WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Elect Democratic Women (EDW), the Congressional Member-led committee dedicated to electing Democratic women to Congress and higher office, announced its endorsement of Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill for Governor of New Jersey.
“Elect Democratic Women is proud to endorse our colleague Rep. Mikie Sherrill for Governor of New Jersey. Rep. Sherrill is a true public servant who has been a staunch advocate for women’s reproductive freedom and for policies that support women and families, especially military families. As a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Navy and as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, Rep. Sherrill is no stranger to service and advocacy for the American people and we know she will always continue that service for the people of New Jersey,” said EDW Board Member Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan.
“It is an honor to receive the support and endorsement of Elect Democratic Women in this race,” said Rep. Mikie Sherrill. “I have been proud to work alongside this talented group of lawmakers to make life more affordable and grow the economy, protect reproductive freedom, and ensure veterans’ and military families’ needs are met here in New Jersey. My North Star will always be getting big things done for New Jersey — like lowering the cost of groceries, housing, and health care — and I’m proud to have Elect Democratic Women’s support in this mission.”
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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.