Presidents’ Day is a moment to reflect on the leaders who have shaped our democracy—and the work still ahead to ensure it truly represents all of us.
We’ve made historic progress, from the founding of our nation to the election of President Barack Obama. We have come close, but one milestone still remains: the United States has never elected a woman president.
That’s why the work of building a strong, diverse leadership pipeline matters more than ever.
And it’s working.
In the 2024 cycle, Emerge alums won across the country—including 13 women elected to federal office. From Congresswomen Lucy McBath and Melanie Stansbury to Emilia Sykes, Yassamin Ansari, and more, Emerge women are stepping up and delivering for their communities.
In Oregon alone, four Emerge alums were elected to Congress—a powerful reminder that when we invest in women, we build lasting political power.
This is how change happens: not all at once, but election by election—candidate by candidate.
Emerge is opening doors, breaking barriers, and preparing Democratic women to lead at every level of government. And when women lead, our democracy is stronger, more inclusive, and more representative.
If we want to see the first woman president in our lifetime, we have to invest in the pipeline now.
Will you make a Presidents’ Day gift to help train the next generation of Democratic women leaders?
Chip in $25 today to power the pipeline →
The future of leadership in this country is already taking shape. With your support, we can keep building it—one race, one woman, one win at a time.
— A’shanti
Emerge America
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