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The Lieutenant Governor @JulianaStratton is all but certain to make history, becoming one of three Black women to serve in the Senate at the same time. #BlackWomenLead 19thnews.org/2026/03/illino…

Today is Primary Election Day in Illinois, and polls are open until 7 PM! 🗳️ Voters will weigh in on a number of races up and down the ballot, including U.S. Senate, U.S. House, governor, secretary of state, comptroller, the state legislature, and local offices. Take a few minutes to check your polling place, make a plan, and head to the polls. Your voice matters and your vote is one way to make it heard today. #BlackWomenLead

A proven leader, Lauren Underwood has delivered results for Illinois families and communities since first flipping IL-14 from red to blue in 2018 as the first woman, first person of color, and first millennial elected to represent the district. Here’s just a snapshot of her impact in Congress: ✍🏾 19 pieces of legislation signed into law under both Democratic and Republican administrations 🤱🏾 Co-Founder of the Black Maternal Health Caucus and author of the groundbreaking Momnibus to address the maternal health crisis 🦺 $25 million secured for the first federal gun violence research in more than two decades 💊 Healthcare champion who authored the Health Care Affordability Act to lower costs for millions of Americans 👩🏾‍⚕ Public health expert and registered nurse bringing real-world experience to policymaking From lowering health care costs to fighting for Black maternal health, veterans, and safer communities, Congresswoman Underwood continues to lead with purpose and deliver results. This is why we proudly endorsed her. With the Illinois primary coming up next week, it’s a powerful reminder of what leadership that delivers truly looks like. #BlackWomenLead

🚨PRIMARY WIN🚨 Congresswoman @FousheeforNC has won the Democratic primary in NC-04. From the Chapel Hill Carrboro School Board to the Orange County Board of Commissioners, the North Carolina State House and Senate, and now Congress, Rep. Foushee has built a career grounded in service and accountability to her community. In Washington, she has focused on strengthening public education, investing in infrastructure, advancing science and innovation, and expanding opportunities for working families. She has also been a clear and consistent voice in protecting democracy and ensuring fair representation. Congratulations to Congresswoman Valerie Foushee on her primary victory. #BlackWomenLead

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett has been a bold and unwavering voice in Congress, standing up for voting rights, economic opportunity, and the communities she serves. Even while carrying out that work, she launched a campaign that mobilized more than 1 million Texas voters across the state. Her leadership reflects the very best of Black women’s political power. Join us in thanking Congresswoman Crockett for her service and leadership by signing our card 🔗 hhfa.us/thankyoujasmine #BlackWomenLead

Thank you, @Hunter4Congress. Your leadership, experience, and commitment reflect what we know to be true: when Black women step forward to lead, they bring vision, service, and a deep dedication to their communities. We are grateful for Marvalette’s decades of public service and for the example she continues to set. #BlackWomenLead

🚨PRIMARY WIN🚨 Congresswoman @AlmaforCongress has won the Democratic primary in NC-12. For decades, Rep. Adams has been a champion for Black communities and working families. Known as the “Godmother of HBCUs,” she has led efforts in Congress to protect and expand funding for historically Black colleges and universities while continuing her lifelong commitment to education. A former educator, city council member, and state legislator, Rep. Adams has built her career around what she calls the 4 H’s: healthcare, hunger, housing, and higher education. In Congress, she has also been a leading voice addressing the maternal health crisis as co-founder of the Black Maternal Health Caucus and a champion of the Momnibus legislation to support mothers and families. Her leadership continues to open doors and expand opportunity. Congratulations to Congresswoman Alma Adams on tonight’s primary victory. #BlackWomenLead

Tomorrow, March 3, join our virtual #ShesGotNext Primary Election Night watch party at 7pm CT / 8pm ET. Expect live updates and results on this race and more, in-depth analysis, and special guests as we potentially witness history in the making. We'll follow the races of our endorsed candidates @JasmineForUS, @FousheeforNC, Rep. Alma Adams, @KimberlyHardyNC and more. Don’t miss this important moment – be in the virtual room and share in the excitement: hhfa.us/March3Primary

All eyes are on Texas. Tomorrow, voters have a real opportunity to shape history as the Democratic primary takes place. Higher Heights PAC-endorsed candidate @JasmineForUS has been gaining momentum heading into Election Day. Higher Heights President & CEO @glyndacarr discusses the legacy of Black women's leadership in Texas. Read the article on Texas Metro News: hhfa.us/trailblazers

🚨ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨 Higher Heights PAC proudly endorses @KimberlyHardyNC for Congress in NC-07. A mom, social worker, and professor at Fayetteville State University, Dr. Hardy has dedicated her life to expanding opportunity and strengthening families across the Sandhills and Eastern North Carolina. From championing Medicaid expansion and fully funded public schools to protecting voting rights and advocating for working families, she leads with both heart and results. NC-07 deserves leadership rooted in service, scholarship, and community. Dr. Kimberly Hardy is ready to deliver. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead

