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- Joining our Thursday #LeadersMatter Salon is Minneapolis Activist Wintana Melekin, who will moderate the conversation of #EmergeAlums discussing what is happening on the ground with ICE, and what they’re doing to fight it. RSVP for our event this Thursday at 5pm ET: bit.ly/4bLDqqD
- Happy #BlackHistoryMonth! Black women belong at every decision-making table. Pictured here are #EmergeAlums Fatmata Barrie and @replamonica.bsky.social at our 20th anniversary, two leaders making Black history.
- Next Thursday at 5pm ET, join #EmergeAlums for a discussion on what is happening on the ground with ICE in their communities, and actions they’re taking to stop it. Featuring #EmergeAlums @replamonica.bsky.social, Maine State Rep. Deqa Dhalac and @senatorsrp.bsky.social. RSVP: bit.ly/4bLDqqD
- Emerge unequivocally condemns the ongoing and escalating violent attacks by ICE and other federal agencies in Minnesota and across our country. The indefensible murders of Alex Pretti and Renee Good in Minneapolis by masked federal agents mark a dark moment in American history.
- Tomorrow is the application deadline for Seated Together, our candidate leadership program for Black elected officials. Start 2026 ready to take on higher office: emergeamerica.org/seated-together/
- #EmergeAlum Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows suspended issuing undercover license plates requested by US Border Patrol for ICE agents. The Emerge network is made of women who fight to make sure families and communities are not ripped apart. @commondreams.org: bit.ly/3YXLDQJ
- #EmergeAlum Baltimore Councilwoman Phylicia Porter shared with CBS Baltimore how our Seated Together Program supports Black women elected officials to amplify their impact. Apply by Friday, Jan 30: emergeamerica.org/seated-together/
- "About one-quarter of the 100 [VA] House of Delegates members will be Emerge alumni in the upcoming session, with five Emerge alumni in the Senate." When #EmergeAlums lead, communities are better represented. Read more from @29news.bsky.social: bit.ly/49POIaC
- #EmergeAlum @repemiliasykes.bsky.social has cheerleaders across Ohio and the country through the Emerge network. Emerge is here to make sure women have the support they need to run and win. Learn more about our candidate training: emergeamerica.org/candidate-training/
- Hello, Governor Spanberger! 🇺🇸 #EmergeAlum @abigailspanberger.com was sworn into office this past weekend. We know that as the Governor of Virginia, she will lead with the kindness, strength, and intelligence Virginia and our country needs. Congratulations!
- California #EmergeAlums Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis and Assemblymember Dawn Addis are fighting back against Trump’s efforts to expand oil drilling off the California Coast. Read how from The Center Square's Madeline Shannon: bit.ly/3Noeuv1
- Here’s how #EmergeAlums are critical to flipping the U.S. Congress this year: 🧵
- Here are 7 #EmergeAlum who are starting this year already making change: 🧵
- #EmergeAlum U.S. Rep. @balint.house.gov argued that the merger of Warner Bros. & Netflix would hurt competition and drive up prices for consumers. As she emphasized, the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform and Antitrust must be watchdogs on this critical case.
- Five years ago today, our nation witnessed the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, an act of domestic terrorism. When our democracy was challenged, #EmergeAlums like @repstansbury.bsky.social stepped forward with courage and commitment to safeguard our future.
- Let’s go, 2026! 🎉 Midterms, let’s go! Photo: #EmergeAlum @repemiliasykes.bsky.social by Carletta Girma
- In 2025, our team learned even more about what’s driving voters, winning campaigns, and pushing policies. What did you learn about politics this year? Drop a comment below.
- Since '13, Emerge has been training women leaders in VA. In '17, we replaced 9 Rep. men with diverse Dem. women. On Nov 4, we did it again: All 8 Emerge women running in red-to-blue House races won. Congrats to Del.-elect @kimadamsforva.bsky.social (pictured) and all our #EmergeAlums.
- Democratic women now outnumber ALL Republicans in Virginia's chamber. Nearly every county shifted blue. Congrats to Gov.-elect @abigailspanberger.com & Del.-elect @guzman4virginia.bsky.social (pictured), two of the Virginia #EmergeAlums who won their races this cycle.
- Our Seated Together program helps #EmergeAlums like Baltimore City Councilwoman Phylicia Porter step into their power ✨Now recruiting the Seated Together class of 2026! Apply by January 30: emergeamerica.org/seated-together/
- As Emerge President & CEO A'shanti Gholar told @themeteor.bsky.social, Eileen Higgins won the race for Miami mayor by focusing on what voters need. Know a woman like Mayor-elect Higgins who should run for office? Nominate her: secure.everyaction.com/rMpWKVfDYk6QDFqnGOA1Iw2
- Former federal workers are stepping up to stop Trump's agenda, and they're training with Emerge to win. Emerge President & CEO @ashantigholar.bsky.social spoke with Reuters about the surge of former federal employees running for office: reut.rs/3N6ZKQR
- #EmergeAlum @debhaalandnm.bsky.social joined our post-election call to reflect on what makes our candidates unstoppable: the courage to run, the tools to win, and a community that never stops fighting for them. Learn about how we can support you: emergeamerica.org
- Emerge Action Fund President & CEO @ashantigholar.bsky.social joined Emerge Maryland Executive Director Soror Diana Emerson and Soror Angeline F. Johnson for a powerful Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. webinar on activating civic engagement and political leadership.
- Sound on to hear Kristi Noem’s foolishness. 🙄 Thank you #EmergeAlum U.S. @replamonica.bsky.social for not backing down and for holding the Department of Homeland Security accountable.
- #EmergeAlum @repyassansari.bsky.social went from our training program to Congress, and she's delivering for her constituents. Emerge helps women like Congresswoman Ansari reach all heights of leadership. We’re here to support each step of the way. Find your path: emergeeamerica.org
- #EmergeAlum and Seated Together graduate Baltimore City Councilwoman Phylicia Porter brought her public health background to local government and treats governing like medicine, addressing the whole body, not just symptoms. Listen here: bit.ly/48O3Q81
- There's a seat at the table with your name on it. 🪑 Emerge Rising kicks off tomorrow, one of three sessions to help you figure out your next move in politics, from grassroots organizing to running for office yourself. RSVP: emergeamerica.org/candidate-training/emerge-rising/
- Will you stand up to tyrants like #EmergeAlum @repemiliasykes.bsky.social? Get ready to run for office with us: emergeamerica.org/candidate-training
- Club Emerge members fuel the movement that trained our Emerge Congressional Caucus. Monthly donations are down, but demand for trained women leaders has never been higher. Starting at $10/month, join the Club this #GivingTuesday: emergeamerica.org/club-emerge
- Back by popular demand: an updated map of select #EmergeAlums running for federal and statewide office in 2026! 🗺️ From governors to members of Congress, Emerge-trained candidates are stepping up to lead in every corner of the country. Find your training here: bit.ly/3pluFha
- We are deeply saddened by the passing of #EmergeAlum Colorado State Sen. Faith Winter, a trailblazer who dedicated her life to public service and empowering women in leadership. She will be missed. Her legacy will live on for years to come.
- Emerge President & CEO @ashantigholar.bsky.social joined the @luriedanielfavors.bsky.social Show on @urbanviewradio.bsky.social to discuss how Emerge is building the "new girls network" to counter the old boys club.
- #EmergeAlum @bynum.house.gov ran for Congress and won using skills from Emerge training. From fundraising to volunteer recruitment to authentically connecting with voters, we show you how to build a winning campaign. Ready to run? emergeamerica.org/candidate-training/
