Friend,

My name is Winsome Earle-Sears, and if you don’t mind, I’d like to tell you a little about myself. I’m not your typical politician, and I never will be. This is my story. 

In 2021, I won the General Election for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia by less than 60,000 votes. In doing so, I became the first black woman to hold this office—but that’s not why I ran. I ran to effect real change and instill common-sense conservative leadership. That’s exactly what we have done and will continue to do.  

Before becoming the 2nd in command in Virginia, I beat a 20-year incumbent in 2001 to become the first Republican to win a seat in a majority black district in the Virginia House of Delegates since 1865. In the General Assembly, I focused on getting results for my constituents. 

Prior to my career in politics, I had the distinct honor of serving as an electrician in the United States Marine Corps. It was here that I learned to be a leader—to improvise, adapt, and overcome. Looking back, my time in the Marines had a significant impact on who I am today, and for that, I’m ever grateful.

Looking even further back, when I was just 6 years old, my family and I came to the United States from Jamaica. We arrived in a new land with no money and different accents, but we made it work and got through the struggles - only in America is something like this even possible. 

Of course, none of this would have been possible without my husband, Terence, and my amazing daughters. Throughout all of this, they have been my rock, and I owe them everything - they have kept me grounded, confident, and optimistic for the future. 

As you can see, I’ve lived a full life. There have been highs, lows, and everything in between, but I don’t regret a single thing. 

I maintain, without a shadow of a doubt, that my story is only possible in America. I am the second most powerful person in the former capital of the Confederacy, and I am a black female. 

I am the epitome of the boundless opportunity and freedom that can only be found in America.

But Friend, my story is far from over. 

I’m running for Governor not only to break records but also to continue spreading my conservative message – to show the world that a black, female, immigrant – and anyone else for that matter – can go from absolutely nothing to the highest levels of American politics.

Now, the support I have received for my campaign thus far has been amazing, but the reality is that if we’re going to have a shot at winning this thing, then we must be well-funded. 

So, after all you’ve learned about me today, can you take just a second to chip in to support my campaign, even if it’s just a few bucks? This road ahead will be difficult, but this is nothing I haven’t experienced before - and it would be an honor to have you by my side.

Thank you for your time, and may God Bless the United States of America,

Winsome Earle-Sears (R-VA)