Higher Heights for America Endorses Joyce E. Watterman for Mayor of Jersey City

As the first-ever Black woman Speaker of the Jersey City Council, Joyce Watterman has spent over a decade delivering results for working families and underrepresented communities across the city.
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Higher Heights for America PAC NYS Endorses Adrienne Adams for Mayor of New York City

As the first-ever Black woman Speaker of the New York City Council, Adrienne Adams has been a trailblazer in advancing policies that promote reproductive justice, economic empowerment, and public safety. Adrienne is the leader New York City needs.
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Higher Heights for America Congratulates Barbara Lee on Her Historic Election as Mayor of Oakland

Higher Heights for America looks forward to continuing to support Mayor-elect Lee's leadership and the leadership of Black women across the country as we work toward a more representative and responsive democracy.
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Higher Heights Statement as Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Concludes Groundbreaking Term as St. Louis' First Black Woman Mayor

​Following the recent mayoral election in St. Louis, Higher Heights for America has issued a statement honoring Mayor Tishaura O. Jones' tenure as the city's first Black woman mayor.
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Higher Heights for America Endorses Jasmine Harris in Omaha Mayoral Race

Higher Heights for America, a national organization dedicated to expanding Black women’s political participation and elected representation, has officially announced its endorsement of Jasmine Harris for Mayor of Omaha. If elected, Jasmine will be the first Black women mayor of Omaha, Nebraska.
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Higher Heights mourns the loss of Board Member Joyce Johnson

Statement from Glynda C. Carr, President and CEO of Higher Heights, on the Passing of One of Our Beloved Founding Mothers, Advisor and Political Action Committee Member Joyce Johnson
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Higher Heights for America Endorses Tishaura Jones for Re-Election as St. Louis Mayor

Higher Heights for America, a national organization dedicated to expanding Black women’s political participation and elected representation, has officially announced its endorsement of Mayor Tishaura Jones in her bid for re-election as the Mayor of St. Louis, Missouri.
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16M

Number of Black women who are eligible to vote

67% are registered.

31

Number of Black women serving in the U.S. House of Representatives

This is the most ever. But we still account for just 4.1% of all House members while being 6.8% of the population.

8%

Percent of assets donated by Black households to charity

Compared to the 2% donated by their White counterparts. Imagine if we committed a small percentage of this to political giving.

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It’s Primary Election Day in New Jersey.

Here’s what’s on the ballot:
– Primary races for Governor
– Contested local elections
– State Assembly seats

Make your voice heard. Learn more at vote.org.

#BlackWomenLead #BlackWomenVote

It’s Primary Election Day in New Jersey.

Here’s what’s on the ballot:
– Primary races for Governor
– Contested local elections
– State Assembly seats

Make your voice heard. Learn more at vote.org.

#BlackWomenLead #BlackWomenVote
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As Speaker of the City Council, @adreinne4thepeople already stands up for immigrant communities and holds the line against Trump-era politics. Amid ICE raids, national protests, and the deployment of the National Guard in LA, New York needs a mayor who won’t flinch. Adrienne Adams is ready. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead #ShesInItForUs

As Speaker of the City Council, @adreinne4thepeople already stands up for immigrant communities and holds the line against Trump-era politics. Amid ICE raids, national protests, and the deployment of the National Guard in LA, New York needs a mayor who won’t flinch. Adrienne Adams is ready. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead #ShesInItForUs ...

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🚨 ENDORSEMENT ALERT! 🚨 Higher Heights for America is proud to endorse @joyceforjc for Mayor of Jersey City!

As City Council President, Joyce has led with experience, vision, and a deep commitment to the people she serves. She has delivered on affordable housing, youth programs, safer neighborhoods, women's issues, and access to good jobs.

🔗 Learn more via link in bio or hhfa.us/joyce-watterman

#BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext

🚨 ENDORSEMENT ALERT! 🚨 Higher Heights for America is proud to endorse @joyceforjc for Mayor of Jersey City!

As City Council President, Joyce has led with experience, vision, and a deep commitment to the people she serves. She has delivered on affordable housing, youth programs, safer neighborhoods, women`s issues, and access to good jobs.

🔗 Learn more via link in bio or hhfa.us/joyce-watterman

#BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext
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The BADDEST Attorney General @letitiajamesforny has spoken: @adrienne4thepeople was calm, clear, and commanding. She won tonight's first NYC mayoral debate. Period. 💁🏾‍♀

#BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext #ShesInItForUs

The BADDEST Attorney General @letitiajamesforny has spoken: @adrienne4thepeople was calm, clear, and commanding. She won tonight`s first NYC mayoral debate. Period. 💁🏾‍♀

#BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext #ShesInItForUs
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Ahead of the June 24 primary, leading Democratic mayoral candidates were invited to sit down with @nytimes for a series of in-depth interviews. In this second installment, they spotlighted our endorsed candidate, Speaker @adrienne4thepeople.

From her favorite book to the political issue that changed her mind, Adams answers 10 thoughtful questions that reveal both her leadership and her values. #BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext

Ahead of the June 24 primary, leading Democratic mayoral candidates were invited to sit down with @nytimes for a series of in-depth interviews. In this second installment, they spotlighted our endorsed candidate, Speaker @adrienne4thepeople.

From her favorite book to the political issue that changed her mind, Adams answers 10 thoughtful questions that reveal both her leadership and her values. #BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext
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We’re proud to share that our endorsed candidate for Mayor of NYC, @adrienne4thepeople, will be hitting the debate stage this week.

Catch her in the first Democratic mayoral primary debate on Wednesday, June 4 at 7 p.m., airing on @nbcnewyork.

This official citywide debate is hosted in partnership with @telemundo47 and @politiconewyork, and will include Spanish translation, ASL interpretation, and closed captioning.

#BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext

We’re proud to share that our endorsed candidate for Mayor of NYC, @adrienne4thepeople, will be hitting the debate stage this week.

Catch her in the first Democratic mayoral primary debate on Wednesday, June 4 at 7 p.m., airing on @nbcnewyork.

This official citywide debate is hosted in partnership with @telemundo47 and @politiconewyork, and will include Spanish translation, ASL interpretation, and closed captioning.

#BlackWomenLead #ShesGotNext
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We believe in @adrienne4thepeople because she’s the bold, visionary leader New York City needs. Last week, we proudly stood with Adrienne Adams to announce our endorsement of her campaign for Mayor of New York City. This is about more than politics—it’s about building a city that works for all of us. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead

We believe in @adrienne4thepeople because she’s the bold, visionary leader New York City needs. Last week, we proudly stood with Adrienne Adams to announce our endorsement of her campaign for Mayor of New York City. This is about more than politics—it’s about building a city that works for all of us. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead ...

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We did it! Because you stepped up and supported @adrienne4thepeople, she not only hit her fundraising goal, but unlocked critical matching funds! Thanks to your commitment, Adrienne is now heading to the airwaves to amplify her message across New York City.

This is how we build Black women’s political power—together. Change is coming to NYC, and it’s because of you. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead

We did it! Because you stepped up and supported @adrienne4thepeople, she not only hit her fundraising goal, but unlocked critical matching funds! Thanks to your commitment, Adrienne is now heading to the airwaves to amplify her message across New York City.

This is how we build Black women’s political power—together. Change is coming to NYC, and it’s because of you. #ShesGotNext #BlackWomenLead
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