WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, The Collective PAC, the nation’s largest political action committee dedicated to increasing Black political engagement, representation and power across all levels of government, congratulated Councilmember Sändra Washington on winning reelection to the Lincoln City Council in Nebraska. Co-founders of The Collective PAC, Quentin James and Stefanie Brown James released the following statement: 

“The Collective PAC is thrilled to congratulate Councilmember Sändra Washington on her reelection to the Lincoln City Council. Effective, local leaders like Sändra, are fundamental to building communities that center equity and give all working families a chance to succeed. She will continue to be a strong voice on the need for affordable housing and health care and will boldly advocate for people-centered solutions to Lincoln’s biggest challenges. The Collective PAC has been proud to support Sändra on the campaign trail and we look forward to her continued work on the city council.”

Councilmember Sändra Washington has served the people of Nebraska for 35 years. Since being appointed to the Lincoln City Council in 2019, she has focused on increasing access to affordable housing, advancing policies that prioritized racial equity and ensuring that Lincoln is ready to address the climate crisis. Sändra has previously served as a Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Commissioner, Midwest Chief of Planning for the National Park Service and Associate Regional Director for the Midwest Region for Cultural Resources, Planning, Construction, Communications, Legislation and Congressional Affairs.

 

ABOUT THE COLLECTIVE PAC 

The Collective PAC is working to create an America where Black people are equally represented at every level of government. The Collective PAC is strategically focused on creating a truly equitable democracy where our nation’s local, state and federal governments have diverse and talented elected leadership and Black people are fully represented in positions of power to create the policies necessary to progress our communities forward.

 

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, The Collective PAC, the nation’s largest political action committee dedicated to increasing Black political engagement, representation and power across all levels of government, congratulated Sharetta Smith on winning the May 4 primary election and getting one step closer to becoming the first Black woman mayor of Lima, Ohio. Co-founders of The Collective PAC, Quentin James and Stefanie Brown James released the following statement: 

“Lima will be stronger with Sheretta Smith as a champion for social justice in office and The Collective PAC is proud to support her in her bid to serve the people of Lima, Ohio. Having experienced leaders in city halls across the country is critical as cities like Lima work to expand economic opportunities for residents and ensure equity and fairness in our health care, education and criminal justice systems. Sharetta Smith is a changemaker who is up for the challenge and we’re proud to stand with her as she advances to the general election on November 2nd”

As the chief of staff for the outgoing mayor of Lima and chairwoman for the Lima Housing Taskforce, Sharetta has a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the city. She is committed to finding equitable solutions for Lima’s neighborhoods by investing in infrastructure, public safety, education and the economy.

 

ABOUT THE COLLECTIVE PAC

The Collective PAC is working to create an America where Black people are equally represented at every level of government. The Collective PAC is strategically focused on creating a truly equitable democracy where our nation’s local, state and federal governments have diverse and talented elected leadership and Black people are fully represented in positions of power to create the policies necessary to progress our communities forward.