Taking a Stand in this Election: A Message from our CEO
As the U.S. election unfolds, I feel compelled to speak out. While CEOs are often discouraged from "being political," this presidential election is unlike any other. And, as a CEO of a company that fundamentally believes in improving the health of Americans, I have to speak up.
Voting is a sacred right in this country, and every citizen should participate and be as informed as possible. If this were a typical election, I would share my views of how the health policy positions of each candidate differ, and let you draw your own conclusions. Indeed, I have done that – see this recent piece in Healthline.
But this election is not typical. Our right to vote and be sure that the results will hold is being invalidated by the Republican nominee for president. This is deeply disturbing. Voting is not just a sacred right; it is also a powerful social determinant of health. People who are able to express themselves and have agency through the voting process are more likely to be healthy.
In this regard, Vice President Kamala Harris stands out as the only candidate who has consistently pledged to uphold the U.S. Constitution and the rule of law. Her absolute commitment to this fact, backed by her decades of public service, make her the only viable presidential candidate. For this reason, above all others, I am supporting her candidacy.
I am speaking from the heart. I was raised in a bipartisan household – my father was a Republican and my mother was a Democrat. I have spent much of my career working in a bipartisan policy environment (Republican governors and a Democratic legislature). There was mutual respect and civility in those worlds.
Recently, I visited my parents' gravesite in a military cemetery, an experience that brought these reflections into sharper focus. My father, a Navy veteran, rests among others who served in Vietnam, Korea, World War II, and Iraq—individuals who put country over self and duty above partisanship. And my mother is by his side. Growing up in a Navy town, I was surrounded by this ethos of service. Sitting among the plaques of those who served, I was reminded that these men and women made sacrifices not for power or politics but for a shared belief in democracy and freedom. This experience resonates deeply with me, not because I have always been tied to military traditions, but because it underscores the responsibility we each have as voters—to prioritize the greater good of our country. In this moment, the power to shape our nation’s future is in our hands, particularly when it comes to the healthcare system that so many rely on.
The decisions we make in this election will have far-reaching implications for all of us as citizens. The effects of not electing Vice President Kamala Harris will be even worse for the millions of Americans who continue to struggle for access to affordable, high-quality care. As someone who has navigated life-threatening health challenges, I understand firsthand the stakes involved. A just and effective healthcare system is not a luxury; it’s a necessity for all, regardless of background or income. It’s a belief that has guided my work and my commitment as the CEO of Day Health Strategies.
I urge you to make an informed vote by November 5th and prioritize country over party. Together, we can safeguard our democracy and create a healthcare system that serves all—one informed vote at a time.
Respectfully,
Rosemarie Day
Founder & CEO