Hey, Biden staffers — welcome to the best year of your life. You'll love Delaware

For those who haven’t yet jumped ship from the platform formerly known as Twitter, you may have heard that some campaign staffers from Washington D.C. have expressed their disappointment that President Joe Biden chose his hometown as the headquarters for his re-election campaign. To those staffers I say: sign up for Threads … and get ready for the opportunity of your lives.

Some think their long days on the campaign trail ought to be rewarded with late nights out on the town. If that’s the energy they’re bringing with them up I-95, I predict they’ll be pleasantly surprised by what they discover here: a bustling downtown, countless cafes, unique nightspots, James Beard-nominated chefs and award-winning artists and musicians. Delaware has everything you’re looking for — from beaches to vibrant Main Streets to unlimited outdoor fun. And we are close to … everything. Delawareans looking for Beyonce or Taylor Swift tickets had at least three viable locations within a short drive, but can also find several incredible live acts at The Queen and the Freeman Arts Pavilion.

What more can you ask for? Well, a lot actually — and Delaware delivers.

At a time of rising rents, crippling student loan debt and skyrocketing housing markets in all directions, Delaware offers an oasis of opportunity to live, work and play in a state that cares about recruiting, retaining and building an economy around young talent.

In the past two years alone, Delaware has adopted universal paid family leave, raised teacher salaries and invested in early education and childcare statewide. In a state of one million people, younger workers have opportunities to stand out in fields from agriculture, to healthcare, to finance, and law.

In Delaware, we have young leaders in business, in nonprofits, and across our state government. These leaders understand the stakes of the upcoming election and the importance of our institutions. They are committed to a future that builds on our state’s strengths while challenging outdated practices and perceptions that no longer fit a rapidly changing world. And they welcome those who share that vision and look forward to working together during the re-elect and beyond.

Inevitably, there will be some D.C. die-hards. But as the signs welcoming visitors to town used to say, “Wilmington is a place to be somebody” — and I’d argue the same is true for our entire state. Delaware is open for business, for families, and for any transplant who dares to think outside the Beltway.

State Sen. Kyle Evans Gay represents the 5th Senate District, covering parts of North Wilmington and Claymont.

This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Joe Biden reelection: Staffers must stop complaining about Delaware HQ