July 22nd, 2024 by WCBC Radio
Sunday, President Joe Biden announced he was ending his reelection campaign and endorsed his Vice President Kamala Harris to be his successor at the top of the Democratic ticket. Leaders from around Maryland had immediate reactions to the President’s decision.
Maryland Governor, Wes Moore said “Maryland has had a stalwart ally and tireless friend in President Biden. We could not have delivered such enormous progress for 6.3 million Marylanders without his and Vice President Harris’ leadership and support. Together, we’ve created nearly 40,000 jobs, made historic investments in our state’s infrastructure, and seen the most significant drop in crime in a generation. And when the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed on the early morning of March 26, President Biden rallied with the people of our state. Together, we proved what it means to be Maryland Tough and Baltimore Strong.”
Maryland US Senator, Ben Cardin stated “Thanked President Biden for always putting the nation first. Your recorded as President is unprecedented in recent times. You've done so much to help the American people and now we need to unite behind Kamala Harris to make sure your work continues and that we are successful in the November elections.“
Maryland US Senator, Chris Van Hollen statement “Joe Biden has time and again shown our nation the true meaning of a dedicated public servant. Over the last four years – and throughout his decades of prior service – he has delivered on behalf of the American people, working to better the lives of millions, while never forgetting where he came from and who he was fighting for. President Biden has always put our country first, and in making this decision, he has once again done what he thinks is best for the future of our democracy. His legacy will set an example of what we can accomplish on behalf of everyday Americans for generations to come. There’s still more work to be done and I know the President is committed to seeing it through.”
Former MD Governor and current GOP Senate nominee Larry Hogan “I respect President Biden for his decades of public service. I believe he made the right decision for his family and the country. These are dangerous and unprecedented times. He should be commended for putting the country ahead of personal ambition. The only way out of this cycle of chaos, divisiveness and dysfunction is to elect principled, common sense and experienced leaders who will focus on the day-to-day challenges facing Americans. We need less palace intrigue, less partisan nonsense, and more decisive action to solve the serious problems facing our nation. That’s why I’m running for U.S. Senate to overcome all of the toxic politics and to bring strong, independent leadership to Washington.”
