Washington, D.C. —  Today, on the four-year anniversary of the violent January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, the League of Conservation Voters (LCV) issued the following statement from Democracy Program Director Justin Kwasa:

“Four years after Donald Trump incited a violent insurrection to try to stop the peaceful transfer of power, with violence and threats against elected officials, civil servants, and law enforcement officers, today is a stark reminder that the stakes for our democracy are higher than ever. With someone returning to the White House who has attempted to rewrite the history of that day and has issued numerous threats to weaponize law enforcement and the military against political opponents, we will continue to fight non-violently for a strong democracy. The people deserve a democracy that respects every voter equally no matter their race, sex, income, or zip code, holds politicians accountable for corruption and abuse of power, and enables the people to protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and our fundamental freedoms.

Today’s election certification presided over by Vice President Kamala Harris, honoring the peaceful transition of power as the United States has done for over two centuries, is a sharp contrast to the insurrection four years ago. We must continue to stand strong for a free and fair democracy for all.”

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