WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Elect Democratic Women (EDW), the Congressional Member-led committee dedicated to electing Democratic women to Congress and offices up and down the ballot, announced its endorsement of Gina Ortiz Jones for Mayor of San Antonio, Texas.
“Elect Democratic Women is pleased to endorse Gina Ortiz Jones in her campaign for San Antonio Mayor,” said EDW Chair, Rep. Lois Frankel. “Gina has been a long-standing partner of EDW and a tremendous leader for service members, veterans, women, and families. Having an advocate for policies that support women and families is important at all levels of government, and we know Gina will make a remarkable Mayor.”
“I am proud to have the backing of Elect Democratic Women in my campaign to serve my hometown as her Mayor,” said Gina Ortiz Jones. “I understand what public service ought to be and the challenges affecting my community. Issues like affordability, quality education, and reproductive rights are more important than ever, and I aim to be a champion for San Antonio’s families as Mayor.”
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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.