***MEDIA ADVISORY***
This unprecedented feat reflects the growing force women of color bring to shaping democracy
Chicago, Illinois – The Black Political Excellence Fund will host a reception during the 2024 Democratic National Convention to celebrate seven Black women now serving as State Party Chairs, the highest number in the history of the Association of State Democratic Committees (ASDC). Notably, they are the first Black women to hold the position in their respective states, underscoring the pivotal role the increasingly active voter bloc will play in shaping the future of American politics this November.
WHO:
- Congresswoman Nikema Williams, Democratic Party of Georgia Chair
- Jeanna Repass, Kansas Democratic Party Chair
- Lavora Barnes, Michigan Democratic Party Chair
- Daniele Monroe-Moreno, Nevada State Democratic Party Chair
- Alicia Andrews, Oklahoma Democratic Party Chair
- Rosa Colquitt, Democratic Party of Oregon Chair
- Christale Spain, South Carolina Democratic Party Chair
WHAT: Reception with cocktails, hors d’oeuvre, live music, and short speaking program.
WHEN: Thursday, August 22 at 3 p.m. CT; Speaking program starts @ 4:00 p.m. CT
WHERE: RSVP to [email protected] by 3 p.m. CT on Wednesday, August 21 for credentials and location.
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