Climate Change
President Biden and Democrats passed the Inflation Reduction Act, which takes aggressive action to combat the existential crisis of climate change. These historic investments will help American families save every year on their energy bills while strengthening our energy security, creating jobs, and getting us closer to meeting our climate goals.
Democratic Accomplishments
Democrats took on special interests and are lowering costs for working families, making big corporations begin to pay their fair share in taxes, and rebuilding our economy so it works better for the middle class. Under Democratic leadership, the economy has created over 14 million jobs, including over 800,000 American manufacturing jobs, and the unemployment rate is at 3.7%. Democrats have also delivered bipartisan legislation to fix our roads and bridges, ensure better health care for our veterans, and increase our competitiveness with China.
Economy and Jobs
There’s more work to do, but Democrats’ plan to fight inflation and lower costs is working. We’re building an economy that works from the bottom up and the middle out, with a record of over 14 million jobs — a record that includes over 800,000 manufacturing jobs. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate is at its lowest point in more than 50 years. President Biden and Democrats are committed to creating good-paying jobs, expanding labor rights, and ensuring everyone has a chance to succeed.
Gas Prices
As we build a clean energy future, we’re also ensuring families have access to affordable gas and energy. The Biden administration worked with oil producers to help reduce gas prices and is focused on expanding domestic energy production. Thanks to these efforts, the national average gas price has dropped from the highest prices seen last summer.
Gun Reform
In response to a rash of deadly mass shootings, Democrats have fought for common-sense gun safety reforms, including expanded background checks, red-flag laws, and measures to keep assault weapons out of the hands of dangerous people. These measures are helping to curb gun violence and make communities safer.
Health Care
Democrats are fighting to make health care more affordable, ensuring that Americans can access the care they need. Under the Affordable Care Act, millions of Americans have access to health insurance they can afford, and the Biden administration is working to lower prescription drug costs and expand access to mental health services.
Inflation
Democrats are committed to tackling inflation by lowering the cost of living for American families. They have passed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable and are working to reduce supply chain bottlenecks and ease inflationary pressures by investing in American manufacturing and infrastructure.
LGBTQ+ Rights
Democrats stand with the LGBTQ+ community and are fighting for equal rights and protections for all. They are working to protect marriage equality, fight discrimination, and ensure that everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, can live with dignity and respect.
Prescription Drugs
President Biden and Democrats have delivered historic reforms to lower prescription drug prices. Under their leadership, Medicare is now able to negotiate drug prices directly with manufacturers, which will result in lower costs for Americans.
Protecting and Strengthening Our Democracy
Democrats are committed to defending democracy and protecting voting rights for all Americans. They have worked to pass legislation that expands access to the ballot box and ensures that elections are free and fair.
Reproductive Rights
Democrats are dedicated to protecting reproductive rights and ensuring that women have the ability to make their own health care decisions. Despite efforts to overturn Roe v. Wade, Democrats remain committed to defending women’s access to reproductive health services.
Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid
Democrats are committed to protecting Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, ensuring that millions of Americans who rely on these programs for their retirement, health care, and daily needs are not left behind. They are fighting to preserve these essential programs for future generations.
Student Loan Debt
Democrats are working to ease the burden of student loan debt, with measures to forgive loans for eligible borrowers, expand access to affordable education, and ensure that students aren’t overwhelmed with debt upon graduation.
Taxes
Democrats believe in a fair tax system, where the wealthiest individuals and largest corporations pay their fair share. They are committed to reducing taxes for the middle class while ensuring that the ultra-wealthy and large corporations contribute to the nation’s economic growth.
Veterans
Democrats are dedicated to supporting veterans and their families, ensuring that they have access to the care, benefits, and opportunities they deserve. They are working to improve the VA system, expand benefits, and provide veterans with the resources they need to thrive after serving their country.
Voting Rights
Democrats are focused on protecting and expanding voting rights for all Americans. They have fought against voter suppression efforts and are working to make it easier, not harder, to vote. They believe in the fundamental right of every American to have their voice heard in our democracy.