EMILYs List Congratulates Mayor Vi Lyles on Her Reelection as Charlotte Mayor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following Mayor Vi Lyles’ reelection victory in the Charlotte mayoral race, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the following statement:

“EMILYs List is proud to congratulate Mayor Vi Lyles on her reelection. Through her hard work and dedication to the residents of the Queen City, she has secured real results including the expansion of public transportation, funding for affordable housing, and investing in safer communities. We are thrilled to witness Vi become the second-longest serving mayor of Charlotte, and we look forward to watching her continue her impactful work for the people of Charlotte.”

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