John – it’s only been one year since Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick stunned election watchers and pulled off one of the most exciting victories I have ever seen.

It would take a hand recount and another 10 days before we knew for certain, but one year ago today, Sheila won the special election Democratic primary to represent FL-20 in Congress.

Brand New Congress was the only national organization that backed Sheila’s campaign from the beginning of last year’s special election. And that support paid off when she won her primary by just FIVE VOTES before going on to win in the January General Election.

It was no easy win, John, and without question, BNC supporters made a difference – whether by phonebanking, textbanking, knocking doors, or contributing, everyone played a part in this victory.

Now Sheila is up for re-election in just six days, and we need to keep this trailblazer in Congress. Would you split a contribution between Brand New Congress and Sheila’s campaign today?

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In less than 10 months in office, Sheila has already championed over 230 pieces of legislation in the House, and serves on nine committees.

She also made history by becoming the first Haitian-American Democrat to serve in Congress from Florida – a state with over half a million Haitian immigrants and Americans of Haitian descent.

All of this was made possible by your support, John. Your contributions help Brand New Congress maintain the infrastructure to support candidates at critical moments, giving them just the edge they need to win. And Sheila’s five-vote-victory proved that every vote counts.

You helped BNC make history with Sheila’s election one year ago today. Let’s keep it going and help her win again on November 8th. Split a contribution between Sheila and Brand New Congress now.

Thank you for a wonderful first year of service, Congresswoman!

Adrienne Bell
Executive Director
Brand New Congress