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John, it's Lisa Blunt Rochester -- I'm running to become the first woman and Black person to represent Delaware in the Senate.
This Black History Month, I have been reflecting on so many of the Black leaders and visionaries from the past and who are living among us today. Throughout history, Black Americans have made invaluable contributions to this country despite facing barriers, adversity, and injustice every step of the way.
It’s been the greatest honor of my life to serve Delaware in the House and to work alongside Congressman Clyburn, who is also a fellow Co-Chair on President Biden’s re-election campaign. Congressman Clyburn has been a mentor, and his consistent support for my campaigns ever since I first ran for Congress has been invaluable -- including now as I run for Senate.
One of the barriers that we, as Black Americans, have faced is not having sufficient representation in our government -- and even today, we still have a long way to go. I'm going to tell you a little bit more about why representation matters, but first, can I ask that you make a donation to my campaign?
In its 234-year history, the United States Senate has had 2,003 Senators -- but only three of them have been Black women. Let me be blunt and say: That is not enough.
Representation in our government is so important. When we see ourselves reflected in positions of leadership and influence, it sends a powerful message that our voices are valued. And it also ensures that our government is working for everyone, not just a select few.
The historical nature of this campaign is not lost on me, but I am not in this fight just to make history. I am in this fight to make sure that every Delawareans’ voices are heard and every perspective is represented.
In order for all of this to be possible, we need to hold the Senate majority. Trump, McConnell, and the MAGA machine are preparing to throw everything they have at Delaware to flip our state red. That would spell serious trouble for our majority.
This Black History Month, I'm asking you to help our campaign increase representation in the Senate by winning in November. I can't do this without your support, so can you chip into our historic campaign in Delaware?
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