Davids Statement on the State of the Union Address

Representative Sharice Davids issued the following statement after President Biden delivered his State of the Union address:

“Tonight, I was looking for President Biden to share his plan for tackling the greatest challenges, both at home and abroad, that impact hardworking Kansans and our nation. Kansans are frustrated with Washington and are demanding solutions over partisanship. Republicans and Democrats working together is the only way forward, and I was glad to hear the President’s commitment to bipartisan cooperation. I’ll hold him to that promise.

“Although I did not agree with everything the President said, I appreciate his attention to lowering the cost of groceries and prescription drugs for Kansas families, defending reproductive freedoms and our democracy, and protecting Social Security and Medicare. Also, safeguarding our nation’s security requires a humane and just end to conflicts abroad, along with bolstering America's competitiveness against countries like China and securing our southern border — priorities mentioned tonight that I’ll continue working toward in a bipartisan manner.

“Lastly, I invited Brian Newton, a veteran and small business owner, as my guest to showcase the difference Kansas veterans are making, both during their service and once they return home. Kansas’ best future depends on building an economy that works for everyone. That’s why I passed legislation to support veteran entrepreneurs like Brian and am pushing for efficient implementation of Congress’ major bipartisan accomplishments from the past three years. Communities and families are relying on us to fulfill our commitments, and that’s what I intend to do.”