New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill Addresses Government Shutdown and Health Care Subsidies on 'Face the Nation
New Jersey Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat and current member of Congress, discussed the government shutdown and health care subsidies on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan." Sherrill emphasized the need to address the health care crisis and the economic impact of the shutdown, calling on the Trump administration and Republicans to open the government to stop punishing the American people. She highlighted the rising costs in various sectors and the need for immediate action to address these issues.
Sherrill defended the Democrats' decision to withhold votes on the continuing resolution, citing the leverage needed to serve the American people and hold the Republicans accountable for the government shutdown. She emphasized the importance of addressing health care subsidies and criticized the lack of action from the Republicans in addressing the concerns of the American people.
In her election campaign, Sherrill focused on the economy and energy prices, pledging to declare a state of emergency on day one to freeze rate hikes and address the rising costs for New Jersey ratepayers. She outlined plans to add power to the grid, invest in solar and battery storage, and modernize natural gas facilities to reduce electricity costs. Sherrill expressed a sense of urgency in addressing the concerns of working people and criticized the caution and mediocrity in the Democratic Party.
Sherrill acknowledged the challenges faced by female candidates in the current political environment, including security threats and concerns for their families' safety. Despite these challenges, she encouraged women to continue running for office and emphasized the importance of building a future that includes everyone and prioritizes public safety. Sherrill highlighted the resilience of women candidates in New Jersey and their commitment to serving their communities.