WHAT THEY ARE SAYING:
Iowa 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 Iowa applauded the selection:
“Today, America took a leap toward progress,” said business leader and activist Deidre DeJear. “I am incredibly proud to have someone like Kamala Harris leading to stand for each and every one of us. Kamala has always believed in the promise of this state and our country, and is fighting to make sure that promise is fulfilled for all Americans. We deserve a president and vice president with the knowledge and experience to unite this nation, to help us combat this pandemic, and to build a better America. I couldn't be more inspired about the future of this country.”
“I am thrilled that Vice President Biden selected Senator Kamala Harris to be his running mate,” said former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack. “Senator Harris is a fierce advocate for those struggling for a piece of the American Dream. Senator Harris will help Vice President Biden prosecute the case against the Trump-Pence Administration for mishandling the pandemic and so much more. Senator Harris will help Vice President Biden hold President Trump accountable for the poor Iowa farm economy resulting from a disastrous trade war and the Trump Administration siding with Big Oil at the expense of our ethanol industry. Senator Harris joining Vice President Biden on the ticket continues to help build the momentum for next week’s Democratic Party Convention.”
“The selection of Senator Kamala Harris to complete the Democratic ticket is historic,” said Linn County Supervisor Stacey Walker. “It is a significant moment for African Americans, for women, and for the country as a whole. Senator Harris will speak to a dynamic and diverse coalition, energize the base, and bring Americans together. I look forward to working with Senator Harris to elect Vice President Biden in the fall.”
“Iowa Democrats are thrilled to have Kamala Harris on the ticket with Joe Biden this November because she shares Biden’s view of standing up for the backbone of this country: working families,” said Iowa Democratic Party Chair Mark Smith. “Kamala Harris is a trailblazer who will be ready on Day One to fight for Iowans and all Americans. As a Senator and the Attorney General of California, she’s stood up for working families and social justice to move our country forward. Kamala Harris has already proven she has the courage and tenacity required to take on the tough, important battles and win.”
Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand
https://twitter.com/RobSandIA/status/1293354792023195648
Waterloo State Rep. Ras Smith
https://twitter.com/rassmith62/status/1293286201156415494
Ames State Rep. Ross Wilburn
https://twitter.com/ross_wilburn/status/1293343844243853313
