(Applause.) And, you know, the interesting point on that is: I’m sure over the years you’ve followed how Republican Party leaders, they will talk about fiscal responsibility. We delivered all of this, and we reduced our national deficit. And do note, in the process, we did not raise taxes on anyone making less than $400,000 a year. ![]() So, Illinois, we have delivered all of this. ![]() From Austin to Chapman, from Little Village to Lake View, our investments will benefit neighborhoods across Chicago. And our administration wants to see all of them thrive. We know that Chicago is a city of neighborhoods, each of them unique. We’re also investing $288 million to replace lead pipes and upgrade water systems across this country and this - and across the state. This year alone, we’re investing $3.4 billion in Illinois - in the public transit and airports of Illinois in roads and bridges like this Cicero Avenue Bridge in Illinois. (Applause.)Īnd because of you, we also led the way to the largest investment in our nation’s infrastructure in generations. (Applause.) Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. And, yes, we have confirmed more women to the federal courts than ever before at this point in a presidency - (applause) - including to the highest court in our land. We are ensuring that our judiciary looks like America. (Applause.)Īnd let us not forget about our judiciary. We have made the largest investment to combat the climate crisis in history. Since we got in office, we have expanded background checks for gun purchases. Well, we got in power thanks to you, and we said “Enough.” And now Medicare has the power to negotiate drug prices on behalf of millions of seniors - because we believe, Democrats believe, people must come before profits. (Applause.)Īnd here’s the thing on that - on the prescription drug cost: For years, Big Pharma tried to pocket bigger profits by stopping Medicare from negotiating lower drug prices. Just last month, we passed the Inflation Reduction Act to lower energy costs, to lower healthcare costs, to lower prescription drug costs. Our administration partnered with Governor Pritzker to put billions to work right here in Illinois and keep schools and small businesses open. At the height of the pandemic, we got relief to the American people. Over the past 20 months, we as Democrats have proven that when the people put Democrats in charge, we know how to deliver results for the people. Because truly - truly, this election, I do believe, will determine the future of not only your home state but our home country. This is the home of Harold Washington and Carol Moseley Braun and Barack Obama! (Applause.)Īnd so we need you to get the vote out this November. This is the home of Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth - (applause) - who we must reelect. We need you to send them to the positions of leadership that they have so rightly earned to do what we need to get done.īecause here’s the thing, Chicago: You know how to get Democrats elected. Your members of Congress are on the ballot too. So, as you know, Governor Pritzker is on the ballot. And we have got to make every one of these 53 days count. What we are looking at right now is - is the fact that there are 53 days to go until this November’s election. THE VICE PRESIDENT: (Laughs.) Thank you all. (Applause.)ĪUDIENCE MEMBER: I love you, Kamala! (Applause.) ![]() And what you all are doing here in Illinois really is providing a model for the rest of the country about giving voice to the people, putting the power in the people, and then with a governor doing the work of leading in a way that is defined by strength and compassion.Īnd I’ll say about your governor: He’s the same person whether the cameras are on or the cameras are off. And we talk about you, and we talk about what’s at stake. You know, I talk with him on the phone, even when I don’t see him, and we talk about you. Pritzker, let me tell you something: He has been an extraordinary leader. I thank you for your service to the people of Illinois and, by extension, to the people of America.Īnd as it relates to your governor, J.B. Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, and all of the leaders gathered here: I thank you. Well, it is so wonderful to be back in Chicago. Pritzker? (Applause.) You guys got to send him back to the statehouse. Can we give it up for your governor, J.B. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Hey, Chicago! (Laughs.) Good evening.
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