2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Steve Bullock to Participate in Education and Climate Town Halls in DC

Governor Bullock to Participate in Education and Climate Town Halls in DC

Governor Bullock to Bring His Message of Progressive Reform Directly to Voters in DC

Thursday, September 19th

American Federation of Teachers Member Town Hall

WHAT
Governor Bullock will participate in an AFT Votes Town Hall with AFT President Randi Weingarten and Washington Teachers' Union President Elizabeth Davis.

WHEN
4:30pm ET | Doors Open 4:00pm ET

WHERE
American Federation of Teachers
555 New Jersey Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
4th Floor Conference Room

Friday, September 20th

STOP 1 - MSNBC Climate Forum

WHAT
Governor Bullock will participate in MSNBC’s Climate Forum at Georgetown University.

WHEN
10:15 AM ET

WHERE
The Forum will be livestreamed online on MSNBC.

Steve Bullock to Speak at Polk Dems Steak Fry, Continue “State House to the White House Tour” Across Iowa

Governor Bullock to Speak at Polk Dems Steak Fry, Continue “State House to the White House Tour” Across Central and Western Iowa

On 3-Day Tour, Governor Bullock Will Boost Local Democrats as Part of 2020 Strategy to Win Back Places Democrats Have Lost

Friday, September 20th

STOP 1 – Dubuque County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to speak at Annual River Cruise Fundraiser for State Senator Pam Jochum in Dubuque.

WHEN
4:30 PM CT

WHERE
Cruise Departs From:
1630 E 16th St.
Dubuque, IA 52001

Saturday, September 21st

STOP 1 – Jasper County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to tour mainstreet businesses in Newton with State Representative Wes Breckenridge.

WHEN
9:30 AM CT

WHERE
Tour as follows:
Uncle Nancy's, 114 N 2nd W, Newton, IA 50208
Mattingly Music & Book Store, 113 W 2nd St N, Newton, IA 50208
Mr. Dan’s Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop, 215 1st Ave W, Newton, IA 50208
Midtown Cafe, 120 1st St N, Newton, IA 50208

STOP 2 – Polk County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to speak at Polk County Democrats’ Annual Steak Fry.

WHEN
12:50PM
Governor Bullock to greet supporters at Bullock for President Booth

1:30PM
Governor Bullock to use grilling techniques honed in Montana to serve up steaks

2:15PM
Governor Bullock to hold Media Availability

2:25PM
Governor Bullock to serve beer in the beer tent

4:25PM
Governor Bullock to speak on the Steak Fry stage, and be introduced by endorser Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller

WHERE
Water Works Park
2201 George Flagg Pkwy.
Des Moines, IA 50321

Sunday, September 22nd

STOP 1 – Woodbury County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to speak at Emerge Iowa House Party in Sioux City.

WHEN
11:00 AM CT

WHERE
Home of Katie and Ron Colling
3065 Valley Dr
Sioux City, IA 51104

STOP 2 – Carroll County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to host meet & greet in Carroll.

WHEN
2:30 PM CT

WHERE
Ski’s Sandwich Shop
127 W 5th St.
Carroll, IA 51401

STOP 3 – Story County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to speak at Story County Democrats’ Fall BBQ in Nevada, IA.

WHEN
5:30 PM CT

WHERE
825 15th St.
Nevada, IA 50201

 

Steve Bullock Response to Tonight’s Democratic Debate

Governor Steve Bullock Response to Tonight’s Democratic Debate

Des Moines, IA – After a Democratic debate that failed to put forward a coherent strategy to win back places Democrats have lost, or pay more than lip service to the issue of our time — money in politics — Montana Governor Steve Bullock released the following statement.

“This election is about making our economy and our democracy work again for the millions of Americans that Washington has left behind. That will be virtually impossible if we can’t end the toxic influence of money in politics, and there wasn’t a single question asked about how we’re going to accomplish that,” said Montana Governor Steve Bullock. “I’m the only candidate in this field who has led the fight against money in politics and with real victories to show for it. If we want to get anything done, we need to start by getting the corrupting influence of money out of our elections. This is the fight of our time, and it’s been the fight of my career — and I’m going to keep fighting until we win.”

