21st Century Democrats - Fourth Round Candidate Endorsements

Fourth Round Candidate Endorsements

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.

	John Boccieri - US Congress, Ohio “I value the notion that the answers to America’s dilemmas are not in Washington but out here in the midst of our hard working people in Ohio and together, with our shared values, we can achieve anything we put our hearts and minds to.”
	Joe Garcia - US Congress, Florida “I`ve learned in life that hard work, strong leadership and a movement from the ground up, whether it be from an organization, local community, city, state or a country is how we can achieve this positive change.”
	Gabrielle Giffords - US Congress, Arizona “I believe that true community service means a personal commitment of time and energy and when I make a commitment, I follow it through to the end.”
	Kirsten Gillibrand - US Congress, New York “It is time for American energy policy to be dictated by the consumers and not the oil and gas industry.”
	Debbie Halvorson - US Congress, Illinois “We need to restore our commitment to the greater good and remind ourselves that America can do better. We must do better, not only for Americans but for people around the globe.”
	Martin Heinrich - US Congress, New Mexico "I support an Apollo Project for energy that would summon the collective energy of the federal and state governments, private industry, labor, non-profit research groups, and colleges and universities across the nation. This intense change in direction would create three million new, high paying 'green-collar' jobs for Americans all over the country and in New Mexico."
	Christine Jennings - US Congress, Florida “I'm running to return responsibility and integrity to government. From health care to housing costs, Florida's families are struggling to get by, and they need an honest voice speaking for them in Washington.”
	Mike Lumpkin - US Congress, California “My vision for the 52nd Congressional District and for America as a whole is one of Security. This is not the traditional sense of the word. My vision of security includes Energy Security, Economic Security, Educational Security, and National Security. As a National Security Expert, I have come to appreciate the interconnectedness of each of these areas and how vital it is to the success of our country to approach them holistically.”
	Dan Maffei - US Congress, New York “I know how challenging life is for middle-class families in Central and Upstate New York. I'm running for Congress to take our economy in a new direction so we can get real results for our community.”
	Betsy Markey - US Congress, Colorado “America can still be the land of opportunity if we elect leaders who are willing to engage, encourage, and empower the people in our communities. I am running for Congress because I care deeply about the future of this country.”
	Raul Martinez - US Congress, Florida “I envision a nation that does not engage in senseless unprovoked wars and military adventure around the globe. A nation that prioritizes the needs of its citizens ahead of those of corporate interests and the wealthiest in our society. A nation that understands the greatest resource we have is our people and that we must educate and train them to be successful in this complex world.”
	Jon Powers - US Congress, New York “I believe that we have the power to tackle our nation's great problems and together we have the power to change Washington.”
	Mark Schauer - US Congress, Michigan “Doing what is best for my constituents and the general public, versus the politically expedient choice, has always been at the center of my thought process.”
	Carol Shea-Porter - US Congress, New Hampshire “I ran for Congress to represent the rest of us, the bottom 99% that the Bush Administration has left behind. I am proud to have kept my promise in Washington and I am looking forward to being part of the bigger change that we all know is coming.”
	Linda Stender - US Congress, New Jersey “The Bush Administration has failed our nation’s middle class, and it’s time we take our country back. Back to a nation that stands up for working families and creates policies that offer the promise of a better tomorrow for every American.”
	Harry Teague - US Congress, New Mexico “I envision an America that rewards people for an honest day’s work. If you play by the rules, keep your nose clean and work hard, you should be able to get ahead in America. That’s what I’ve done my entire life, and that’s why I’m running for Congress.”
	Gary Trauner - US Congress, Wyoming “I want to ensure that Wyoming and the United States are prosperous and secure. I want to ensure that we are committed to democracy and our constitution, that we respect and celebrate our diversity, that we provide equal opportunity for all and that we define ourselves not only by our economic prosperity, but by the quality of our lives and how we interact with others.”
	Rich Cordray - Attorney General, Ohio “Leadership requires an understanding, curiosity, and the will to exert pressure for change.”
	Denise Juneau - State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Montana "I am a firm believer in the power of public education because I know what it can do for individuals and for our state. We all know that a good education brings better jobs, more opportunities, and stronger communities. We must continue to advocate for first-class public schools."
	Linda McCulloch - Secretary of State, Montana "I have always believed that I can make a difference. More importantly, I have always believed that everyone can make a difference. As Montana’s Secretary of State I will be devoted to informing voters of all ages and all political parties that they can make a difference – that one vote does count."
	Clint Zweifel - State Treasurer, Missouri “I believe public service is a place to create dialogue and move policy debate to where we can focus on creating opportunities for all Americans to share the rewards of economic growth.”
	Daniel Biss - State House, Illinois “Government must take the lead in inspiring people, fostering healthy communities and empowering concerned citizens to affect change. I am running for office so that I can help our government reclaim these roles in Illinois.”
	Al McAffrey - State House, Oklahoma “Learning and education drives the improvement of society. Without increases in education and technology societies fall stagnant to outdated ideas and methods. Funding for primary, secondary, and higher education must be made more readily available.”
	Connie Pillich - State House, Ohio “I will fight to solve the problems that our legislature has ignored for years: affordable health care, quality education, jobs for Ohio’s future and care for our returning veterans.”