When this multi-racial, multi-generational movement sent Summer to Congress, they sent a champion who understands the urgent needs of PA-12 because she’s lived those same struggles.
Summer believes that when we fight for community-centered policies, we must be centered in community. That's why Summer prioritizes spending time connecting with the people of PA-12 — not corporate interests.
We can’t wait to share what Summer's been up to lately, but first: Summer’s community-first work is fueled by this people-powered movement. Will you contribute $5 to help her continue to reach every corner of her district as she fights for a bold, progressive agenda?
Summer’s most recent in-district visits have been incredibly productive, here are a few snapshots:
Summer stood with striking Pittsburgh Post-Gazette workers as they demanded that the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center stop advertising with the paper until the strike is settled.
Summer speaks during a rally calling for UPMC to stop advertising in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette for the duration of the strike
(Alexandra Wimley/Union Progress)
Along with Senator Bob Casey, Summer announced a $1.4 million investment to reunite Manchester and Chateau. Construction of Route 65 and the legacy of redlining severed these neighborhoods, inflicting lasting detrimental effects on the community and isolated Black and brown working-class communities. This investment will help begin the long road to correcting this injury.
Summer toured Elizabeth Forward High School with Superintendent Keith Konyk after a fire shut down the school. There she discussed investments for public schools, including prioritizing safe buildings and infrastructure so students can continue to learn in the classroom without interruption or risk to their safety.
Speaking of schools, Summer also stopped by PGH Sci Tech to talk to students about everything from gun violence, to environmental justice, to corporate greed.
The kids are alright! Summer with the students of PGH Sci Tech.
Safe communities mean access to clean, healthy drinking water. In company with other federal, state, and local leaders, Summer celebrated Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority’s 10,000th lead service line replacement.
With Gov. Josh Shapiro, Summer visited Carnegie Mellon University to help launch a $150 million partnership with the Norman and Ruth Rales Foundation, to help improve access to STEM graduate education for students from underrepresented communities.
As Republicans nationwide continue to attack access to diverse books, Summer was proud to attend the opening of Stories Like Me, a new independent bookstore in Greenfield where young people can find stories that reflect their lived experiences. Sections include Black history, queerness, and neurodiversity.
— Team Summer
