WHAT THEY ARE SAYING:
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania applauded the selection:
“Joe Biden’s selection of Kamala Harris to be his running mate marks an extraordinary and long overdue moment in our country’s history,” said Governor Tom Wolf. “Kamala is a remarkable leader who has championed working families and stood up to corporate special interests for her entire career. She has always worked to lift up the middle class by fighting for quality affordable health care, better wages for workers, and more educational opportunities for our children. Together, Kamala and Joe have what it takes to defeat Donald Trump and Mike Pence so we can finally begin the long journey of putting our country back on track.”
“I’ve seen first hand Kamala Harris’s steadfast commitment to the long fight for equity and justice ahead in the halls of the United States Capitol,” said Congressman Dwight Evans. “She will make a fantastic Vice President and serve as an example of the leadership America is respected for across the globe.”
“I chose to endorse Vice President Joe Biden early because I believe his vision for our country is one of unity and healing, exactly what we need. That vision is made even stronger by the choice today of Kamala Harris to serve as his Vice Presidential nominee,” said Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan. “Kamala Harris has a long & proven track record of service. She has consistently stood up for Americans' health care and the Affordable Care Act, fought for a safer planet, and worked to build an economy that works for everyone. I'm proud to serve alongside her in Congress. The path to the White House runs directly through Pennsylvania, and I have full faith that Kamala Harris will help deliver the Commonwealth come November. Having flipped a seat in 2018, I know that Pennsylvanians are looking for a ticket that will focus on the issues, restore decency to the White House, and command respect across the world. A Biden-Harris ticket will generate excitement and turnout in our Commonwealth. We cannot let this moment pass without acknowledging the historic nature of the first ever woman of color being chosen to serve as our party's Vice Presidential nominee.”
“As Attorney General of California, Kamala Harris ran one of the largest legal operations in the world and is uniquely qualified to help lead and steer this country in the right direction as the next Vice President,” said State Rep. Morgan Cephas. “Without a doubt, she is ready to help Vice President Biden make Donald Trump a one-term president and I am thrilled to support this historic ticket.”
“As an African American woman legislator myself, I’m beaming with pride and filled with so many emotions during this historic moment in our nation’s history,” said Philadelphia City Councilmember Cherelle Parker. “I could not be more excited and ready to fight alongside our first Black female running mate, Kamala Harris and Vice President Biden - as we work to restore the soul of our nation.”
”Once again, Joe Biden has demonstrated that he has what it takes to get our country back on track,” said Pennsylvania Democratic Party Chairwoman Nancy Patton Mills. “In Senator Harris, he has chosen a dedicated public servant, fierce advocate for justice, and tireless fighter for workers. Pennsylvania families can rest assured that a Biden-Harris ticket will lead our country into a brighter future — and that starts with a resounding victory on November 3rd.”
“Both Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have devoted their careers to fighting for the backbone of our nation -- the essential people who feel the weight of injustice the most,” said Pennsylvania CASA State Director Thais Carrero. “In a Biden-Harris White House, equity will be a priority, not a dream.”
Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania State Attorney General
https://twitter.com/JoshShapiroPA/status/1293282061625831430?s=20
Senator Bob Casey:
https://twitter.com/Bob_Casey/status/1293298260489142273?s=20
Congressman Conor Lamb
https://twitter.com/ConorLambPA/status/1293307613350899712?s=20
Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon
https://twitter.com/marygayscanlon/status/1293305378495705088?s=20
State Sen. Katie Muth
https://twitter.com/SenatorMuth/status/1293286212225073154
State Rep. Malcom Kenyatta
https://twitter.com/malcolmkenyatta/status/1293285280250761218
Nina Ahmad, Candidate for Pennsylvania State Auditor General
https://twitter.com/NinaAhmadPHL/status/1293296662664839169?s=20
Pennsylvania Democratic Party:
https://twitter.com/PADems/status/1293284523954835462?s=20