Steve Bullock to Campaign with Christie Vilsack in Iowa on September 12-13, 2019

Governor Steve Bullock to Campaign with Christie Vilsack in Iowa

On Day of DNC Debate, Governor Bullock Will Speak Directly With Iowa Caucus-Goers

Trip Comes as Bullock Continues to Build Support with Iowa Endorsements, Widely Praised Plan for Rural America

Thursday, September 12th

STOP 1 – Polk County

WHAT
Governor Bullock and former First Lady of Iowa Christie Vilsack to host a Fair Shot for Rural America roundtable discussion in Des Moines.

WHEN
1:30 PM CT

WHERE
Jasper Winery
2400 George Flagg Pkwy.
Des Moines, IA 50321

STOP 2 – Dallas County

WHAT
Governor Bullock and former First Lady of Iowa Christie Vilsack to host a meet & greet in Clive.

WHEN
3:30 PM CT

WHERE
Granite City Food & Brewery
12801 University Ave.
Clive, IA 50325

Friday, September 13th

STOP 1 – Polk County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to join Caucus for Kids Facebook Live with Every Child Matters in Iowa in Des Moines.

WHEN
9:00 AM CT

WHERE
New Horizons Academy
450 SW 9th Street
Des Moines, IA 50309

STOP 2 – Polk County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to join Iowa Press with Iowa Public TV.

WHEN
Iowa Press will air on Iowa Public TV on Friday, September 13th at 7:30pm CT and Sunday, September 15th at 12pm CT.

Steve Bullock on DNC Debate Rules

Governor Steve Bullock on DNC Debate Rules: This Process Won’t Help Us Beat Donald Trump

Helena, MT – Following billionaire Tom Steyer’s qualification for the DNC debates in October after spending $12 million on advertising in his first six weeks, Montana Governor Steve Bullock released the following statement:

“At this point, there isn’t much left to be said regarding a set of rules that have allowed a billionaire to bankroll his way onto the debate stage, while Governors and Senators with decades of public service experience have been forced out of the race,” said Montana Governor Steve Bullock. “This process is failing Democrats and does nothing to help us beat Donald Trump next November. People deserve a democratic process that elevates candidates based on the strength of their experience and ideas — not the size of their bank accounts. At the end of the day, this race is going to be decided by voters on the ground and not party leaders in Washington. I will continue taking my case directly to the voters as we fight for a fair shot for every American.”

Steve Bullock at NH Democratic Party Convention

Governor Steve Bullock at NH Democratic Party Convention: The American Dream is on the Ballot

Manchester, NH – At the end of a week that saw him roll out a comprehensive plan to revitalize rural America, Montana Governor Steve Bullock addressed the New Hampshire Democratic Party Convention with a message of bringing people together to defeat Donald Trump and make government work again.

As the only candidate in the field to have won and governed a Trump state, Governor Bullock is uniquely qualified to bridge the divides not only in the Democratic Party, but across the country. Throughout his career, Bullock has worked to bring people together to get things done to make people’s lives better. Time and again, he’s made his case — successfully — to places Democrats have failed to win for decades. If we’re going to beat Donald Trump, we need a candidate that can win back places we lost. Governor Bullock will do just that.

Steve Bullock Statement on September Debate

Governor Steve Bullock Statement on September Debate

Helena, MT – In response to the September DNC debate announcement, Montana Governor Steve Bullock released the following statement:

“I’m the only one in the field who has won and governed a Trump state. I’m now the only Governor running for the Democratic nomination. And I’m the only candidate who has made actual strides in getting the corrupting influence of money out of our elections," said Montana Governor Steve Bullock. "There are over 150 days before voters express their preference in Iowa and New Hampshire. It’s those voters in early states and across the country who will decide this election.”

Governor Bullock will be in Iowa talking directly with voters during the Houston debate. Further details to be announced.

