EMILYs List Statement on Lauren Underwood’s Victory in Illinois’ 14th Congressional District

For Immediate Release
November 12, 2020

EMILY's List Statement on Lauren Underwood’s Victory in Illinois’ 14th Congressional District

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, congratulated Lauren Underwood on being reelected to represent Illinois’ 14th Congressional District in the U.S. House. Stephanie Schriock, president of EMILYs List, released the following statement: 

“Congresswoman Lauren Underwood is a fearless leader who has used her platform and lived experiences to call attention to the issues that matter most, including racial inequities in our health care system. In addition to championing Illinois’ working families in the U.S. House, she has empowered other members of her community to run for office. Lauren came to Congress ready to fight for Illinoisans on day one, and we are confident she will continue to push for more progressive and inclusive policies in her next term. EMILYs List is proud to congratulate her on her reelection victory.” 

Women Vote ran a GOTV mail program to more than 33,000 low-propensity Democratic women in the district. 

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