“Ben has what Democrats need right now—proven results—and that’s why I’m backing Ben.”
| “I have said since the day after the election that Democrats should view this moment as a challenge. We must listen to the American people, learn from the results, and move forward stronger. That’s why I am enthusiastically supporting Ben Wikler to be the next Chair of the Democratic National Committee.
“As one of the best state party chairs in the country, Ben possesses all the qualities Democrats across the country are looking for in our next DNC Chair. He’s a tenacious organizer—one of the best organizers in the country—a proven fundraiser, a sharp communicator, and able to reach out to all segments of the Democratic Party. Most importantly, he knows how to win. “Wisconsin Democrats experienced dispiriting defeats. Scott Walker and Republicans dismantled workers’ rights and voting rights, rigging Wisconsin to keep the GOP in power through the courts and the legislature. Ben didn’t despair. He rolled up his sleeves and helped unify the Democratic Party and reignite Wisconsin Democrats from the grassroots up. This year’s election shows the results: in a tough year nationwide, a US Senate victory and 14 state legislative flips. That’s exactly what Democrats need from our next DNC Chair. “Since becoming the state party chair in 2019, Ben has led Wisconsin Democrats to victory after victory, up and down the ballot. Under his leadership, Wisconsin Democrats have become one of the most formidable fundraising and organizing machines in the entire country. I am confident he will bring that same record of success to the national party. In a statement, Wikler thanked Senator Schumer for his support and emphasized his commitment to leading a Democratic Party focused squarely on the needs of working families and the everyday economic issues that affect Americans’ lives. “I am honored to have Leader Schumer’s endorsement. He knows the enormous stakes of this moment, and I deeply appreciate his faith in me to lead our party forward to win at every level of the ballot.” “As DNC Chair, I will work closely with leaders across our big-tent party to unite us around our core values and to fight across every state. We will show voters that we are the party of working families everywhere by choosing fights that show who we are for—and who Trump and the GOP are for. As Trump and the GOP again seek a multi-trillion dollar tax cut for billionaires and big corporations, paid for by working people, Democrats can make clear that we’re against those seeking to rig the country for those at the top, and for a country that works for working families.” |
