Political Quotes

Alex Padilla: We can’t leave anything to chance. We have to be ready.

On the recordJune 17, 2026
We can’t leave anything to chance. We have to be ready.
Said by
Alex Padilla
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

On preparing for unprecedented election interference.

Share

More from Alex Padilla

Sep 2, 2026

Our local public transit systems are the backbone of economy, connecting people to jobs, schools, essential services, and opportunities in their communities.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 30, 2026

American service members deserve better and the American people deserve better.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 31, 2026

That is not a safety feature, it is a liability shield. These devices are designed to leave no trace—an ‘invisible partner’ according to Compliant Technologies—even when the force is unjustified or violates the Fourth Amendment.

padilla.senate.gov
Aug 14, 2026

We are very concerned that delaying the CIG project pipeline, while advancing only the Utah project, is potentially rooted in partisan political considerations, which could further violate statutory requirements.

padilla.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation