Political Quotes

Alex Padilla: ““Yesterday, the American people showed up and demanded a better future. Now it’s Congress’ job to build it.”

On the recordNovember 10, 2026
“Yesterday, the American people showed up and demanded a better future. Now it’s Congress’ job to build it.
Said by
Alex Padilla
Democratic · California
View archived source

Editor's note · Context

Statement on 2026 midterm election results

Share

More from Alex Padilla

Nov 10, 2026

More than 60 people have now died in ICE custody since Donald Trump returned to office. That is a staggering and unacceptable loss of life, and the Trump Administration continues to refuse to answer basic questions about the conditions…

padilla.senate.gov
Nov 10, 2026

“We will do everything in our power to end the unlawful war in Iran, bring down gas and diesel prices, and reverse Trump’s reckless tariffs that are making life unaffordable for the American people.

padilla.senate.gov
Nov 10, 2026

“We will investigate the brazen corruption we’ve seen coming out of the White House and finally pass legislation to reform our elections and strengthen voting rights.

padilla.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation