2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Julián Castro Travels to California on November 16-17, 2019

Julián Castro to Speak at California Democratic Party Forum
Secretary Castro to attend meet-and-greet with Black Women and join forum with Latino voters

SAN ANTONIO, TX (November 14, 2019) – On Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17, presidential candidate, former Obama Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Mayor of San Antonio, Texas, Julián Castro will travel to Los Angeles to attend the California Democratic Party's presidential forum, hosted by Univision.

Before the forum on Saturday, Secretary Castro will participate in a meet-and-greet with prominent activists and civic leaders. On Sunday, Secretary Castro will attend the 2019 Democratic Presidential Forum on Latino Issues at California State University.

Saturday, November 16, 2019

MEET-AND-GREET
WHAT: Secretary Castro will attend a meet-and-greet hosted by Rosa Clemente, Melina Abdullah, Patrisse Cullors

WHERE: The Umoja Center, 3347 W 43rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90008

WHEN: Saturday, November 16, 2019 - 10:30am PST - 12:30pm PST

WHO: Secretary Castro, California Democrats

CALIFORNIA DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRESIDENTIAL FORUM HOSTED BY UNIVISION
WHAT: Secretary Castro will attend a presidential forum hosted by the California Democratic Party and Univision

WHERE: Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

WHEN: Saturday, November 16, 2019 - 3:00pm PST - 4:45pm PST
Secretary Castro will speak at 4:10pm PST

WHO: Secretary Castro, California Democrats

CALIFORNIA PROGRESSIVE CAUCUS MEETING
WHAT: Secretary Castro will deliver remarks at the California Progressive Caucus Meeting during the California Democratic Party Convention

WHERE: Long Beach Convention Center, Grand ballroom room 1-3, 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

WHEN: Saturday, November 16, 2019 - 7:00pm PST - 8:30pm PST

WHO: Secretary Castro, California Progressive Caucus Democrats

Sunday, November 17, 2019

2019 DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL FORUM ON LATINO ISSUES
WHAT: 2019 Democratic Presidential Forum on Latino Issues, sponsored by California State University, the California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation, and Californians for Humane Immigrant Rights Leadership Action Fund.

WHERE: Luckman Intimate Theatre, Cal State Los Angeles, 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHEN: Sunday, November 17, 2019 - 10:00am PST - 12:00pm PST

WHO: Secretary Castro

Amy Klobuchar To Speak At Real America Presidential Forum In Long Beach

Senator Amy Klobuchar To Speak At Real America Presidential Forum In Long Beach

LONG BEACH, CA — On Saturday, Senator Amy Klobuchar will speak at the California Democratic Party and Univision’s 2019 Real America Presidential Forum where she will share her optimistic economic agenda and plans to build a strong coalition to win big in 2020.

The visit to the Golden State comes following a breakout debate performance — after which she raised $2 million in a week and has surged in momentum to qualify for the November and December debates.

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Klobuchar to speak at Real America Presidential Forum
WHAT: Saturday, November 16 at 4:45 p.m. PT
WHERE: Pacific Ballroom LBA, Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

Kamala Harris to Attend California Democratic Party Convention Events Nov. 15-16, Latino Issues Forum Nov. 17

Kamala Harris to Attend California Democratic Party Convention Events Nov. 15-16, Latino Issues Forum Nov. 17

Senator Kamala Harris will attend California Democratic Party Convention events in Long Beach on Friday, November 15 and Saturday, November 16, including the Real América Presidential Forum. On Sunday, November 17, Harris will speak at the Latino Issues Forum at Cal State Los Angeles. Harris will discuss her extensive record fighting for justice for Californians and her plans to stand for all Americans as President.

Throughout Harris’ career in California, she has taken on the big banks on behalf of homeowners, held big polluters accountable for exploiting vulnerable communities, pioneered criminal justice reform programs, and led the fight against Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda. As President, she will continue to fight for economic justice, housing justice, climate justice, criminal justice reform, among others. As Harris has said in town halls across the country, justice is on the ballot in 2020.

