ONEIDA COUNTY DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE CHAIR MITCHELL G. FORD STATEMENT ON
PRESIDENT BIDEN'S DECISION
July 22, 2024: Yesterday, President Joe Biden made a historic
announcement, announcing his decision not to seek reelection and
offering his full support and endorsement to Vice President Kamala
Harris as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States.
This marks a significant moment for the Democratic Party and our
country, highlighting President Biden's unwavering selflessness and
commitment to prioritizing the interests of the United States and
everyday Americans.
President Biden's tenure will be remembered for its numerous
achievements, including leading the nation out of the COVID-19
pandemic through the American Rescue Plan Act, making historic
investments in infrastructure with the Infrastructure Investment and
Jobs Act, enacting significant climate legislation through the
Inflation Reduction Act, and promoting domestic semiconductor
manufacturing with the CHIPS and Science Act. His administration's
efforts have laid the groundwork for a prosperous and secure future
for America.
The Oneida County Democratic Committee extends our deepest gratitude
to President Biden for his dedicated service and statesmanship
throughout the decades that he has served this country. I am confident
that his remaining months in office will continue to reflect the
stability and competence that have characterized his presidency.
As we look ahead, we recognize the grave threats to both the
Democratic Party's prospects in the upcoming November elections and
the future of American democracy. The recent attack on Donald Trump in
Butler, Pennsylvania, has resulted in his resurgence in national and
battleground state polls. A second Trump presidency poses significant
risks to American democracy, the lives of ordinary Americans, and the
global community. We must unite to prevent this outcome.
Our path forward is clear: we must rally behind Vice President Kamala
Harris. She has consistently performed similarly to President Biden
against Trump in polls and offers continuity with President Biden's
administration, as well as a strong vision for the future. Kamala
Harris brings a wealth of experience and commitment to civil service
with her as she has served as a district attorney, Attorney General, a
US Senator, and of course as Vice President.
Vice President Harris is an individual with the highest integrity,
capability and capacity for leadership and compassion - a stark
contrast and foil to the Republican nominee. She champions the right
to abortion, supports the creation of competitive jobs in American
industry, and has a track record of advocating for middle- and
low-income families. Her dedication to the interests of citizens
across the nation makes her an ideal candidate for President.
Vice President Harris already has the endorsement of all 50 State
Democratic Party Chairs, a majority of Democrats in Congress, and
nearly half of the country's Democratic governors (including New
York Governor Kathy Hochul). Since yesterday, she has raised $50
million dollars in grassroots donations from regular Americans who are
energized by her candidacy.
I am proud to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the next
President of the United States and look forward to attending the
Democratic National Convention next month as we unite behind Vice
President Harris and her historic candidacy as we work to preserve our
democracy.
Mitchell G. Ford, Chair
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Sangerfield Statement July 24, 2024
STATEMENT FROM THE SANGERFIELD DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE ON PRESIDENT BIDEN AND VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS
The Town of Sangerfield Democratic Committee wishes to thank President Joe Biden for his long years of honorable service to his country, especially his tenure as president. He will long be remembered for his effort to recognize and guide us out of the COVID-19 pandemic; his leadership in securing Congressional passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act; and his promotion of semiconductor manufacturing on these shores — and in Central New York in particular — through the CHIPS and Science Act. History will note that during his tenure this nation enjoyed unparalleled employment and record high financial markets, despite repeated predictions of recession. It also will note how he accomplished these things despite having to deal with perhaps the most dysfunctional House of Representatives in the nation's history.We likewise applaud President Biden's courageous decision to end his re-election campaign and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris to succeed him. Although we share the president's belief that he remains capable of leading this country, we recognize, as he eventually did, that perception becomes reality and that the growing perception that he was no longer capable was undermining his re-election campaign, his presidency and ultimately the imperative to preserve our democracy. Thank you, Mr. President, for putting your country before your political ambitions.Like President Biden, we believe Kamala Harris offers our nation the best opportunity to preserve freedom of choice, combat climate change, extend prosperity to all Americans and most importantly, assure America's greatness through world leadership, not retreat.
We encourage not only our fellow Democrats but also our independent and Republican neighbors to choose her in November and ensure that she will be taking the oath of office on the Capitol steps on Jan. 20.Benjamin Wood, Chair
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