Massachusetts Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren announced Monday she was launching an exploratory committee for a possible 2020 presidential campaign. She becomes the highest- profile Democrat to confirm her likely presidential bid in what is expected to be a crowded primary field. Her video announcement took on the familiar themes of economic inequality and reining in corporate greed. This is Warren speaking to reporters later that day.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren: “America’s middle class is getting hollowed out. And opportunity, for too many of our young people, is shrinking. So, I’m in this fight all the way. Right now, Washington works great for the wealthy and the well-connected. It’s just not working for anyone else. But I am optimistic. I believe in what we can do together. I’m going to build a grassroots campaign.”

On Tuesday, Senator Warren said she plans to visit Iowa this weekend. Iowa is a popular first stop for presidential candidates as it is the first state to participate in the primaries.