Month: April 2021

Republican National Committee (RNC) Statement On Senator Tim Scott’s Response

RNC Statement On Senator Tim Scott's Response WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel released the following statement on Senator Tim Scott's response to Biden's joint address: “After a joint address packed with partisan lies, it was refreshing to hear my friend Senator Tim Scott hold Joe Biden accountable for his record of failure and tell Americans the truth. Senator Scott’s inspiring response outlined our winning Republican agenda, which will unite our nation and create more opportunities for every American. His life is a testament to the American dream -- which Joe Biden and Democrats are actively trying…

Republican National Committee (RNC) Statement on Joe Biden’s Joint Address

RNC Statement on Joe Biden's Joint Address WASHINGTON – Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel released the following statement on Joe Biden's joint address: “Joe Biden’s first 100 days in office have been an unqualified failure, including unprecedented attacks on energy workers, a humanitarian crisis at the border, and an America-last foreign policy agenda. Then there is his hyper-partisanship, as he and Democrats attempt to abolish the filibuster, pack the Supreme Court, and force through their H.R. 1 power grab. In his inaugural address, Biden called for unity. That was a lie, and our nation is worse off and…

Excerpts from Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by President Biden to a Joint Session of Congress

Excerpts from Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by President Biden to a Joint Session of Congress As I stand here tonight, we are just one day shy of the 100th day of my administration. 100 days since I took the oath of office—lifted my hand off our family Bible—and inherited a nation in crisis. The worst pandemic in a century. The worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. The worst attack on our democracy since the Civil War. Now—after just 100 days—I can report to the nation: America is on the move again. Turning peril into possibility. Crisis into opportunity.…

DNC Unveils New Billboard Campaign Thanking Him for Putting America Back on Track, Will Be Up One Week in Minneapolis

As President Biden Approaches 100th Day in Office, DNC Unveils New Billboard Campaign Anchored in Scranton Thanking Him for Putting America Back on Track Under Biden’s leadership, more than 1 million jobs have been created and over half of U.S. adults have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose Today, the Democratic National Committee is unveiling an updated billboard campaign across the country and a new billboard in President Biden’s hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania to thank the president for getting America back on track with vaccines in arms, checks in hands, and more than one million jobs created since he…

DNC Announces New Communications Staff Hires

DNC Announces New Communications Staff Hires Today, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison and Executive Director Sam Cornale announced additions to the Democratic National Committee’s communications team. Ammar Moussa has been hired as Rapid Response Director, and Adonna Biel has been named Deputy Rapid Response Director. Lucas Acosta has been brought on as Coalitions Director and Senior Spokesperson, and Brooke Goren has been named States Communications Director. Hyma Moore will be Regional Press Secretary, Allyson Bayless will serve as a Communications Associate, and Darcy Palder will serve as Press Assistant. These new hires will join Cassidy Geoghegan, who has been promoted to…

DNC on the Passing of Former Vice President Mondale

DNC on the Passing of Former Vice President Mondale In response to the passing of former Vice President Walter Mondale, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison released the following statement: “I am saddened to hear of the passing of former Vice President Walter Mondale. He was a true public servant and a trailblazer of the Democratic Party. He revolutionized the role of the vice presidency, and his leadership in fighting poverty impacted countless Americans and made our nation stronger. My thoughts are with his family and friends. His legacy and beautiful spirit will live on in us all.”

Republican Party of Minnesota (MN GOP) Statement on Passing of Walter Mondale

MN GOP Statement on Passing of Walter Mondale MINNEAPOLIS – Republican Party of Minnesota Chairwoman Jennifer Carnahan released the following statement: "Tonight we are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Walter Mondale. "While the country may remember Mondale as a longtime senator from our state or President Jimmy Carter’s Vice President, Minnesotans also know him as a kind and selfless family man as well as champion of higher education and the arts here in Minnesota along with his wife Joan. "In spite of our obvious political differences, there is no denying that Mondale always had the best interests…

Statement from President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Passing of Walter Mondale

Statement from President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Passing of Walter MondaleIt’s with great sadness that Jill and I learned of the passing of Vice President Walter Mondale, but great gratitude that we were able to call one of our nation’s most dedicated patriots and public servants a dear friend and mentor.Jill and I had the opportunity to speak to Fritz and his family over the weekend, to reflect on the years of friendship we shared, and how much we learned from and leaned on each other.When I arrived in the United States Senate in 1973,…

Vice President Kamala Harris Statement on the Passing of Vice President Walter Mondale

Vice President Kamala Harris Statement on the Passing of Vice President Walter MondaleVice President Walter Mondale led an extraordinary life of service. He defended our nation as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War, and he protected our Constitution as Minnesota’s Attorney General. As United States Senator, he fought for equal justice—working tirelessly to ban discrimination in housing and to build the Great Society.Under President Jimmy Carter, Vice President Mondale transformed the Office of the Vice President. He brought the President and the Vice President closer together, re-defining the relationship as a true partnership. Vice President…

Minnesota DFL Party Statement on the Passing of Walter Mondale

Minnesota DFL Party Statement on the Passing of Walter Mondale Today, Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party Chairman Ken Martin released the following statement on the passing of former Vice President Walter Mondale: “Today, Minnesota has lost our North Star. Former Vice President Walter Mondale was a moral, courageous, and principled leader whose tireless work to improve the lives of his fellow Americans and people across the globe has left an indelible mark on history. Fritz was also a friend and a mentor to myself and so many others, and I am deeply saddened by news of his passing. I would like to…