John – it’s Native American Heritage Month, and we’re celebrating Emerge’s visionary Indigenous alums changing the face of politics right now. We can’t wait to introduce you! 

You may know that Secretary Deb Haaland (Emerge New Mexico) made history as the FIRST Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary. But that’s not Haaland’s only historic first. When she ran for New Mexico’s first congressional district in 2018 and WON, she became one of the first Native American women ever elected to Congress. Haaland has worked tirelessly for over a decade to build a truly inclusive democracy in the U.S.

April Fournier (Emerge Maine) made history as the FIRST Native American woman to serve on the Portland City Council. She brings her vast experience as a community organizer and advocate to this work, helping to ensure that the needs of all of Portland's residents are heard. April is a member of the Diné (Navajo) Nation. 

Ronalda Tome-Warito (Emerge New Mexico) is going to be the FIRST Indigenous woman to sit on the Albuquerque School Board. She has served on multiple educational committees and boards at the state and national levels and has worked with parents and schools for more than 20 years. Tome-Warito has been influential in the growth of New Mexico and Colorado’s education systems and her voice is a much-needed addition to the Albuquerque School Board.

John, we are stronger, more resilient, and more just as a country when our elected officials reflect the full range of our identities, cultures, and experiences. 

By empowering more Indigenous women to run for office at every level, Emerge is making major strides toward building the democracy all our communities deserve. But we need your help to build on success and see MORE Indigenous women in politics. 

So please: Will you donate $10 or more to Emerge now to recruit, train, and empower bold Democratic women to run and win in 2024 and beyond?

Thank you for being a part of our movement, 

Team Emerge