Hey John,
It's Black History Month and we're celebrating the best way we know how: Working to secure Black, progressive political representation — this month and all year long.
Running for office from an underrepresented community is already a challenge, and Black candidates face many additional hurdles when seeking political office. One of the biggest obstacles: Fundraising.
That's why we're asking you, John, to help make Black history by splitting a donation of
$5
or any amount directly between our endorsed Black candidates and Run for Something.
Your donation will go directly to these six all-star Black candidates fighting to secure progressive change in Illinois, Missouri, and Kansas:
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Ayana Clark, running for 21st Ward Alderperson in Chicago. She would be the first woman and first newly elected official to serve in the seat in 20 years.
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Warren Williams, running for 30th Ward Alderman in Chicago. Warren is a community organizer fighting for universal access to public transportation, environmental justice and climate action, immigration rights, preventative public safety measures, and affordable housing.
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Ronnie Mosley, running for 21st Ward Alderperson in Chicago. Ronnie is a seasoned organizer who has fought on the national and state level for cannabis reform, gun violence prevention, voting rights, and many progressive issues.
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Heather Wills, running for 18th Ward Alderperson in Chicago. Heather's been a community organizer and advocate for over 20 years and will work to empower the voices of her constituents.
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Michael Kelley, running for Kansas City Council, 5th District At-Large. Michael is a policy director at a nonprofit working to expand transportation access to Kansas City residents. He's fighting for a better, more equitable future for his two daughters and community.
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Makaya Little, running for Virginia House, District 19. Makaya is a mother; certified Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion trainer; and a survivor of domestic violence. She's running in one of the most diverse districts in the nation and will prioritize equity in all new legislation.
Split a
$5
or more donation between six of our Black candidates running this year and Run for Something as we secure Black representation and sustainable progressive power.
Let's go,
Run for Something
P.S. Throughout this month, Black Run for Something alumni are taking over our Instagram page! Make sure you follow us to get a peek into their days as elected officials.
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Run for Something is a grassroots-powered organization that recruits and empowers young progressives running for local office, with the goal of winning permanent power for decades to come. We've elected over 800 diverse young progressives to power by relying on support from grassroots donors pitching in a little to create big change. Please chip in now to help our candidates continue running and winning.
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