Friday, November 15

Long Beach Welcomes Kamala Harris
When: 8:25 pm
Where: Portuguese Bend Distilling: 300 The Promenade N, Long Beach, CA 90802

Equality CA LGBTQ Reception
When: 9:30 pm
Where: Hamburger Mary's, 330 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802

Saturday, November 16

Real América Presidential Forum
When: 4:00 PM Forum
Where: Pacific Ballroom, Long Beach Arena - Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center
300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

Sunday, November 17

Latino Issues Forum
When: 11:30 AM
Where: California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032

Andrew Yang to Visit California and Nevada on November 16-17, 2019

ANDREW YANG TO VISIT CALIFORNIA AND NEVADA

Andrew Yang will be in California and Nevada on November 16 and November 17. The following is his schedule (subject to change).

Saturday, November 16

California Democratic Party/Univision Presidential Forum
Yang will participate in the event from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. PT at Long Beach Arena. The forum will address issues important to Californians and Latino voters.

Sunday, November 17

Bet on Yang Rally
Yang will rally supporters and discuss his Humanity First platform.
3 p.m. to 5 p.m. PT
Rio All-Suites Hotel and Casino
3700 W Flamingo Rd
Brasilia Ball Room
Las Vegas, NV 89103
RSVP HERE https://www.mobilize.us/yang2020/event/154897/

First in the West
Yang will speak at the First in the West event hosted by the Nevada Democrats. It’s a chance for thousands of Democrats to hear from candidates ahead of the February 22 caucus. Yang will take the stage at approximately 9:40 p.m.

Tulsi Gabbard to Visit LA for Veterans Day Events, Hold Town Hall, Join Public Workout Session on November 10-11, 2019

Tulsi Gabbard to Visit LA for Veterans Day Events, Hold Town Hall, Join Public Workout Session

LOS ANGELES — Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard (U.S. Rep, Hawaii), the first female combat veteran ever to run for President, will attend the Inaugural Los Angeles County Veterans Day Service and host a town hall on Monday. She will also lead a Veterans Day workout at Crossfit Santa Monica on Sunday. Owned and run by Navy Seals, the work out is sure to be a fun and challenging “smoke session.”

At the town hall, Tulsi will share her vision for ending our engagement in costly regime change wars, the new Cold War and arms race, and investing US resources in serving the needs of the American people.

Public Schedule for Sunday, November 10, 2019

Tulsi’s Veterans Day Workout
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM PT
CrossFit Santa Monica
2433 Main St.
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Public Schedule for Monday, November 11, 2019

Inaugural Los Angeles County Veterans Day Service
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
LA Memorial Coliseum
3911 South Figueroa Street

Tulsi LA Town Hall
6 pm – 8 pm (Doors open at 5 pm) PT
The Proud Bird — Grand Ballroom
11022 Aviation Blvd.
Los Angeles CA

Bernie Sanders Kicks Off California Swing on November 15-17, 2019 ***Updated

Bernie Sanders Kicks Off California Swing on November 15-17, 2019 ***Updated
Sanders to visit Oakland, Fresno, East Los Angeles, and Long Beach

CALIFORNIA — Sen. Bernie Sanders will return to California on Friday, November 15, for a three-day swing across the Golden State. Stops include Oakland, Fresno, Long Beach, and East Los Angeles, where Latin/funk/hip-hop band Ozomatli will perform.

Bernie 2020 has seen an outpouring of support in the Golden State--particularly among young and Latino voters. The California campaign has surpassed 8 million attempted voter contacts, held more than 3,000 events, and more than 730,000 people have taken action with the campaign. Sanders’ sixth trip to California comes on the heels of the release of his bold, progressive immigration plan that would fundamentally overhaul immigration into a humane, lawful process that protects families and respects human rights.

“There is no doubt, the Latino community and young voters will deliver Bernie Sanders’ victory in the California primary,” said Rafael Návar, Bernie 2020 California State Director. “No other candidate is prepared to take on a system that has disenfranchised hard working people. Californians understand that only Senator Sanders has the vision to make housing affordable, create tuition-free public colleges, and fight for the good-paying, union jobs that all Americans deserve. The Latino community is the strength of our grassroots movement in the Golden State, and we do not underestimate their power in this election.”

