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Thank you for all the well wishes and kind words. It’s been an honor to serve as DNC chair these past four years. The journey to the weekend was long, but it was well worth it. There’s more work to be done, but our party is in great hands with @harrisonjaime.

But the work isn’t over — congratulations to my friend, @harrisonjaime on his election as the new chair of our party. I know you’ll do an incredible job, and I can’t wait to see how you build on the progress we’ve made and push our party forward.

Today marks my last day as chair of the @DNC. It’s been an honor to lead our party these past four years, and I’m proud of all the progress we’ve made as a party.

We have waited four years for this moment — decency and integrity are restored to the White House. Thank you to @JoeBiden, @KamalaHarris, and all the voters and organizers who fought to bring this victory to fruition. Our battle to #BuildBackBetter begins today.

Dr. King preached, marched, and sat in jail in order to bring America closer in line with her ideals. While the journey is far from over, Dr. King and the titans of the civil rights movement have cleared the path. Together we must keep the faith and always push forward.

My condolences to the family of Senator Mike Miller, a towering political figure in Maryland. Mike cared so deeply about Maryland. His fingerprints are on so many critical accomplishments. He battled his final chapter with strength and courage. May he rest in peace.

This incoming group of @DNC leaders is smart and dedicated. They reflect the diversity of our party and our country, and I can't wait to see everything they will achieve alongside @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris.

Today, in a bipartisan vote, the House took action to hold him accountable. No one is above the law – not even the president. We must work to heal our nation’s wounds, restore the rule of law, and build America back better.

This is a solemn moment. Last week, our democracy was attacked. The violent insurrection at the Capitol was a brazen attempt to subvert the rule of law and overturn a free and fair election, and it was incited by none other than the president of the United States himself.

Masks aren’t a political statement — it’s a means of protecting yourself and others. I am keeping @RepJayapal in my thoughts and I hope she gets better soon.https://twitter.com/RepJayapal/status/1348871117407203328 …

While fearing for her life, @RepBonnie was forced to shelter in place with her Republican colleagues who placed her life further at risk. I’m disgusted by their utter disregard for the wellbeing of others, and I am praying for her speedy recovery.https://twitter.com/RepBonnie/status/1348686673085931520 …

America needs a secretary of labor who will fight tirelessly to empower American workers and the labor movement. A union member and champion of workers’ rights, @Marty_Walsh is the right person for the job. Congratulations, Mayor Walsh!

I also want to congratulate the incredible team that will be joining Judge Garland. I've had the privilege of working with Lisa Monaco, @vanitaguptaCR, and @KristenClarkeJD. They're the best of the best and I know they will protect civil rights and put the J back in DOJ.

I had the honor of working on Merrick Garland’s nomination to the Court of Appeals when I was a staff member in Ted Kennedy’s office. He is a person of integrity and honor — qualities that our Justice Department and country desperately need now. Congratulations, Judge Garland.

Yesterday’s violence was reprehensible, we need a full accounting for what happened at the Capitol. But those actions did not thwart our democracy, and Congress was able to certify the election of @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris — and in 13 days they will be sworn into office.

As the late Congressman Lewis said, “Democracy is not a state. It is an act, and each generation must do its part to help build what we called the Beloved Community, a nation and world society at peace with itself.” Our work continues on behalf of the American people.https://twitter.com/JoeBiden/status/1346985653658116098 …

What happened in Georgia last night is the direct result of the hard work, sweat, and tears of every organizer, volunteer, and voter who showed up and spoke out. And it’s a strong reminder of what happens when we invest in our communities and invest in organizing — we win.