Iowa State Rep. Bruce Bearinger, Webster County Supervisor Mark Campbell Endorse Steve Bullock

Iowa State Rep. Bruce Bearinger, Webster County Supervisor Mark Campbell Endorse Governor Bullock

New Iowa Endorsements Add to Growing List of Rural and Swing-County Democratic Leaders Supporting Governor Bullock

Des Moines, IA – Today, Governor Bullock announced the addition of four new endorsements, predominantly from Iowa swing-counties: Fayette County State Representative Bruce Bearinger, Webster County Supervisor Mark Campbell, Jasper County activist Laura Engel, and Madison County farmer Dan Ryner.

The endorsements come ahead of Governor Bullock’s “State House to the White House” Town Hall Tour, traveling to Iowa counties that went from Obama to Trump in 2016 with a focus on electing Democrats up and down the ticket in 2020. Fayette, Webster, and Jasper Counties flipped from Obama to Trump by an average of 28% in 2016.

With more than 150 days until the Iowa Caucus, enthusiasm continues to build around Governor Bullock being the candidate who can beat Donald Trump and ensure that Iowa’s concerns are met with action in Washington. Governor Bullock now has the endorsement of 12 prominent Iowa Democrats -- including Attorney General Tom Miller and DNC Member Jan Bauer.

Montana Governor Steve Bullock:
“This election is about bringing Americans together to create a government that will ensure everyone has a fair shot — no matter where you’re from or who you vote for. I’m proud to have support from Democrats who are leading the fight to restore a voice to the places that Republicans in the Iowa State Capitol and Washington have left behind.”

Bruce Bearinger, four-term State Representative for House District 64 (Fayette County), former high school teacher, and former Education Director for Iowa State Extension in Buchanan:
“Steve Bullock is the voice we need fighting for rural Iowa. As the Governor of a rural state who lives in the same small town where he grew up, Steve understands the unique hardships we face — in our schools, hospitals, and farms. And working with a legislature more Republican than our own, he’s proven he can bring those priorities across the finish line. I’m proud to endorse Steve’s campaign for President, because I know his work for our communities begins on Day One.”

Mark Campbell, Chair of the Webster County Board of Supervisors and small business owner:
“Too often, politicians have walked away from rural and small communities like mine — but not Governor Bullock. Steve campaigns where others will not, and he connects with voters in a way that others cannot. That’s precisely the character we need leading our Democratic Party. Steve has earned my support, because he is the candidate who will win back the places Democrats have lost and make sure the needs of rural and small-town Iowa are never forgotten.”

Laura Engle, Jasper County activist:
“If we don’t have a nominee who can win back places that Democrats have lost, Donald Trump is going to be reelected. That’s why I’m endorsing Governor Steve Bullock. In a state Trump won by 20%, Steve’s won statewide three times, elected by both the Democratic base and some Trump voters with a message that he’ll fight for everyone. That’s the leadership that will elect Democrats spanning from the State House to the White House in 2020.”

Dan Ryner, Madison County crop and livestock farmer:
“I’m endorsing Governor Bullock because he’s the candidate that speaks for rural communities. He has the agricultural experience and executive leadership to end this trade war, and he appeals across the political spectrum by focusing on common sense solutions that bring Americans together. Rural America needs him as our next President.”

Steve Bullock to Launch “State House to the White House” Town Hall Tour in Iowa on August 30 to September 2, 2019

Governor Bullock to Launch “State House to the White House” Town Hall Tour

Four-Day Tour Features Town Halls in Counties that Flipped from Obama to Trump, Focuses on Strategy to Win Up and Down Ballot in 2020

As the Only Governor and Candidate to Win a Trump State, Bullock to Lay Out Vision for Places Washington Has Left Behind

Friday, August 30th

STOP 1 – Winneshiek County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to host a "State House to the White House" Town Hall in Decorah. Winneshiek County flipped from Obama to Trump by 16% in 2016.

