Bill and Chelsea Clinton Campaign for Hillary

As Hillary Clinton prepares for tonight’s debate, Bill and Chelsea Clinton have been on the trail campaigning on her behalf. Yesterday, another campaign official, treasurer Jose Villarreal was in Mexico city where he held two fundraisers with American citizens currently living in Mexico.

Today, Chelsea was in Michigan where she visited Flint. She met with officials regarding the recent water crisis and toured the children’s clinic at Hurley Medical Center. Hillary was in Flint last week and attended a public town hall to learn more about the crisis. Chelsea learned that 9,000 children have been exposed to water contaminated with lead. She said, “This is a challenge that will last generations.” While in Michigan, Chelsea also attended a fundraiser hosted by Ethan and Gretchen Davidson in Birmingham.

Tonight, Bill is scheduled to speak at an organizing event in Memphis, Tennessee. Coverage from his speech will be posted tomorrow.

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News Source: The Hill, The Detroit News, News Channel 5

Bill, Chelsea, Albright, McCaskill, and McAuliffe Campaign for Hillary

Today, Hillary for America pulled off a multi-state campaign with a cast of supporters. In New Hampshire, Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe traveled across the sate to meet with volunteers and supporters. While anyone was welcome at the events, he did not host any public rallies or events.

A lot of phone bankers in Salem. pic.twitter.com/eUftSZ7p2f

— Terry McAuliffe (@TerryMcAuliffe) January 16, 2016

In Iowa, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and Senator Claire McCaskill met with volunteers and encouraged voters to caucus for Hillary. At the same time, Chelsea Clinton attended two organizing events in Davenport and Iowa City. During the events, Chelsea highlighted her mom’s qualifications and plans, and how they differ from her Republican rivals. Attacking Republicans she said, “I don’t remember this kind of the racist, homophobic, jingoistic, sexist, misogynistic rhetoric that seems to have become normalized, and ever be given as much attention and being treated as if somehow serious.”

Starting off today's swing through Iowa with a group of enthusiastic @HillaryClinton volunteers! @HillaryforIA pic.twitter.com/Aw7MhJUsvp

— Madeleine Albright (@madeleine) January 16, 2016

Bill Clinton was in Iowa as well. His events were in Council Bluffs and Fort Dodge. On his second day in the state, Bill continued with the theme from the day before touting his wife’s resume and the key differences between electing a Democratic president versus a Republican president. Bill also spoke about Hillary’s experience with reaching out and compromising with Republicans, something she did as First Lady and as a Senator. He wrapped up his speech in Council Bluffs saying, “I believe in all my heart that we can be a better country.”

The final event of the day was in Des Moines where both Bill and Chelsea spoke to the crowd. They spoke about similar topics and urged attendees to caucus for Hillary on February 1. A video from the joint appearance is available on C-SPAN. Videos from today’s events in Iowa and New Hampshire will be posted when/if available.

Hillary for America will likely continue to have a number of supporters appearing on Hillary’s behalf as we get closer to the primaries. Hillary is currently preparing for tomorrow night’s Democratic Debate in Charleston, South Carolina. For all the latest, follow our revamped Scheduled Events page and follow Clinton on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

News Source: The Roanoke Times, WOWT, Iowa City Press-Citizen, KWWL, Waterloo Cedar Fall Courier

Bill Clinton Returns to Iowa

In his second week campaigning for Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton returned to Iowa for three organizing events in support of Hillary for America. The events were held in Sioux City, Marshalltown, and Coralville. At each of the events, he spoke about the issues facing the country, including heath care, and how Hillary planned to work to fix it. He spoke about her experience and qualifications, and urged voters to support her in the upcoming caucus. He called her the best changemaker he’s ever known, and that is why her rivals fear her. He said, “The reason Republicans have been so hard on her for over a year now is they know that too. They’ve basically been screaming at all of us Democrats saying please nominate somebody else. We don’t want to run against her.” A video from the event in Marshalltown is below, and videos from the other events will be added when/if available.

Tomorrow, Bill will remain in Iowa where he is scheduled to host three more organizing events in Council Bluffs, Fort Dodge, and Des Moines. For all the latest, follow our revamped Scheduled Events page and follow Clinton on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

News Source: KTIV, KCCI, The Des Moines Register

Clinton Proposes 4% “Fair Share Surcharge”

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton addresses supporters at the Electric Park Ballroom in Waterloo, Iowa January 11, 2016. REUTERS/Aaron P. Bernstein – RTX21X9X

On Monday, Hillary Clinton hosted a organizing event in Waterloo, Iowa where she received the endorsement of Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. He introduced Clinton, praising her infrastructure proposal to fix roads, bridges, public transportation systems, water systems, and increase broadband Internet. Of Clinton’s diverse background and experience, he said, “It’s not just something she read in a book. It’s something she has done.”

Clinton then spoke, unveiling a proposed 4% tax on individuals making more than $5 million per year. The plan would raise approximately $150 billion over ten years, and would only affect .02% of taxpayers. The plan, dubbed the “Fair Share Surcharge” is in addition to following the Buffett Rule for taxing those who make over $250,000 a year. Clinton pledged again that she would not raise taxes on those making less than $250,000, something that her Democratic primary rival Bernie Sanders can not pledge to. Read more of Clinton’s plan on The Briefing. A video from the event will be posted when/if available.

