Once Vice President-elect Harris is sworn into office, Black women will be left with zero representation in the U.S. Senate. That's why today, we are saying loudly and clearly: Black women deserve to keep a seat in the U.S. Senate.

As Governor Gavin Newsom decides who he will appoint to replace Vice President-elect Harris, thank you for joining us in our urgent call to the Governor to appoint a Black woman. 

Dear Governor Newsom: 

At Emerge California, we train Democratic self-identified women to run for elected office because representation matters. When our elected leaders bring a diversity of perspectives and experiences to the decision-making table, it means that equity and justice are prioritized and all communities have a voice. We also know that the leadership of women is collaborative, effective and prioritizes the good of the whole - we have witnessed this locally and across the globe, especially in response to the unprecedented challenges of this year.

Black women have been the backbone of our democracy and the Democratic Party for decades. Black women organize their communities, show up to the polls, and put their lives on the line -- all to ensure we elect leaders who prioritize the needs of all. 

Our democracy only works if it works for everyone. Now is the time to stand up, speak out, and do all we can to ensure Black women still have a voice in the United States Senate - this is critical now more than ever. 

As you know, once Vice President-elect Harris is sworn into office on January 20, 2021, there will be zero Black women serving in the U.S Senate - a situation that is wholly unacceptable. That's why today, we are saying loudly and clearly: Black women deserve to keep a seat in the U.S. Senate. 

We urge you to appoint a Black woman to replace Vice President-elect Harris in the United States Senate.