
• Kamala has a record of taking on corporations who are defrauding the health care system. As Attorney General, she oversaw a $241 million settlement against Quest Diagnostics, for overbilling California’s insurance program for 15-plus years.

Economy & Workers
• Kamala took on the big banks on behalf of California homeowners and won a $20 billion settlement, the largest settlement of any attorney general in America.
• As District Attorney , she prosecuted companies that cheated workers out of their earnings and jeopardized their safety on the job. As Attorney General, she fought for California’s public employee unions. And as Senator, she stood against the harmful Janus decision.
• Kamala supports a $15 minimum wage, cosponsoring legislation to raise wages for underpaid Americans.

Criminal Justice
• Kamala, as San Francisco DA, championed a leading re-entry program to direct young people arrested for drug crimes into training and counseling programs instead of jail.
• Kamala’s Department of Justice was the first statewide agency to mandate a body camera program, launched implicit bias and procedural justice trainings, and created a public database, including data on deaths in police custody and arrest rates.
• As Senator, Kamala has championed sentencing reform, ending the cash bail system, and giving proper funding to public defenders.

Education
• As Attorney General, Kamala obtained a $1.1 billion judgement against for-profit Corinthian Colleges for predatory practices that saddled students with debt and useless degrees.
• Kamala co-sponsored Senator Elizabeth Warren’s bill to allow students with existing debt to refinance at the interest rates available to new borrowers.

Environment
• As Attorney General, Kamala took on big oil companies and went to court to defend the Obama-Biden Clean Power Plan and New Source Standards.
• As Attorney General, Kamala sued corporations like Chevron and BP for damaging the environment, and won. And, she sued corporations for their role in exposing Californians to excessive levels of diesel.
• As San Francisco District Attorney, Kamala created the first-ever unit focused on environmental justice.

Kamala Fighting for Women
• Kamala was the first woman elected to serve as both San Francisco DA and California AG.
• As a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Sen. Kamala has grilled Trump’s extreme anti-choice judicial nominees, like Brett Kavanaugh.
• As Attorney General, Kamala cracked down on the sex trafficking of women into California and prosecuted sexual assaults. In her year in office, she eliminated the backlog of untested rape kits.
• And, as District Attorney, she worked with community leaders to establish a safe house for victims of human trafficking -- the first of its kind in San Francisco.

Kamala Fighting for the Black Community
• As a student at Howard University, Kamala was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) – the oldest Greek-letter sorority for black women. It was during her time at Howard that she joined protests on the National Mall against apartheid in South Africa.
• Kamala was the first Black woman to be elected San Francisco District Attorney and Attorney General of California, and only the second Black woman elected to the United States Senate.
• In the Senate, Kamala championed a bill to make lynching a federal crime.

Kamala Fighting for the Latino Community
• Kamala joined Congresswoman Veronica Escobar in leading the charge to demand that migrant children be released from HHS and DHS custody during the pandemic.
• While Attorney General, she ensured unaccompanied minors seeking refuge in the U.S. had access to pro-bono counsel.
• After Hurricane Maria, Kamala sponsored the COUNT Victims Act that provides FEMA more resources to calculate the death toll from a natural disaster.

Kamala Fighting for the LGBTQ+ Community
• As San Francisco District Attorney, Kamala established an LGBT hate crimes unit, dedicated to pursuing hate crimes against LGBTQ+ students.
• As Attorney General, Kamala refused to defend Proposition 8 in court. She also officiated the first same-sex wedding in California after the U.S. Supreme Court ended Proposition 8.
• Kamala has a 100% rating from the Human Rights Campaign.

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to Deliver Remarks in Delaware on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 *Updated Time

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to Deliver Remarks in Delaware on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 *Updated Time

On Wednesday, August 12, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Wilmington, Delaware on working together to restore the soul of the nation and fight for working families to move the country forward.

Details are subject to change

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12
Remarks by Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in Wilmington, DE

Tentative Start Time: 4:30 3:50 PM ET (UPDATED)

https://live.joebiden.com/c/0812-biden-harris-speech

or

Visit JoeBiden.com to access the livestream.