Massachusetts politicians react to Joe Biden winning the presidency
"Joe and Kamala will bring decency and competence to the White House," Sen. Elizabeth Warren said.
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker
I congratulate President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris on their victory.
This has been a long and divisive campaign, but now it is critical for us all to focus on the very real and immediate challenges facing this nation.
— Charlie Baker (@MAGovArchive) November 7, 2020
I congratulate President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris on their victory.
This has been a long and divisive campaign, but now it is critical for us all to focus on the very real and immediate challenges facing this nation.
— Charlie Baker (@MAGovArchive) November 7, 2020
…that can work collaboratively to fight COVID-19, rebuild our economy and give people hope that there will be a positive path forward.
— Charlie Baker (@MAGovArchive) November 7, 2020
Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Congratulations, President-elect @JoeBiden and Vice President-elect @KamalaHarris! Let’s go make some big, structural change. pic.twitter.com/XB1bw5HuXR
— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) November 7, 2020
The American people made it clear this week: they don’t want a government controlled by billionaires, giant corporations and their armies of lobbyists to favor the rich and powerful and corrupt our government. It’s time to take back our government and make it work for the people.
— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) November 7, 2020
Congratulations to President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris.
Congratulations to their families, to the thousands of Biden-Harris staff, and to the thousands of Democratic party officials and activists. Thank you to every organizer, volunteer, and grassroots supporter who has fought for years to deliver this hard-won victory.
Americans showed up in record-shattering numbers to make their voices heard. Joe and Kamala have won more votes than any candidate in history. And for the very first time, we’ve elected a woman as our Vice President. Millions of little girls who see themselves in Kamala will dream a little bigger tonight. Joe and Kamala will bring decency and competence to the White House. They understand what’s at stake and will lead us forward with purpose and moral clarity.
We need that kind of leadership because our country is in serious trouble. The coronavirus is getting worse, not better. We need to listen to the scientists. We need more testing, more personal protective equipment, and more contact tracing.
Our economic crisis is getting worse, not better. We fix this by getting the virus under control, protecting workers, making it safe for kids and teachers to be at school, and supporting restaurants and other small businesses.
A band-aid approach won’t get the job done. We have a mandate for action on bold plans to meet these twin health and economic crises. That’s what Americans deserve—and that’s what I’ll be pushing for every single day.
And we need structural change. The economy has been rigged against working people—especially people of color—for generations. The government has catered to the needs and wants of big corporations while everyone else gets left behind.
Yes, our country is divided, but whenever they are asked, voters of both parties make it clear in overwhelming numbers that they don’t want a government controlled by giant corporations and their lobbyists. In the past, steps to build unity and consensus in Washington have often meant turning over the keys to those corporations and lobbyists. We must resist this.
Democrats are the party of ideas and opportunity. We believe that everyone deserves a good job, a good education, and a good future. But we cannot just say it—we must show it.
We face victories and losses in the Election of 2020, but we can’t be worn out. Meeting this moment was always going to require more than flipping seats from red to blue.
There is much work to do. Our righteous fights make us stronger and more determined than ever. We must keep pushing until we’ve built the America of our greatest imaginations. So that when our children and grandchildren ask what we did to emerge from this dark chapter, we can say: We organized, we persisted—and we changed America.
Sen. Ed Markey
Now is the time for unity, healing, and taking action to address the crises confronting our country and our planet. We will rebuild and emerge stronger under the leadership of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. There will surely be hard times to come, but brighter days are ahead.
— Ed Markey (@EdMarkey) November 7, 2020
Congratulations Joe Biden and Kamala Harris! This is a historic victory for al Americans—for workers, immigrants, women, communities of color. For everyone who believes in science, equality, justice, and decency. We will rebuild and emerge stronger under their leadership.
— Ed Markey (@SenMarkey) November 7, 2020
Rep. Richard Neal
Congrats to President-elect @JoeBiden & VP-elect @KamalaHarris. We must work together to heal our nation from the pandemic and the deep divides that plague us. Joe’s candidacy was reassuring & I know he will govern the same way. Let’s get to work. https://t.co/49u7a2eV7w
— Rep. Richard Neal (@RepRichardNeal) November 7, 2020
Congratulations, 46!
— Richard Neal (@NealForCongress) November 7, 2020
Rep. Jim McGovern
The people have spoken & the goodness of America is shining through.
Congratulations @JoeBiden & @KamalaHarris. I look forward to working together to crush this virus, safely reopen our economy, repair the damage of the last 4 years & restore America’s leadership in the world.
— Rep. Jim McGovern (@RepMcGovern) November 7, 2020
The people have spoken, and the goodness of America is shining through. We will soon have a President and Vice President who believe in science, who defend human rights and stand up to bullies around the world, and who see the common dignity of every person on this planet. After years of divisiveness, the power of the White House will once again be used to bring our country together instead of tearing us apart. This is a historic day for America, and I want to specifically congratulate Kamala Harris for being the first woman and first woman of color to ever be elected Vice President of the United States. I look forward to working with the Biden administration to crush this virus, safely reopen our economy, rebuild our middle class, repair the damage of the last four years, and restore American leadership around the world.
Rep. Lori Trahan
Joe Biden & Kamala Harris are those leaders. That’s why a record number of Americans voted to send them to the White House. Today we celebrate a victory in the fight for the soul of our nation. Tomorrow we get to work to build America back better & restart the wheels of progress.
— Lori Trahan (@RepLoriTrahan) November 7, 2020
Congratulations President-elect @JoeBiden and Madam Vice President-elect @KamalaHarris!
— Lori Trahan (@RepLoriTrahan) November 7, 2020
Rep. Joe Kennedy III
Thank God. https://t.co/JNfjiEEQs9
— Joe Kennedy III (@joekennedy) November 7, 2020
Rep. Katherine Clark
We have shattered the glass ceiling with the historic election of Kamala Harris whose presence in the White House is a milestone in our march toward equality for women and women of color.
— Team Katherine Clark (@TeamKClark) November 7, 2020
that women are equal, kids are safe from gun violence, health care is a right, workers earn a livable wage, and all people are treated with dignity and respect.
— Team Katherine Clark (@TeamKClark) November 7, 2020
Today, we celebrate hope, equality, truth, science, democracy, and our future.
Tomorrow, we begin rebuilding and creating an America where everyone can succeed.
Congrats, President-Elect @JoeBiden and Vice President- Elect @KamalaHarris!
— Katherine Clark (@WhipKClark) November 7, 2020
Rep. Seth Moulton
We must lead with principle and conviction, and with genuine charity for all, not just those we perceive to be on our side. @JoeBiden and @SenKamalaHarris are the perfect people for this job.
#Election2020 pic.twitter.com/UEbamtNQV6
— Seth Moulton (@sethmoulton) November 7, 2020
Rep. Ayanna Pressley
It’s official! Congratulations President Elect @JoeBiden & Vice President Elect @KamalaHarris.
You have made history and now, together, we’re ready to make change. Now is the time for bold, people powered policies. Let’s get to work and build a more just America.
— Ayanna Pressley (@AyannaPressley) November 7, 2020
Rep. Stephen Lynch
The most serious threat to our Constitutional democracy in the last 75 years has been confronted and defeated. Our nation should rejoice – bind up our wounds- and then slowly begin to reclaim a position of responsible and compassionate leadership in this world. 🇺🇸
— Rep. Stephen Lynch (@RepStephenLynch) November 7, 2020
Rep. Bill Keating
Finally. President-elect @JoeBiden and Vice President-elect @KamalaHarris. #mapoli pic.twitter.com/lyELF2EMa7
— Bill Keating (@WilliamKeating) November 7, 2020
There will be no sigh of relief until noon on 1/20/21, but knowing that we will have an American President who is compassionate and will fight for all of us – regardless of who you voted for – should give us all the strength to move forward with our heads held high.
— Bill Keating (@WilliamKeating) November 7, 2020
We are facing tough days ahead, but President-electJoe Biden and VP-elect Kamala Harris know that there is no challenge or obstacle that America can’t overcome by working together. Let the healing begin.
— Bill Keating (@WilliamKeating) November 7, 2020
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey
To every poll worker and election official: THANK YOU for your dedication to democracy.
You are the unsung heroes. We are grateful for your work in ensuring a fair, safe, and secure election.
— AG Maura Healey Archived (@AGHealeyArchive) November 7, 2020
I’d especially like to congratulate my former colleague @KamalaHarris on her history victory, becoming the first woman, Black person and South Asian American elected Vice President. I’ve seen Kamala in action and I know she is going to continue doing great things for our country. pic.twitter.com/KQWfJsMVs8
— Maura Healey (@maura_healey) November 7, 2020
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh
I congratulate President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their historic election. pic.twitter.com/4oUBFWTYiD
— Mayor Marty Walsh (@marty_walsh) November 7, 2020
This new chapter in Washington presents an opportunity to meet these challenges and make unprecedented progress in our work. And just as Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are calling on a new spirit of unity in America, so too must Bostonians come together to seize this opportunity.
— Mayor Marty Walsh (@marty_walsh) November 7, 2020
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