WHEN
1:00 PM CT

WHERE
The Lingonberry
218 W Water St.
Decorah, IA 52101

STOP 2 – Winneshiek County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to tour “tariff-proof” farm in Calmar. Winneshiek County flipped from Obama to Trump by 16% in 2016. “Tariff-proof” farms rely entirely on local and regional markets to sell their goods.

WHEN
3:30 PM CT

WHERE
2264 200th St.
Calmar, IA 52132

STOP 3 – Mitchell County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to host a "State House to the White House" Meet & Greet in Osage. Mitchell County flipped from Obama to Trump by 27% in 2016.

WHEN
6:00 PM CT

WHERE
Teluwut Grille House & Pub
627 Main St.
Osage, IA 50461

Saturday, August 31st

STOP 1 – Fayette County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to host a "State House to the White House" Meet & Greet with State Representative Bruce Bearinger in Oelwein. Fayette County flipped from Obama to Trump by 31% in 2016.

WHEN
9:00 AM CT

WHERE
Mona’s Firepit
1 W Charles St. Suite 7
Oelwein, IA 50662

STOP 2 – Clayton County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to host a "State House to the White House" Town Hall in Elkader. Clayton County flipped from Obama to Trump by 30% in 2016.

WHEN
11:30 AM CT

WHERE
Schera’s
107 S Main St.
Elkader, IA 52043

STOP 3 – Linn County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to host a climate conversation with State Senator Rob Hogg in Cedar Rapids.

WHEN
3:00 PM CT

WHERE
Red Oak Pavilion in Bever Park
2700 Bever Ave. SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Sunday, September 1st

STOP 1 – Muscatine County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to host a "State House to the White House" Town Hall in Muscatine. Muscatine County flipped from Obama to Trump by 22% in 2016.

WHEN
11:00 AM CT

WHERE
Environmental Learning Center
3300 Cedar St.
Muscatine, IA 52761

STOP 2 – Clinton County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to join Clinton Labor Congress Labor Day Celebration in Clinton. Clinton County flipped from Obama to Trump by 28% in 2016.

WHEN
1:30 PM CT

WHERE
Eagle Point Park Lodge
4101 N 3rd St.
Clinton, IA 52732

STOP 3 – Delaware County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to host a "State House to the White House" House Party in Manchester.

WHEN
5:30 PM CT

WHERE
Home of Sharie and Jim Kernan
156 W Union St.
Manchester, IA 52057

Monday, September 2nd

STOP 1 – Dubuque County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to march in Dubuque Labor Day Parade. Dubuque County flipped from Obama to Trump by 16% in 2016.

WHEN
9:15 AM CT

WHERE
Staging Location: St. Patrick's Church
1425 Iowa St.
Dubuque, IA 52001

STOP 2 – Linn County

WHAT
Governor Bullock to join Cedar Rapids Hawkeye Area Labor Council Labor Day Picnic.

WHEN
1:00 PM CT

WHERE
Hawkeye Downs Expo Center
4400 6th St. SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council Endorses Steve Bullock for President

Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council Endorses Governor Steve Bullock for President

Council Chairman: Bullock Has “Earned Our Trust”

Helena, MT – Ahead of Monday’s Frank LeMare Native American Presidential Forum, the Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council, a consortium of tribes across Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming, endorsed Montana Governor Steve Bullock for President. Council Chairman Gerald Gray released the following statement:

“The Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council is proud to endorse Governor Bullock for President. For over a decade, he has been a proven leader in working with Montana Tribes to improve government-to-government relationships,” said Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council Chairman Gerald Gray. “He's fought alongside us to improve the lives of our people — from expanding access to affordable healthcare to investing in better educational and economic opportunities. Steve Bullock won't just be the President who understands Indian Country — he'll be the one who's earned our trust.”

“I’m honored to receive the endorsement of the Rocky Mountain Tribal Leaders Council,” Montana Governor Steve Bullock said. “Working together with tribal governments and our state legislature’s Indian Caucus, we’ve been able to make real progress in ensuring that everyone in Indian Country has a fair shot at success. As President, I’ll remain deeply committed to achieving social and economic justice for all Native American communities across the country."