Harris commits to peaceful transfer of power

 

Wednesday, November 6 As we move into 2025, Democracy Docket’s mission has never been more important. We remain committed to tracking lawsuits that affect voting rights and holding those who undermine democracy accountable. Thank you for your readership and support as the fight continues. Harris commits to peaceful transfer of power and will fight for democracy “We must accept the results of this election,” Vice President Kamala Harris said during her concession speech today at Howard University. “We will engage in a peaceful transfer of power.” Harris added that “a fundamental principle of American democracy is that when we lose an election, we accept the results” and “that principle as much as any other distinguishes democracy from monarchy or tyranny.” “We will never give up our fight for democracy,” Harris said. Two Black women make history in Senate History was made last night with the election of Angela Alsobrooks in Maryland and Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester in Delaware – marking the first time ever that two Black women will serve together in the U.S. Senate. Read here to learn how they'll fight for democracy. Josh Stein defeats right-wing extremist to become North Carolina governor North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein (D) defeated Republican challenger Mark Robinson — a right-wing candidate who has said he doesn’t think women should be allowed to vote — to become the state’s next governor. Read here to learn more about Stein and his road to the 2024 election. “In our democracy, the people should choose their representatives, not the other way around, and the state should be about protecting people’s right to vote, not restricting it,” Stein said. “As Governor, I will never stop fighting to make sure the people’s voting rights are protected.” Shomari Figures wins seat in new majority-Black district in Alabama Shomari Figures (D) flipped the 2nd congressional district of Alabama, a seat that was redrawn to have a Black majority following a court order. For the first time, Alabama will have two Black members of Congress serving simultaneously. Other victories for pro-democracy candidates Over the last few months, we interviewed pro-democracy candidates running for various offices in states across the country. Here’s who won: Angela Alsobrooks will become a U.S. Senator in Maryland. Lisa Blunt Rochester was elected as a U.S. Senator in Delaware. Kyra Harris Bolden will keep serving as a justice on the Michigan Supreme Court. Tammy Baldwin was re-elected as a U.S. Senator in Wisconsin. Bob Ferguson was elected as the governor of Washington. Updates on democracy-related ballot measures Voters rejected an amendment to ban gerrymandering in Ohio and approved measures to ban noncitizen voting in multiple states where the practice is already illegal. Read here to learn how the democracy-related ballot initiatives fared last night. DOJ to wind down cases against Trump U.S. Department of Justice officials will wind down the two federal criminal cases against President-elect Donald Trump before he takes office because a sitting president can’t be prosecuted, according to NBC News reporting.

from the bottom of my heart

 

This grassroots team never ceases to amaze me. I’m thrilled to announce that we had a huge outpouring of grassroots support before midnight. I couldn’t be more thankful for your support. When folks get a look at our numbers report, they’re going to see what we’ve known all along: We’re a force to be reckoned with, and we’ve got the momentum, the experience, and the strength to deliver a big, decisive victory in November. Thanks to grassroots supporters like you, we’re going to keep racking up wins between now and election day. We’re going to talk to voters at their doors, on the phones, and in their communities. We’re going to recruit, organize, and mobilize staff and volunteers. We’re going to get our Maryland-first message in front of voters, and set the record straight on Republican Larry Hogan and who he’ll stand with in the Senate. We’re going to be able to do all that and more thanks to this grassroots team. Thank you for your support and dedication to this campaign, Angela Alsobrooks DONATE P.S. Recurring monthly donations help our campaign plan ahead, hire and train staff, and allocate our resources more effectively to win in November. If you’re able to commit to becoming an official Team Alsobrooks Campaign Sustainer, you can set up a recurring monthly donation by clicking here. Thanks for your continued support! Paid for by Alsobrooks for Senate Alsobrooks for Senate PO Box 6058 Largo, MD 20792

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Memorial Day 🇺🇸

 

