Dear John,

Today, we are thrilled to announce our second candidate of 2025: Elizabeth Guzman, challenger for the Virginia House of Delegates in District 22! Democrats hold the majority by a single seat—and this seat is critical to maintaining our power.

If you already know the importance of holding the Virginia House of Delegates this year, help us kick off Elizabeth’s campaign with a donation of $25.25! Or, read on to learn more about this election.

MEET ELIZABETH GUZMAN

Elizabeth Guzman represented the 31st District in Virginia’s House of Delegates for six years, serving parts of Prince William and Fauquier Counties. She is a social worker and public administrator, and was the first Latina immigrant to serve in the General Assembly.

Elizabeth immigrated to the United States as a young single mother with only $300 in her pocket. She worked three minimum-wage jobs to afford a one-bedroom apartment and eventually put herself through Northern Virginia Community College; she later earned two master’s degrees. She has dedicated her career to local government and human services, including protecting children from neglect and abuse.

During her tenure in the legislature, Elizabeth served in leadership roles on the Education Committee and the Social Services Committee. As a second-generation union member, she championed workers’ rights, leading the fight for a paid sick leave law to ensure that no Virginian should have to choose between their health and a paycheck. She also passed historic legislation lifting Virginia’s blanket ban on public-sector collective bargaining. Elizabeth has worked diligently in a bipartisan manner to bridge the rural-urban divide and ensure all communities in her district are represented, earning respect from colleagues on both sides of the aisle. She resides in Prince William County with her husband, Carlos, their four children, and her mother, Gregoria.

WHY THIS RACE IS IMPORTANT

In 2023, Democrats flipped the Virginia House of Delegates. Defending our hard-won majority ensures that Virginia remains both a firewall against right-wing extremism and a leader in expanding opportunity, protecting freedoms, and strengthening democracy.

Electing Elizabeth Guzman to the 22nd District is crucial for expanding the Democratic majority in Virginia's House of Delegates. As the first Latina immigrant to serve in the General Assembly, Elizabeth has a proven track record of championing progressive policies, and was recognized as one of the most effective legislators by numerous organizations. Now we are working to send her back to Richmond so her leadership can ensure continued progress on issues vital to Virginians.

Building on our victories in the 2025 Virginia special elections, this election is our chance to solidify Virginia as a stronghold for democracy, protect fundamental rights, and keep the Commonwealth moving forward. It also gives us the opportunity to build lasting momentum heading into the 2026 midterms.

WHAT CAN YOU DO RIGHT NOW?

Invest in Elizabeth! Your donation will help her hire top talent and build a winning campaign. GOP candidates are often funded by just a few big donors, so let’s show her some grassroots love!
Sign up to help us make calls for Elizabeth! Our team will be making calls to target voters in Elizabeth's district on Thurs at 6:30pm, beginning in July. No experience is required! Register here.
Get others involved! Invite your friends to our phone bank and share the donation link. Follow our candidates on social media. Find everything you need to spread the word on our candidate pages.

We’re so excited to support such a great candidate with you this year. Stay tuned to our emails for upcoming events and opportunities! If you want to help organize with us, please reply to this email.

Let’s go win!

- Sarah, Karen, Jennie, Jim, Alan, Denise, Mary, Allison, Lynn, Jeff, and the entire Sister District DC Metro Area leadership team