She also thanked incumbent President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden for their “faith and support.” “I know your service to our nation will continue,” Harris said, turning to her colleagues.
“And to my extraordinary team, to the volunteers who gave so much of themselves, to the poll workers and the local election officials – I thank you, I thank you all.”
“I also told him that we will help him and his team with their transition, and that we will engage in a peaceful transfer of power,” the 60-year-old said when she revealed that she had contacted the president-elect today.
“We accept the outcome of elections when we lose them, which is a basic tenet of American democracy.
“That principle, as much as any other, distinguishes democracy from tyranny.” She said she would not “concede the fight” despite the election, adding:
“The fight for freedom, opportunity, fairness, and the dignity of all people.” Everyone strives to uphold the principles that are important to our country and best represent America.