Memorial Day is a chance to honor the lives of servicemembers who died defending our country — people who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to a nation, its people, and its ideals. Their dedication, their commitment, and their service are what make our democracy possible. It’s important that we always remember those who came before us and fought so that our country’s promise of hope and equality is able to continue serving as a shining beacon for the rest of the world. But it’s also important that we look to the future and do so with the context and understanding of where we’ve been. With an eye to the future, we must continue in our never-ending pursuit of progress. We owe it to those that came before us to leave the world a better place for our children and grandchildren. Today is a reminder that we must take care of one another, and that things like opportunity, equality, and freedom are worth fighting for. And it’s a reminder that as a country, we’re at our strongest when we work together to achieve big things. Thank you and Happy Memorial Day! With gratitude, Angela Alsobrooks

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Top News: Student Debt Crisis 'Would Likely Worsen' If Trump Elected

 

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 ■ Today's Top News  'Most Thorough Legal Analysis' Yet Concludes Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza The University Network for Human Rights report also stresses that other nations are legally obligated to "refrain from recognizing Israel's breaches as legal or taking any actions that may amount to complicity." By Jessica Corbett BE SELFISH! THE US NEEDS AN EDUCATED WORKFORCE TO COMPETE IN A GLOBAL ECONOMY!  Analysis Warns Student Debt Crisis 'Would Likely Worsen' If Trump Elected The Project 2025 Mandate for Leadership declares that "there should be no loan forgiveness." By Jessica Corbett THIS IS A DISGRACE!  Cable News Refused to Report Trump's Bombshell Quid Pro Quo Offer to Big Oil Execs "The most under-covered Trump story is his complete selling-out of the American people on issues they care about most," one political insider said. By Olivia Rosane Biden Moves Forward With 'Immoral' $1 Billion Arms Shipment to Israel The new shipment was announced "right after the State Department admits Israel has 'likely' used U.S.-supplied weapons in violation of humanitarian law," said one journalist. By Julia Conley World Leaders Blasted Over 'Grave' Violations of International Law by Israel "The first step for Third States in upholding their own legal obligations to ensure [international humanitarian law] is respected is to stop the Rafah invasion, open all land crossings and lift internal barriers for humanitarian access," said an international coalition. By Jon Queally CONGRATULATIONS ANGELA ALSOBROOKS!  NOW LET'S SUPPORT HER! 'Billionaire Bully' for Big Business Defeated in Record-Setting Maryland Primary Race Prince George's County executive Angela Alsobrooks wins Democratic nomination for open U.S. Senate seat over retail wine magnet David Trone, who self-funded his campaign with over $60 million. By Jon Queally

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MARYLAND: Sarbanes Backs Alsobrooks

 

Dear Friend:   You may have heard that former Republican Governor, Larry Hogan, has entered the race for the U.S. Senate in Maryland, so the contest is getting some more attention.    But I was already paying attention because I'm so excited about the outstanding candidate we have in Angela Alsobrooks. You can learn more about her here. Angela will make a terrific United States Senator! Her experience as a prosecutor and county executive gives her a real world perspective on what Maryland families care about.   And Angela is already a strong voice on the key issues that will be debated at the national level:  Protecting a woman's right to choose. Safeguarding our voting rights and pushing back against the billionaires and megacorporations that are corrupting our economy. Making health care more affordable by strengthening the Affordable Care Act and cracking down on profiteering pharmaceutical companies.  Expanding housing opportunities to address America's dire housing crisis. Passing meaningful gun safety legislation to curb the epidemic of gun violence that is ravaging America.   Championing legislation that will protect the Chesapeake Bay and combat climate change.  This tells you a lot about her priorities, but her values and her principles are what impress me the most.  Angela is in it for the right reasons and will fight for the many, not the money. She wants to lift up Maryland families in every community and empower people to live their best lives. Compassion, intellect and a fierce work ethic. And above all, a commitment to serve. That's what our country needs now more than ever and that's who Angela is. Please join me in supporting Angela Alsobrooks to be our next United States Senator! Thank you,  Congressman John Sarbanes

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