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Tom Steyer Announces Candidacy for President
Steyer running to end corruption of our democracy by corporations and give more power to the American people
(SAN FRANCISCO, July 9, 2019) — Progressive political activist and philanthropist Tom Steyer has announced his intention to seek the Democratic nomination for President of the United States of America. In a video released this morning, Steyer outlined his vision for the country and how we can address the pressing challenges facing Americans.
“Corporate money has corrupted our democracy and stripped Americans of our ability to determine our own future,” said Steyer. “The only way for us to solve the urgent problems facing our country is to loosen the stranglehold that corporations have over our politicians and return political power to the American people.”
“The other Democratic candidates for President have many great ideas that will absolutely move our country forward, but we won’t be able to get any of those done until we end the hostile corporate takeover of our democracy,” continued Steyer. “As an outsider, I’ve led grassroots efforts that have taken on big corporations and won results for people. That’s not something you see a lot of from Washington these days. That’s why I’m running for President.”
Steyer’s campaign will focus on solving two major crises – reforming our broken political system and saving our planet from the ravages of climate change. Over the next few weeks, he will announce a reform plan for our democracy that will push more power to the American people and away from big corporations, and release a climate change proposal to finally break through Washington inaction and start the process of healing our planet.
“If we can reduce the influence of corporate money in our democracy, and start to address the devastating impacts of climate change, we can unlock the full potential of the American people and finally solve the many challenges facing our country,” said Steyer.
Steyer continued: “Since leaving my business seven years ago, I’ve devoted myself to fighting climate change, advocating for racial justice, and taking on big corporations. Through that work, I realized that together we can fix anything. If Washington won’t take action to create a stronger, fairer democracy for all, then it’s up to us.”
Building on his success leading campaigns that have challenged the corporate takeover of our politics and having won victories on health care, education, and the environment for millions of Americans, Steyer plans to run a different kind of campaign. In addition to early primary states, he will take his message across the country because he believes that everyone’s voice is important no matter where they are from. In the coming weeks, Steyer will kick off his campaign at events in South Carolina, Ohio, and California. He is also committed to ensuring President Trump doesn’t get a “free ride” while he and the other Democrats are focused on the Primary Election.
“Together we will build a movement of young people, progressives, people of color, and working families to protect our democracy from the powerful and well-connected and give more power to the American people – where it belongs,” said Steyer.
Outside of his campaign, Steyer remains committed to helping Democrats reclaim the White House no matter who wins the nomination. While he has resigned his leadership positions at both NextGen America and Need to Impeach to seek the Democratic presidential nomination, he has committed over $50 million through 2020 to ensure both organizations fulfill their missions.
NextGen America’s grassroots campaign will be active through the end of the 2020 election to register and mobilize young voters, and to continue to partner with For Our Future to reach out to working families and people of color. Need to Impeach, the campaign Steyer founded to advocate for the removal of Donald Trump from office, will also continue operations and keep the pressure on members of Congress to begin an impeachment inquiry into Trump’s offenses.
Tom Steyer Announces Candidacy for President
Steyer running to end corruption of our democracy by corporations and give more power to the American people
(SAN FRANCISCO, July 9, 2019) — Progressive political activist and philanthropist Tom Steyer has announced his intention to seek the Democratic nomination for President of the United States of America. In a video released this morning, Steyer outlined his vision for the country and how we can address the pressing challenges facing Americans.
“Corporate money has corrupted our democracy and stripped Americans of our ability to determine our own future,” said Steyer. “The only way for us to solve the urgent problems facing our country is to loosen the stranglehold that corporations have over our politicians and return political power to the American people.”
“The other Democratic candidates for President have many great ideas that will absolutely move our country forward, but we won’t be able to get any of those done until we end the hostile corporate takeover of our democracy,” continued Steyer. “As an outsider, I’ve led grassroots efforts that have taken on big corporations and won results for people. That’s not something you see a lot of from Washington these days. That’s why I’m running for President.”
Steyer’s campaign will focus on solving two major crises – reforming our broken political system and saving our planet from the ravages of climate change. Over the next few weeks, he will announce a reform plan for our democracy that will push more power to the American people and away from big corporations, and release a climate change proposal to finally break through Washington inaction and start the process of healing our planet.
