The challenges our communities, our Commonwealth, and our country will face over the next four years under the Trump administration are undeniable.
As Speaker of the Pennsylvania House, I want you to know that House Democrats are fully committed to protecting Pennsylvanians from MAGA extremism. We will stand strong to ensure that the bills we pass improve lives, uplift families, and reflect the values of fairness and inclusion—not policies that harm or divide.
We are ready to take action: ensuring every Pennsylvania child has access to equitable and quality education, protecting reproductive healthcare, and defending our most vulnerable communities against attempts to exclude and marginalize them.
At the start of this journey, I am inspired by the words of Martin Luther King, Jr., whose legacy we celebrate today and every January: “We need leaders not in love with money but in love with justice. Not in love with publicity but in love with humanity.” This is the conviction that will guide us.
The road ahead will be difficult, but we are resolute. Voters have entrusted us to rise to this moment, stand in the gap, fight for justice and fairness, and turn the page toward a brighter future for all.
Joanna McClinton serves as the Speaker of the Pennsylvania State House, while proudly serving the 191st district.
Joanna has made important strides to enact progress in the Pennsylvania Legislature. From working to protect the rights of those accused in our criminal justice system to spearheading the fight to expand our voting rights, she has proven that she will always prioritize the prosperity of Pennsylvanians over the promise of power. If you're committed to joining this fight, you can click here to make a one-time donation,or you can click here to make a monthly recurring donation.
