WA deserves a legislature that is representative of our communities. Representation allows more people to see themselves reflected in the legislature and know that they too belong in positions of power. 1/5
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If elected, I will be the only Black Senator in Washington in over a decade, and the second Black woman to ever serve in the Senate. 2/5
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Last session, only 6 of 147 legislators were renters. I& #39;ll bring a critical voice to the housing affordability conversation as I& #39;m a renter and have experienced housing insecurity/was in the foster care system. 3/5
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I& #39;m a mother of 4, a former educator, & a former military spouse. I am my experience will bring a critical perspective to Olympia that aligns with the real life experiences of folks across my community & state. 4/5
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Read more about the importance of representation here: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2020/10/02/black-female-politicians-washington-opportunity-pac/3547493001/">https://www.usatoday.com/story/new... 5/5
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