1. United States
2. N.Y.
3. Letter

DEMOCRATS DESERVE A CHOICE. HOLD A COMPETITIVE ELECTION FOR SPEAKER! In January 2027, members of the newly elected U.S. House of Representatives will choose who serves as Speaker of the House, one of the most powerful leadership positions in Congress. Hakeem Jeffries currently serves as House Democratic Leader and has previously been nominated by House Democrats for Speaker. If his name is put forward again, House members will have a choice to make. Hakeem Jeffries is simply not the right choice. I believe the Speaker should represent the Democratic voters, not just the Democratic establishment.  The Speaker has enormous influence over the direction of the House, including its legislative priorities and agenda. Before casting their votes, representatives should closely examine Jeffries's public record, policy positions, campaign donor record and leadership...and listen to constituents who do not want him elevated to Speaker. This is not a foregone conclusion.  There is still time for other Democratic members of the House to step forward and seek the nomination for Speaker, someone whose priorities more closely reflect the voters who helped to elect the Democratic majority.  I am calling on you to vote against Hakeem Jeffries for Speaker in January 2027 and to choose a different candidate. The voters came out in record numbers and overwhelming made it clear- we want a progressive agenda fighting for us. Choose a speaker that aligns with the voters. Don’t throw away our goodwill to satisfy the status quo. Now is the time for change!