Shomari Figures, the Democratic nominee for Alabama’s recently redrawn 2nd Congressional District, signed onto a joint letter to the Democratic National Committee and Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday.
Signed by fourteen Democratic members of Congress and thirteen fellow candidates, the letter asks the DNC to “take a forward-looking approach to digital assets and blockchain technology.”
Specifically, it calls to: “include pro-digital language in the party’s platform,” “select a vice-presidential candidate sophisticated in digital asset policy,” “select a pro-innovation SEC chair,” and “engage with industry experts.”
The letter also criticizes the “current SEC’s approach to these transformative technologies” and claims swing voters will consider the parties’ crypto policy this November.
Shomari Figures is supported by pro-crypto PACs like Protect Progress, which is funded by major digital currency firms and leaders.
Shomari Figures' campaign website highlights a specific focus within the "Opportunities and Economy" section under "On the Issues":
Embracing the evolving digital asset landscape, including cryptocurrencies, to foster innovation and technological progress. It aims to ensure that as blockchain technology advances, its applications benefit our District, particularly in supply chain management, healthcare, and identity verification.