“If we can reduce the influence of corporate money in our democracy, and start to address the devastating impacts of climate change, we can unlock the full potential of the American people and finally solve the many challenges facing our country,” said Steyer.
Steyer continued: “Since leaving my business seven years ago, I’ve devoted myself to fighting climate change, advocating for racial justice, and taking on big corporations. Through that work, I realized that together we can fix anything. If Washington won’t take action to create a stronger, fairer democracy for all, then it’s up to us.”
Building on his success leading campaigns that have challenged the corporate takeover of our politics and having won victories on health care, education, and the environment for millions of Americans, Steyer plans to run a different kind of campaign. In addition to early primary states, he will take his message across the country because he believes that everyone’s voice is important no matter where they are from. In the coming weeks, Steyer will kick off his campaign at events in South Carolina, Ohio, and California. He is also committed to ensuring President Trump doesn’t get a “free ride” while he and the other Democrats are focused on the Primary Election.
“Together we will build a movement of young people, progressives, people of color, and working families to protect our democracy from the powerful and well-connected and give more power to the American people – where it belongs,” said Steyer.
Outside of his campaign, Steyer remains committed to helping Democrats reclaim the White House no matter who wins the nomination. While he has resigned his leadership positions at both NextGen America and Need to Impeach to seek the Democratic presidential nomination, he has committed over $50 million through 2020 to ensure both organizations fulfill their missions.
NextGen America’s grassroots campaign will be active through the end of the 2020 election to register and mobilize young voters, and to continue to partner with For Our Future to reach out to working families and people of color. Need to Impeach, the campaign Steyer founded to advocate for the removal of Donald Trump from office, will also continue operations and keep the pressure on members of Congress to begin an impeachment inquiry into Trump’s offenses.
Tom Steyer Message to Supporters on Ending Presidential Campaign
Thank you for everything
From the bottom of my heart, Michael, I want to thank you for your support over the past eight months through this presidential race. I am so deeply inspired by how many dedicated Americans showed up to participate in our democracy — voting in the early states, volunteering countless hours, giving your all to support the candidates and values you believe in.
Tonight, I have decided to suspend my campaign for President of the United States. I no longer see a path to the presidency. But I have always said that win, lose, or draw, I am in this fight. So am I going to continue to work on the issues that got me into this race? Yes, I am. You can count on that.
Namely, the existential threat of climate change we’re facing on this planet. The racial injustice that pervades every single policy issue in this country. An economy that actually puts people ahead of profits and big corporations.
We had a very steep hill to climb. We knew it would be difficult to come into this race as an outsider, speaking difficult truths. And of course I am disappointed to suspend my campaign — these aren’t the results we hoped and fought so hard for — but I will wake up tomorrow energized by this incredible community. I am humbled to be on your team.
This primary is a journey towards the necessary defeat of Donald Trump and his corrupt administration. It is because of patriotic Americans like you that we will beat him and put power back in the hands of the people.
Before I sign off, let me say this: When the Lord closes a door, He opens a window. I will find that window, and I will crawl through it with you.
Yours sincerely,
Tom Steyer
Tom Steyer Message to Supporters on Ending Presidential Campaign
Thank you for everything
From the bottom of my heart, Michael, I want to thank you for your support over the past eight months through this presidential race. I am so deeply inspired by how many dedicated Americans showed up to participate in our democracy — voting in the early states, volunteering countless hours, giving your all to support the candidates and values you believe in.
Tonight, I have decided to suspend my campaign for President of the United States. I no longer see a path to the presidency. But I have always said that win, lose, or draw, I am in this fight. So am I going to continue to work on the issues that got me into this race? Yes, I am. You can count on that.
Namely, the existential threat of climate change we’re facing on this planet. The racial injustice that pervades every single policy issue in this country. An economy that actually puts people ahead of profits and big corporations.
We had a very steep hill to climb. We knew it would be difficult to come into this race as an outsider, speaking difficult truths. And of course I am disappointed to suspend my campaign — these aren’t the results we hoped and fought so hard for — but I will wake up tomorrow energized by this incredible community. I am humbled to be on your team.
This primary is a journey towards the necessary defeat of Donald Trump and his corrupt administration. It is because of patriotic Americans like you that we will beat him and put power back in the hands of the people.
Before I sign off, let me say this: When the Lord closes a door, He opens a window. I will find that window, and I will crawl through it with you.
Yours sincerely,
Tom Steyer