Democrats Have Inspiring Vision of U.S. I’m thrilled to be supporting Mikie Sherrill, the just-nominated Democratic candidate for governor of New Jersey, who has just cemented her presence on the national scene. The principles that keep me returning to the Democratic Party, election after election, are embodied by leaders like Mikie. The Democratic Party’s dedication to a dynamic, inclusive and progressive vision of America is the foundation of my support for it. Democrats embody America’s fundamental identity as a nation of immigrants, whether it is via their support of refugees or their advocacy for intelligent, compassionate immigration reform. Democrats embody America’s fundamental identity as a nation of immigrants, whether it is via their support of refugees or their advocacy for intelligent, compassionate immigration reform.