Here is the itinerary:

Friday, November 15

1:30 p.m. NNU Official Bernie Sanders Endorsement Event
National Nurses United Offices, 155 Grand, Oakland, CA

6:00 p.m. Bernie 2020 Green New Deal Fresno Rally
Veterans Peace Memorial Lawn, Fresno City College, 1101 E University Ave, Fresno, CA 93704
Information for the public: Doors open at 4:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required, but an RSVP is encouraged. Entrance is provided on a first come, first served basis. Parking is limited; attendees are encouraged to walk, bike, or carpool. https://act.berniesanders.com/event/event-bernie-sanders/44039/

Saturday, November 16

12:00 p.m. Bernie 2020 Rally in Eastside Los Angeles with Ozomatli
Woodrow Wilson Senior High School 4500 Multnomah St, Los Angeles, CA 90032
Information for the public: Doors open at 10:30 a.m. This event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required, but an RSVP is encouraged. Entrance is provided on a first come, first served basis. Parking is available on site and as well as on Multnomah Street, Wilson Way and the surrounding area; attendees are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit.

Attendees can take the DASH to the following nearby stations
Multnomah St. & Wilson Way
Eastern / Druid
Eastern Ave. & Druid St  https://act.berniesanders.com/event/event-bernie-sanders-attend/44416

5:00 p.m. Univision & California Democratic Party's Real América Presidential Forum
Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802
Information for the public: tickets and registration are required for entry. Non-delegate tickets are currently sold out.

Sunday, November 17

10:30 a.m. 2019 Democratic Presidential Forum on Latino Issues
Luckman Intimate Theatre at Cal State LA, 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032
This event has been pre-ticketed and is not open to the public.

Amy Klobuchar To Return To California For Meet And Greet Ahead of California Democratic Convention

Senator Amy Klobuchar To Return To California For Meet And Greet Ahead of CA Dem Convention

SAN CARLOS, CA — On Thursday, Senator Amy Klobuchar will return to California for a meet and greet in San Carlos. Senator Klobuchar will share her optimistic economic agenda and plans to build a strong coalition and win big in 2020 with voters at Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company.

The visit to the Golden State comes following a breakout debate performance — after which she raised $2 million in a week and has surged in momentum to qualify for the November and December debates.

WHO: Senator Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Klobuchar to hold meet and greet
WHEN: Thursday, November 14 at 7:00 p.m. PT
WHERE: Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company, 935 Washington St., San Carlos, CA 94070

Joe Biden to Travel to California on Thursday, November 14, 2019

Joe Biden to Travel to California on Thursday, November 14, 2019

On Thursday, November 14, Joe Biden will travel to California. Biden will lay out his vision for America and listen to voters’ concerns and ideas around restoring the soul of the nation, rebuilding the middle class, and unifying the country.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14

Community Event with Joe Biden in Los Angeles, CA
Doors Open: 2:00 PM PT
Event Start Time: 2:30 PM PT

Where: Los Angeles Trade Technical College, 400 West Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Event Attendance: Members of the public who wish to attend can RSVP HERE.

Joe Biden for President Announces Key Staff in Super Tuesday and Battleground States

Joe Biden for President Announces Key Staff in Super Tuesday and Battleground States

State Directors Announced for California and Massachusetts, Senior Advisor Announced for Florida
Today, Biden for President is announcing key staff for Super Tuesday and battleground states as Vice President Joe Biden’s campaign strengthens and expands across the country. Joe has established robust organizations in the early primary and caucus states while simultaneously building out strong bases of support and infrastructure in the Super Tuesday battlegrounds and beyond.

Today’s hires are respected leaders with a breadth of experience. Molly Ritner will serve as Director of Super Tuesday States at Biden for President’s headquarters, leading the campaign’s growing efforts beyond the first four states. Jessica Mejía will serve as California State Director, John Laadt will serve as Massachusetts State Director, and Jackie Lee will serve as Florida Senior Advisor.

Joe Biden has won the backing of more than 550 endorsers from around the country, particularly in significant Super Tuesday states like Alabama, California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and North Carolina as well as consequential battleground states like Florida, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Today’s hires will continue building Joe’s diverse and winning coalition in these key states, and the campaign will continue expanding operations in the coming months.

