I’ve been waiting for weeks for just one Gettysburg Connection reader to write in to say why they are voting for Kamala Harris. With such an important election only 10 days away, and facing a wall of silence from our readers, I’m writing to say why I am.
Harris is the Democratic Party’s candidate. Over my lifetime, Democrats have consistently fought for Americans who have less and deserve more. Democrats advocate for action against the destruction caused by climate change, for affordable healthcare, for a safety net for seniors, for universal childcare, and for paid sick leave for workers
The Democratic Party has championed equal rights for women and racial minorities, and for the right of every person’s vote to count. Democrats have also taken strong stances against authoritarian regimes around the world, including those in China, Russia, and North Korea.
When you sign up for Obamacare, when your student debts are reduced, when your doctor bills are paid by Medicare or Medicaid, and when you cash your Social Security check, you can thank the Democratic Party…