Hi John,

Republicans know they can't win fairly in 2026 — so they're doubling down on gerrymandering. Their plan is simple: rig the maps, rig the rules, and rig the results.

But our team has been working to gain, hold, and strengthen governing majorities in key states for more than a decade. We're determined to build power at the state level because we know that state leaders are the ones on the frontlines defending against Republicans' gerrymandering efforts. Between now and 2027, we're working to elect the leaders who will fight for their constituents and conduct the 2030 census in a fair way that protects voting rights across the country. EMILYs List has been here before, and we are prepared, John.

That's why we are thrilled to endorse TWO MORE women for the Virginia House of Delegates — Nicole Cole and Stacey Carroll.

Before I introduce these new candidates, donate today to help Democratic pro-choice women win seats in Virginia and beyond THIS NOVEMBER:

Nicole Cole (VA-HD66) is a Virginia-born business owner, financial advisor, and school board vice chair. On the school board, she led efforts to improve local schools and protect them from radical Republicans. She's ready to bring her results-driven leadership to Richmond.

Stacey Carroll (VA-HD64), a veteran with 19 years of service in the U.S. military, has experience auditing government agencies and a heart for public service, having fostered 22 teens and received 2024 Spotlight Foster Parent of the Year honors. She is a champion for education, economic growth, responsible governance, and health care access tailored to family needs.

Nicole and Stacey join eight other EMILYs List candidates already running to expand our ONE-SEAT majority in the Virginia House of Delegates:

Elizabeth Guzmán – VA-HD22
Lily Franklin – VA-HD41
May Nivar – VA-HD57
Jessica Anderson – VA-HD71
Leslie Mehta – VA-HD73
Lindsey Dougherty – VA-HD75
Kimberly Pope Adams – VA-HD82
Kacey Carnegie – VA-HD89

Together, they're building the Democratic majority we need to hold the line in Virginia and across the country.

Support our work as we fight to build and defend majorities in state legislatures like Virginia's:

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Thanks for stepping up,

Emily Parés (she/her/hers)
Deputy Chief Campaigns Officer, State & Local Campaigns, EMILYs List