Tonight, Clinton is in Iowa for the Brown and Black Presidential Forum. For all the latest, follow our revamped Scheduled Events page and follow  Clinton on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

News Source: The Miami Herald, Time, WHOtv, The Briefing

Bill Clinton Hits Campaign Trail for Hillary

On Monday, former president Bill Clinton returned to the campaign trail for his wife at two organizing events held in New Hampshire. The first event was held in Nashua where he applauded his wife’s plan to restore the prosperity of the American people. He praised Hillary Clinton’s credentials saying, “I do not believe in my lifetime, anybody has run for this job at a moment of greater importance who was better qualified by knowledge, experience and temperament to do what needs to be done now.” A full video from the event is below.

The former president then traveled to Exeter where he delivered a speech that was similar to the one earlier in the day, with a focus on “broad base prosperity.” In addition, he spoke about a variety of topics including gun control, Supreme Court appointments, and her credentials. He focused on the accomplishments of her career, but focused primarily on her time as First Lady, a Senator from New York, and Secretary of State.  A full video of Clinton’s speech in Exeter is available on C-SPAN.

On Wednesday, former president Clinton will attend a fundraiser is New York City before heading to Iowa on Thursday. For all the latest, follow our revamped Scheduled Events page and follow Clinton on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

News Source: USA Today, 4 New York

Clinton Rallies in Florida

On Wednesday, Hillary Clinton hosted a grassroots organizing event at the Meadow Woods Recreation Center in Orlando, Florida. During the event, Clinton rallied the crowd by touting her platform and plans as president. Her primary topics were her recently introduced infrastructure plan which would create tens of thousands of jobs across the country. She spoke about the infrastructure needs in Florida, specifically highway improvements in and around Orlando. Clinton also spoke about heath care, defending Planned Parenthood, and defeating ISIS. A full video of Clinton’s speech is below.

While in Florida, Clinton also attended a number of private fundraisers. The first was hosted at the home of Alex Sink in Thonotosassa. Sink is the former Chief Financial Officer for the state of Florida. Then, she attended a fundraising event in Windermere at the home of Bill Kitchen, the CEO of US Thrill Rides LLC. Finally, Clinton attended an event hosted by Sallyn Pajcic in Jacksonville. As with all private events, they were closed to the press.

Tomorrow, Clinton is scheduled to appear at events in Boston and New Hampshire. For all the latest, follow our Scheduled Events page and follow Clinton on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

News Source: Orlando Sentinel, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Clinton Criticizes Trump Outside His Hotel

On Monday evening, Hillary Rodham Clinton surprised a crowd of protesters when she joined in. The Culinary Workers Union is protesting the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, a hotel that is owned by Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump. Clinton seized on the opportunity to criticize her opponent saying, “You have a right to safe working conditions, you have a right to a living wage, and you have to say yes to all of that and you have to say no to efforts to prevent you from organizing and that means saying no to Donald Trump.” A video from her remarks to the crowd is below.

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News Source: The New York Times

Clinton in Florida

Today, Hillary Rodham Clinton made several appearances in Florida. Her only public event was a grassroots organizing event at Broward College in Davie where she gave a speech. In her speech, Clinton responded to yesterday’s shooting at a community college in Oregon by criticizing Republicans for backing down from imposing stricter gun regulations because they are heavily influenced by the NRA. She used strong language saying that Republicans continue to, “put the NRA ahead of American families.” During her half hour speech, Clinton also addressed a number of topics including climate change and the expansion of Medicaid for Floridians. A video from Clinton’s speech is below.

While in Florida, Clinton also attended three private fundraisers. The first, in North Palm Beach, was hosted by Robin Noyes and Fred Cunningham. Cunningham is a founding partner of Cunningham, Whalen & Gaspari. The second event was held at the home of Sharon and Mitchell Berger in Fort Lauderdale. The final fundraiser took place this evening at the Miami Beach home of prominent Democratic fundraisers Abigail and F.J. Pollak. As with all private fundraisers, the event was closed to the press.

Tomorrow, Clinton is scheduled to attend the Human Rights Campaign’s National Dinner before appearing on Saturday Night Live. For all the latest, follow our Scheduled Events page and follow Clinton on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

News Source: WFLA, Tampa Bay Times, CNN

Clinton Attends Fundraisers and Events in Colorado

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton greets supporters before speaking at a campaign rally at La Rumba, a Denver dance club and restaurant, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2015. The rally marks Clinton’s first presidential campaign event in Denver. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley)

Today, Hillary Rodham Clinton attended three fundraisers and an organizing event. The fundraisers were all private and closed the press, but we do know that two took place in the Denver area and one in Aspen. Colorado is fast becoming an important state in the 2016 primary and today’s trip marked Clinton’s first visit to the state since announcing her candidacy for president in April.

This evening, Clinton attended a “Commit to Vote” event in Denver. During her speech, she went on the offensive attacking Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush for attacking women’s health funding and Planned Parenthood. She said, “The Bush campaign claims that what Jeb Bush meant to say is we should just de-fund Planned Parenthood, as if that makes it any better. Where women go for cancer screenings and all kinds of other preventive health measures.”

A video from today’s event will be posted if/when available.

Tomorrow, Clinton is expected to make stops in Utah and Oregon before spending time in California. Follow along on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for all the latest updates.

New Source: KWGN, The Colorado Springs Gazette