Illinois governor to Democrats: ‘Time to stop surrendering, when we need to fight’
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, speaking before Democrats in New Hampshire, criticized both Republican and Democratic leaders, emphasizing the need for the party to abandon timidity and actively oppose the actions of former President Trump and his supporters. Pritzker highlighted the urgency of addressing the real-world impacts of Republican policies, urging Democrats to focus on the voices of those affected rather than internal conflicts. He called for mass protests and mobilization against Republican cruelty and warned against the culture of incrementalism. Pritzker stressed the importance of standing up for constitutional rights, citing the deportation of individuals to El Salvador as a warning against future injustices. While he did not announce a presidential bid, his speech was well-received, positioning him as a leading figure in the opposition against Trumpism and the current Republican agenda.
Governor JB Pritzker criticized both Republican and Democratic leaders, urging Democrats to move beyond timidity and actively fight against the policies and actions associated with former President Donald Trump and his allies.
Pritzker emphasized the importance of listening to the real-world experiences of people affected by Republican policies, rather than getting caught up in internal party disputes, which have been prevalent since the last elections.
He called for mass mobilization and protests, declaring that Republicans should not be allowed a moment of peace and urging Democrats to use every available platform to oppose their policies and punish them electorally.
Pritzker highlighted the deportation cases to El Salvador as an example of the current administration's cruelty, suggesting that failure to act now could lead to further erosion of constitutional rights.
Although he did not announce a presidential run, Pritzker's speech was met with enthusiasm, with other Democratic leaders praising him for demonstrating how to effectively oppose Trump's agenda.
Former New Hampshire Governor John Lynch and Representative Chris Pappas commended Pritzker for his assertive stance, with Pappas noting his ability to cut through political clutter.
Pritzker concluded by urging Democrats to reject the culture of incrementalism, which he believes has allowed for the acceptance of Republican cruelty and callousness without adequate resistance.