Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) called for “change in Washington” ahead of the Nov. 3 elections, arguing that working families need leaders who prioritize their concerns over those of wealthy Americans.
Kelly Says Working Families are ‘Getting Left Behind‘
On Tuesday, Kelly shared a clip of his interview on The View on X, where he discussed his campaign trail experiences and the concerns he has heard from voters across the country.
“We need change in Washington, and that’s why I’ve been traveling all across the country to help elect the leaders we need to win on November 3rd,” he wrote.
He added that “working families are getting left behind” and deserve leaders who will “actually stand up for them and not just rich people.”
Kelly Says Election Is About ‘The American People’
During the interview, Kelly said he had traveled to 17 states as part of campaign efforts and described his wife, former Rep. Gabby Giffords (D-Ariz.), as the “GOAT of campaigning,” comparing her to NFL legend Tom Brady.
Kelly also said he had encountered significant energy on the campaign trail and argued that voters were looking for answers from the government.
“What I’m hearing from folks is this next election, this isn’t about Trump. It’s about the American people,” he said.
He added, “And they really need answers and this administration isn’t giving it to them.”
Lawmakers Criticize Rising Costs and Economic Inequality
Earlier this month, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.) reintroduced a bill proposing a 32-hour workweek without cuts to pay or benefits, arguing AI gains should benefit workers.
Last month, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi criticized Republicans over rising costs, tax breaks for the wealthy and taxpayer spending on President Donald Trump’s war against Iran.
In June, Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) blamed federal deficit spending for rising healthcare and everyday costs, saying working families paid the price.
GOP Defends Tax Cuts Amid Rising Costs
Last week, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) defended the Republican tax law, highlighting family tax benefits and criticizing Democrats for opposing the measures.
In August, Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) defended the Trump administration’s economic record while acknowledging rising costs for working families.
Economist Mark Zandi previously blamed tariffs and restrictive immigration policies for contributing to inflation and higher living costs.
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