WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Elect Democratic Women (EDW), the Congressional Member-led committee dedicated to electing more pro-choice Democratic women to Congress, announced its endorsement of LaMonica McIver for New Jersey’s 10th Congressional District.
“From serving as the youngest woman ever on Newark’s City Council to becoming Council President, LaMonica is no stranger to getting things done. She has supported women and families in her city and will do the same in Congress, including fighting to protect women’s reproductive rights. Elect Democratic Women is proud to endorse LaMonica’s campaign and is looking forward to serving with her in the 119th Congress,” said Rep. Lois Frankel.
“On the City Council, I have been a champion for hardworking families in my community and I am looking forward to serving New Jersey and the nation in Congress. I am honored to have earned the endorsement of Elect Democratic Women and look forward to serving alongside them to fight for policies that uplift women and families,” said LaMonica McIver.
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Elect Democratic Women was formed in 2018 by Democratic members of Congress with the purpose of electing more pro-choice Democratic women to Congress and higher office, based on the understanding that democracy is best served by a diverse Congress that reflects the people they represent.
The Executive Board is made up of six sitting members of Congress: Chair Lois Frankel, Rep. Joyce Beatty, Rep. Julia Brownley, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, Rep. Annie Kuster, and Rep. Norma Torres.