EMILYs List Congratulates State Rep. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger On Her Victory in the Minnesota State Senate Race

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following state Rep. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger’s victory in today’s special election for Minnesota’s state Senate District 47, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the following statement:

“EMILYs List is proud to congratulate state Rep. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger on her critical victory in Minnesota’s state Senate District 47, which safeguarded the Democratic majority in the state Senate. Amanda has a proven track record fighting for Minnesotans in the state House, and she will continue her great work in the state Senate working to protect access to health care — including reproductive rights — investing in education, and making child care more affordable.” 

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