The problems facing our democracy are systemic and deeply ingrained in our systems, but today's vote for D.C. statehood is a monumental first step toward justice, equality, and fairness for the 700,000 people who live in the District. Today we saw firsthand just how terrified and hostile Republicans get when it comes to granting political power to D.C., specifically to the Black people and people of color who live here. We know that the road ahead for statehood won't be easy, but Indivisibles across the country are ready to fight for what's right.
For the hundreds of thousands of residents in the District, this vote is about the promise of an equitable democracy, but it is also about justice. A historically-Black city, D.C.’s lack of statehood is a remnant of Reconstruction when racist white politicians sought to prevent the District’s majority-Black residents from gaining political power. GOP Senators are echoing this history even now in their pathetic opposition to D.C. statehood.
Major progressive organizations are joining Senate Democrats today demanding Majority Leader Mitch McConnell bring the HEROES Act up for debate as this week marked the one-month anniversary of the House of Representatives passing the legislation.
A pollster with one of the most accurate track records released data Thursday that shows Booker leading McGrath 44% to 36% and doing 6% better than McGrath against McConnell in the general election.
The winner of the primary will go on to face Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell in the general election, a top priority in this cycle’s battle for control of the Senate.
Indivisible is proud to add these nine candidates to our list of endorsements. This round of candidates shows us that there is enthusiasm in every part of the country for progressive leaders. Our candidates come from the Southwest, the Midwest, the South and the Northeast. They represent rural areas and some of the country’s biggest cities; blue states and red states. But what they all have in common is the backing of strong grassroots activists who are committed to working hard to improve their districts and states. We are motivated to do everything we can to ensure they win in November and we look forward to working with them once they are elected to office.