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Release: Rep. Stefanik offers Youtube video, fundraising appeal to declare she is joining with other Republicans to overturn Biden defeat of Trump. She cites 'solemn and sacred duty.'
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Text of January 4, 2021 advisory.

Why I Will Object on Jan 6th

I am honored every day to represent New York's 21st Congressional District, and I believe it is my solemn and sacred duty to serve as your voice and your vote in Washington. I swore an oath to protect and defend our Constitution - the utmost duty I perform as a Member of the United States Congress.

As the Representative for New York's 21st Congressional District, I plan to object to certain contested electors on January 6th. I do not take this action lightly. I am acting to protect our democratic process. Article II and the Twelfth Amendment of the Constitution makes clear that I have an obligation to act on this matter if I believe there are serious questions with respect to the Presidential election.

I believe those questions exist. Tens of millions of Americans are rightly concerned that the 2020 election featured unprecedented voting irregularities, unconstitutional overreach by unelected state officials and judges ignoring state election laws, and a fundamental lack of ballot integrity and security.

To the tens of thousands of constituents and patriots across the country who have reached out to me in the past few weeks - please know that I hear you. The most precious foundation and covenant of our Republic is the right to vote - and consequently, the faith in the sanctity of our nation's free and fair elections.

As a Member of Congress, I am committed to restoring the faith of the American people in our elections - that they are free, fair, secure, and according to the United States Constitution.

This fight is just the beginning. The mainstream media has silenced any and all objections or questions about this election’s integrity.

Please stand with me and send your support now to help us fight back!

Thank you and God Bless the United States of America.

Elise Stefanik