Arizona politicians react to Joe Biden being projected to win White House
Nov 7, 2020, 12:59 PM | Updated: 4:25 pm
(AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
(AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
PHOENIX — Arizona politicians reacted Saturday morning after Democrat Joe Biden was projected by the Associated Press to be the 46th president of the United States.
Democrat Senator Kyrsten Sinema released a statement saying the state voted in record-breaking numbers to support leaders who will heal the country’s divisions.
— Kyrsten Sinema (@kyrstensinema) November 7, 2020
The family of longtime Republican Arizona Sen. John McCain, widow Cindy and daughter Meghan, also tweeted their congratulations to Biden.
Congratulations to my dear friend and President-elect @JoeBiden Vice-President-elect @KamalaHarris. Its time to move beyond politics and toward building a stronger america. I know Joe will unify the country toward a better future.
— Cindy McCain (@cindymccain) November 7, 2020
Congratulations Mr. President! @JoeBiden – one of the truly decent and moral men I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing. Please lead our nation bravely towards healing and bipartisanship. 🇺🇸♥️🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/k9oAPgvTfS
— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) November 7, 2020
Democrat U.S. House members Ruben Gallego, Greg Stanton and Raul Grijalva, who all secured reelection, tweeted their thoughts on Biden winning the presidency.
We did it!! Arizona for the win!!! #adiostrump https://t.co/x6mDtIuElA
— Ruben Gallego (@RubenGallego) November 7, 2020
Kind of feels surreal, closest thing I can remember feeling like this is landing in America after my time in Iraq. I knew it would happen, just didn’t know when.
— Ruben Gallego (@RubenGallego) November 7, 2020
.@JoeBiden knows that a creating a more perfect union calls on all of us to work together to build a nation with real opportunity and justice for everyone. I look forward to working with him on our shared mission: Improving lives of Arizonans and all Americans.
— Greg Stanton (@gregstantonaz) November 7, 2020
The American people have firmly rejected President Trump.
They braved a pandemic & voter suppression efforts to cast their ballots & move our country in a different direction, one that celebrates diversity, humanity, and the dignity of every person.
It’s a new day in America. https://t.co/gpzdPmmLcd
— Raul M. Grijalva (@RepRaulGrijalva) November 7, 2020
Isela Blanc, a Democratic member of the Arizona House of Representatives, tweeted about the significance of Kamala Harris becoming Vice President.
We, the United States of America elect our first WOMAN of color, with a diverse immigrant background, to represent our diverse nation. #VicePresidentElectHarris congrats!
— Isela Blanc (@IselaBlancAZ) November 7, 2020
Former U.S. Sen. Jeff Flake tweeted about Biden wanting to reunite the country.
“It’s time for America to Unite” – President Elect Biden. What a wonderful country we have here.
— Jeff Flake (@JeffFlake) November 7, 2020
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez also congratulated Joe Biden’s projected win in an email statement, saying the people have spoken and change is coming to America.
“Now that the hard-fought campaign and election have passed, we have to come together, heal, and unite to move tribal nations and the country forward on a positive path,” he said. “The First Americans of this country, including a large majority of Navajo voters, had a major impact in the outcome of the presidential election in several swing states – that needs to be recognized and acknowledged by all.”
Arizona Congressman Rep. Paul Gosar, meanwhile, cast doubt that the race was over. However, there are no confirmed reports of his claims.
ThE eLeCtiOn IsNt OvEr UnTiL aLL tHe VoTeS aRe CoUnTed
— Rep. Paul Gosar, DDS (@RepGosar) November 7, 2020
Pretty certain you easily won #Arizona. The Secretary of State here in charge of the elections states, without evidence, that everything is fine and insists we don’t ask her any questions and insists we don’t ask for proof that the Dominion software was perfect. #stopthesteal https://t.co/UZtwsxiG8w
— Paul Gosar (@DrPaulGosar) November 7, 2020