“Today we are proud to begin forming a talented team of campaign veterans and Democratic strategists that will help Vice President Joe Biden build a broad, diverse, and enduring coalition across the country to pave the way to the Democratic nomination and ensure he beats Donald Trump like a drum next November,” said Molly Ritner, Director of Super Tuesday States, Biden for President. “Joe’s message around restoring the soul of the nation, rebuilding the middle class, and unifying the country is resonating with voters throughout the nation, including key Super Tuesday states that will help secure the nomination and crucial battleground states that Democrats will win back from Trump.”

“I am incredibly excited to be joining Vice President Joe Biden’s campaign as its California State Director,” said Jessica Mejía, California State Director, Biden for President. “California is a diverse and delegate-rich state that will play a crucial role in selecting the Democratic nominee, which means that we need a candidate for president that can build the broadest and most powerful coalition of voters. That candidate is Joe Biden, a leader with a proven track record of bringing people together to get things done.”

“Today I am proud to join Vice President Joe Biden in the battle for the soul of our nation and build a robust campaign in the Bay State,” said John Laadt, Massachusetts State Director, Biden for President. “Massachusetts is a key primary state and Joe Biden will compete for every vote. The stakes of this election are monumental, which is why we need a nominee who will make sure that Donald Trump is a one-term president — it’s why we need Joe Biden.”

“From prominent state legislators to statewide figures to distinguished community leaders, Vice President Joe Biden has earned the support of Floridians from across the state, and I am honored today to officially become a part of Team Joe,” said Jackie Lee, Florida Senior Advisor, Biden for President. “Sunshine Staters know that Joe will fight to protect their health care, ensure everybody can be a part of the middle class, and restore the soul of the nation. Florida is a crucial state in this primary — and one that Joe Biden can and will win.”

About Today’s Key Hires

Molly Ritner, Director of Super Tuesday States
Molly Ritner most recently served as the DCCC National Political Director, overseeing the offensive efforts to ensure Democrats are positioned to protect and expand their majority in the House. In 2018, Ritner was part of the DCCC’s team that flipped the House with a focus on the Midwest and Mountain West, winning nine Red to Blue districts, including six districts that President Trump won in 2016. Ritner has previously served as a campaign manager and finance director on top tier gubernatorial, House, and local races across the country.

Jessica Mejía, California State Director
Jessica Mejía most recently served as Western Regional Director for EMILY’s List where she led recruitment and campaign efforts in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas, helping an unprecedented number of women run for office and win at the state and local level. She also focused on winning the west with Hillary for America in 2016 as the Western Regional Political Director and Regional States Director.

John Laadt, Massachusetts State Director
John Laadt has been active in state, local, and national campaigns in the Bay State since 2010. He held roles on Hillary Clinton’s 2016 campaign in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, and he most recently served as campaign manager for Boston Mayor Marty Walsh's re-election in 2017. He is a graduate of Boston College and is on leave from pursuing his master's degree from the NYU Wagner School of Public Service.

Jackie Lee, Florida Senior Adviser
Jackie Lee is a Founding Partner of JLee Strategies in Orlando, Florida and a campaign veteran who has worked on a variety of national and state races. She first entered Florida politics in 2006 where she helped Senator Bill Nelson win re-election. She was part of the Florida leadership team to elect President Obama in both 2008 and 2012. She has also delivered wins for two ballot amendments that expanded voting rights in Florida, the Florida Fair Districts Amendments in 2010 and Florida Restorations of Rights Amendment 4 in 2018.

Andrew Yang Hosting Rally in San Francisco on Sunday, October 27, 2019

Andrew Yang Hosting Rally in San Francisco on Sunday, October 27, 2019

Andrew Yang is bringing his campaign to San Francisco. Several thousand members of the Yang Gang showed up for the last SF rally, and the campaign has only grown since then. The rally will feature Yang talking about the coming automation wave brought on by advances in technology and AI. He’ll address his platform and vision for an America with a Humanity First economy.

October 27
Doors open at 3 p.m.
Civic Center Plaza
335 McAllister St
San Francisco, CA 94102