For the first time in American history, an openly gay Afro-Latino will be sworn in as a member of the next Congress. That’s history, and we made it together. Thank you so much, John.
It’s an honor to be heading to Washington to help fight against the intolerance that many in the LGBTQ+ community face because of who we choose to love. In me, you have an unrelenting fighter for the equality and fairness that every single American deserves. Representation matters, and this campaign proved that.
I'm so proud of our historic win. And as a kid from the Bronx who grew up poor, it’s the honor of my life to fight for working families and tackle the issues that matter to everyday people.
There's a lot to get done. We’re in the throes of an out-of-control pandemic, the gap between the haves and the have nots is widening, and marginalized communities have been severely hurt by backward, often racist and bigoted Republican policies. In the coming months, I will continue to engage with you and ask for your help as we pursue solutions to these significant challenges.
We’re at the doorstep of change, John. And while there are still millions of votes left to count in states like Pennsylvania and Michigan, momentum is firmly on Joe Biden’s side. Have confidence in the men and women working across the country to ensure that every voice is heard in our democratic system.
Thanks again for everything. I really appreciate your commitment to securing a more hopeful future for working families in the South Bronx and around the country.
Onward + together,
Ritchie