🚨ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨 Higher Heights PAC proudly endorses @Hunter4Congress for Congress. With more than 30 years of experience in public policy, regional planning, affordable housing, and economic development, Marvalette Hunter has built a career centered on strengthening communities. She has served as Chief of Staff to the late Congressman Sylvester Turner, led development efforts at the Harris County Housing Authority, and worked in community lending before founding her own real estate development firm that builds apartment communities. She understands how policy, housing, and economic opportunity intersect and has spent decades turning that understanding into action. Primary Day is Tuesday, March 3rd. Make your plan to vote. 🗳️ #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead

🚨ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨 Higher Heights PAC proudly endorses @FousheeforNC for reelection. From the local school board to Congress, her leadership has centered on working families, strong public education, and protecting our democracy. In Washington, she is advancing investments in infrastructure, innovation, and economic opportunity while fighting for fair representation and voting rights. Reelecting Rep. Foushee means continuing the work to expand opportunity and ensure every family has a fair shot. North Carolina is on the ballot. Black women’s leadership is on the ballot. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead

🚨ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨Higher Heights PAC proudly endorses @AlmaforCongress for reelection. A lifelong educator and public servant, she has led on healthcare, hunger, housing, and higher education while championing HBCUs and confronting the Black maternal health crisis. Her leadership in Congress continues to drive investments that strengthen Black communities and save lives. Sending her back ensures this progress continues. North Carolina is on the ballot. Black women’s leadership is on the ballot. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead

We thank @WayforCongress for stepping forward, putting in the work, and showing what it looks like to lead with intention. This campaign reflected the power, possibility, and impact of Black women stepping up to serve. The momentum built here does not stop. We keep organizing, we keep building, and we keep showing that when #BlackWomenLead, our communities move forward.

VOTE TODAY for our endorsed candidate,@WayforCongress , for Congress in NJ-11. From Wayne Township to Passaic County to statewide office, Tahesha Way has spent her career fighting to make life more affordable, protect seniors, defend reproductive freedom, and safeguard the right to vote. As New Jersey’s Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State, she has already shown what it means to protect free and fair elections and deliver for New Jersey families. Polls are open now across NJ-11 until 8 PM. Make a plan and go vote today. Find your polling location at nj.gov/vote #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead

🚨 RACE TO WATCH 🚨 Higher Heights PAC is naming the U.S. House of Representatives race in Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District as a 2026 Race to Watch. A Race to Watch highlights contests where two or more Black women are stepping forward to lead. In this race, Donna Miller, a Cook County Commissioner, and Yumeka Brown, a Commissioner on the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Board, are both candidates in the Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives on March 17. As the 2026 election cycle takes shape, IL-02 reflects the continued presence of Black women competing at every level of the ballot and shaping the future of representation across the state. 🔗 Learn more via hhfa.us/RTW #RaceToWatch #BlackWomenLead

🚨 RACE TO WATCH 🚨 Higher Heights PAC is naming the U.S. House of Representatives race in Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District as a 2026 Race to Watch. A Race to Watch highlights contests where two or more Black women are stepping forward to lead. In this race, Donna Miller, a Cook County Commissioner, and Yumeka Brown, a Commissioner on the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Board, are both candidates in the Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives on March 17. As the 2026 election cycle takes shape, IL-02 reflects the continued presence of Black women competing at every level of the ballot and shaping the future of representation across the state. 🔗 Learn more via hhfa.us/RTW #RaceToWatch #BlackWomenLead

🚨ENDORSEMENT ALERT🚨 Higher Heights for America PAC proudly endorses @jasmineforga for Congress in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District. A scientist, educator, and four-term State Representative, Dr. Clark has led with integrity and courage: standing up for public health, defending democracy, and delivering for her community even in the toughest political environments. Her leadership reflects the power of Black women to run, win, and lead at every level, and we’re proud to stand with her as she brings that leadership to Washington. 🔗 Learn More via hhfa.us/drjasmineclark #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead

@AKEdwardsTX ran a campaign defined by vision, service, and solutions. She inspired new voters, strengthened her community, and moved the conversation forward about what true leadership looks like. Her work and example will continue to open doors for the next generation of Black women leaders. #BlackWomenLead

This is what protecting democracy looks like. After last week’s weather-related closures, the court has extended Early Voting through tomorrow, January 29. Special Runoff Election Day is January 31. As proud endorsers of @AKEdwardsTX, we’re committed to ensuring that voters across TX-18 have the information they need and the opportunity to make their voices heard. #BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext