Statement From Congressman-Elect Dan Goldman On The Anniversary Of The January 6 Insurrection

“On this solemn anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, let us not forget that those in the House that fomented the attack on our democracy that day are still — today — undermining our democracy by failing to organize the Congress.

“The forces of authoritarian extremism have not loosened their grip on the Republican Party in the two years since former President Donald Trump incited a violent insurrection in a last desperate attempt to overturn the results of a Presidential election to remain in power.

“That is why we must remain vigilant in the fight to preserve and protect our democracy. This fight is far from over but it is an existential one.

“To mark this anniversary, I have announced my intention to work with two of my Democratic colleagues, Representatives Dean Phillips and Jason Crow, to introduce legislation that will permanently designate January 6 as Democracy Day.

“Doing so is a necessary step to ensuring that the horrific attack on the cradle of our democracy is never forgotten. Let this anniversary always guide us to strengthen our values and institutions, as we engage in the hard but important work to turn tragedy into purpose.”