2024 Election
For Immediate Release
The Cornell Democrats are disheartened by the election results. The next four years will be difficult, but we will mobilize and champion our evolving values. The Democratic Party must recognize the hardships that people across the country face. Despite this setback in our journey towards a brighter and fairer America, we must fight for our future and chart a new course for our party. Now, we must approach our fight with renewed vigor and dedication.
However, we must recognize the many victories that we achieved. New York’s Proposition 1 passed by an overwhelming margin, with over 4 million voters affirming their support for reproductive equal rights. While the nation shifted rightward, Tompkins County kept its 2020 margins; we re-elected Lea Webb to the State Senate, and succeeded in flipping NY-19, sending Josh Riley to Congress. These victories show the value of organizing and getting out the vote. The Cornell Democrats remain committed to fighting for the principles of social, political, and economic justice, and equality in Upstate New York & across the country.
We would like to thank the Biden-Harris administration for their extraordinary work, especially with mitigating the COVID-19 pandemic, strengthening our economy, and rebuilding our public infrastructure. With these historical achievements in mind, we wholeheartedly supported Vice President Kamala Harris’ bid for the presidency. With only 107 days to present her case to the American people, she made history as the first Black woman to get her party’s nomination for the presidency. Vice President Harris has inspired a new generation of voters to take action and make their voices heard.
November 5th is a new beginning for the Democratic party; we must mobilize for those affected by Project 2025. The Cornell Democrats are dedicated to organizing for systemic change, preserving American democracy, and cultivating a government that works for The People.
2020 NY-23 Election
As we turn the page to the year 2020, the Cornell Democrats remain committed to help elect Democrats nationwide, starting with our own backyard. Representative Tom Reed (R NY-23) was one of the very first congressional supporters of Donald Trump's candidacy. He has been named to Trump's transition team and has consistently acted as a vocal advocate for policies that include cutting taxes for large corporations, relaxing restrictions on firearms, and gutting aspects of Obamacare, as well as pushing for the defunding of Planned Parenthood.
We proudly supported Tracy Mitrano for New York's 23rd Congressional District. As a former Cornell educator and Director of Information Technology Policy from 2001 to 2014, we were thrilled to contribute to her campaign. As students, we value investing in education without overwhelming young people with debt. Tracy Mitrano’s campaign sought to provide interest-free loans for students nationwide, a vital step toward accessible and affordable higher education. We also think it is crucial to have a representative in Congress who understands cybersecurity and internet policy.