WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Elect Democratic Women (EDW), the Congressional Member-led committee dedicated to electing Democratic women to Congress, announced its endorsement of Amanda Edwards for Texas’ 18th Congressional District Special Election.
“Amanda has been a driving force for economic opportunity for all within her Houston community. As a Houston City Council member and non-profit leader, Amanda has proven that she can deliver when Texans are facing challenging times. Elect Democratic Women is proud to endorse Amanda for Texas’ 18th Congressional District. We’re confident that she will bring her relentless commitment to working families to Congress,” said Elect Democratic Women Chair, Rep. Lois Frankel.
“I am proud to have the support of Elect Democratic Women, a group that understands the challenges women and families are facing in our country today,” said Amanda Edwards. “As an attorney, former City Council Member, and community non-profit leader, I have devoted my career to improving economic opportunity for Houston families. I am grateful to have EDW’s support as we continue that fight in Congress.”
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Elect Democratic Women is the political organization, led by current Members of Congress, focused on electing more Democratic women to Congress. Since its inception in 2018, EDW has raised over $35M and supported over 200 women candidates.