Washington, D.C.--People For the American Way Political Director Lizet Ocampo today released the following statement congratulating Anna Eskamani for winning her race in Florida House District 47:
“Anna Eskamani is a fighter who overcame intense negative attacks by focusing on the issues that matter to her constituents: gun safety, the environment, and public education. We were proud to feature Anna as part of our Next Up Victory Fund #MeToo slate, and we thank her for standing up for those under attack by Trump and the GOP.”
People For the American Way is a progressive advocacy organization founded to fight right-wing extremism and defend constitutional values including free expression, religious liberty, equal justice under the law, and the right to meaningfully participate in our democracy. Learn more: https://www.pfaw.org.