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NewDEAL Statement on No Labels Presidential Ticket

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 13, 2023

Contact: Jonathon Dworkin, 202-660-1340 x5

NewDEAL Statement on No Labels Presidential Ticket

CEO Debbie Cox Bultan speaks out on day of action, one year before proposed No Labels third party convention

Washington, D.C. - As part of a day of action opposing No Labels’ attempt to field a third party presidential ticket that would help former President Trump or a similarly divisive Republican nominee, CEO Debbie Cox Bultan released the following statement:

“It is mind boggling that No Labels would pursue a third party 2024 presidential ticket now, when we have an Administration that exemplifies responsible governance and problem-solving, including major bipartisan achievements, in contrast to a predecessor's tenure that ended with an attempt to overthrow the government. Reality does not conform to their false narrative that both sides have been hijacked by extremists.

“As an organization that works with pragmatic state and local leaders from nearly every state who often seek bipartisan cooperation, we see both the progress they are making on bread-and-butter issues as a result of recent federal investments, and their struggle to get constituents to appreciate that progress amid a national dialogue that often wrongly paints both sides as extreme and out-of-touch. Their efforts to address big issues and restore faith in government will only get harder if No Labels pursues its presidential bid.

“The only plausible impact of a so-called unity ticket on the next presidential election would be to split the votes of Americans who care about defending democracy and making government work, providing a possible path to victory for a candidate like former President Trump who will campaign on grievance and division.”

About NewDEAL

The NewDEAL brings together leaders focused on expanding opportunity, helping them develop and spread innovative ideas to spur economic growth that is equitable and sustainable. Most importantly, the organization facilitates the exchange of ideas among its members and connects them with other pro-growth progressive political, policy, and private sector leaders.

Learn more about the NewDEAL and its members by visiting http://www.newdealleaders.org/leaders.

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