21st Century Democrats - Third Round Candidate Endorsements

Third Round Candidate Endorsements - Group 3

21st Century Democrats is excited to stand with these 9 progressive Democrats as they lead America forward into the new century. They are committed to our common vision for a better America and we look forward to being a victorious team this November.

	Jim Martin - US Senate, Georgia “My family believes in public service. My study of history makes me proud of our country. My faith calls me to service.”
	Diane Benson - US Congress, Alaska “The time has come for America to change the guard from a culture of corporate corruption and lobbyists, to one which will demonstrate ethics and accountability. It is my wish that as we enter this new era, we as Democrats will represent the best in American principles. That our policies, both foreign and domestic, will demonstrate a moral courage so great that America will not merely be feared but once again admired by the world.”
	Steve Driehaus - US Congress, Ohio “My vision for my community and my country is an engaged citizenry, a citizenry that understands the interdependent nature of our lives. This translates into individuals who do not only live for themselves and for their own success, but who have a deep appreciation of what it means to serve and what it means to be engaged in the broader community.”
	Donna Edwards - US Congress, Maryland “I felt strongly that someone needed to run who would represent a district that cares deeply about our families, our community, and the direction of our country. I want to work to ensure that our district is one where my son, when he graduates from college, will want to come back to.”
	Jim Himes - US Congress, Connecticut “I believe in the American dream because I’m lucky enough to have lived it. But I know the American dream is not a gift. It is there because we nourish it, sustain it, support it. It is our job, our common purpose to support the dream by making sure that every child has access to education, to healthcare, to safe neighborhoods and good jobs.”
	Frank Kratovil - US Congress, Maryland “The factors that have guided my decisions as a prosecutor will continue to guide me as a Congressman are facts, law, fairness and justice.”
	Ty Cobb - State House, Tennessee “My vision for the state of Tennessee and America is that it is a place where there is true accountability in public safety and public welfare particularly when it comes to public disasters. We need to ensure that government is truly behind hard working people when their lives are destroyed by natural disasters whether the disaster is it a flood, tornado, or a hurricane.”
	Dan Scripps - State House, Michigan “I want a more just, more confident Michigan that ensures its people have the ability to take advantage of a changing world. I want a Michigan where every person has the opportunity to make the most of their God-given potential, exploring the possibilities of life and the opportunities to contribute their skills and talents in fulfilling ways. I want a sustainable Michigan, where we protect the incredible and unique natural resources so central both to our health and quality of life.”
	Barbara Favola - Arlington County Board, Virginia “A critical goal of policies guiding growth in a community should be to honor the values that a community holds dear. I have always celebrated Arlington’s diversity and pledged to the community a commitment to house residents from all income brackets. I totally believe in the value of affordable housing and have committed a large portion of my time and energy to accomplishing this goal.”