The Collective Newsletter -- Endorsements, Upcoming Events & More

 ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Since 2016, The Collective PAC is working to create an America where Black people are equally represented at every level of government. If you’d like to unsubscribe, [click here.]( # # # For the past five years, The Collective PAC has been 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. As we celebrate five years of #BuildingBlackPoliticalPower, The Collective PAC invites you to join us for our spectacular History Makers anniversary party on Saturday, September 18th in Washington, DC. Tickets and additional info will be provided in the coming weeks. # # The Collective PAC is excited to endorse Dr. Chris Jones in his bid to become the first Black Governor of Arkansas. Dr. Jones is a dynamic leader committed to advancing equitable policies that will improve the lives of working families throughout the state. As a physicist, ordained minister and nonprofit leader, Dr. Jones has seen firsthand the disparities that exist in Arkansas and will work diligently to bridge the rural and urban divide, strengthen infrastructure, expand broadband access and protect the right to vote. Dr. Chris Jones is the clear choice to serve as the next Governor of Arkansas and The Collective PAC is honored to support his candidacy. Click [here]( to learn more about our endorsement. # # # # - What does #BuildingBlackPoliticalPower mean to you? I think one of the most important aspects of our work is working collaboratively and closely with the candidates we support. We #BBPP because we are able to leverage our resources to maximize their impacts as they campaign, which leads to more community and voter engagement, thereby increasing their visibility. - What campaign/race are you most excited about this cycle? I’m really looking forward to Dr. Chris Jones’ gubernatorial race in Arkansas. We continue to build off the success and momentum of the 2020 Elections and are poised to make significant inroads for Black progressive candidates in the south. - Cake vs. Pie? Do I have to choose? I’m not doing sugar right now! # # - POLITICO - [Virginia’s Democratic primary is historically diverse. Its frontrunners aren’t.]( - MS. MAGAZINE - [What Will It Take To Get a Black Woman Elected to the Senate? Collective PAC’s Stefanie Brown James Breaks it Down]( - USA TODAY - [Is defunding the police ‘Obamacare 2.0’? Democrats face dilemma with voters heading into 2022]( - PBS - [More Black women are being elected to office. Few feel safe once they get there]( - TRI-CITY HERALD - [Democrats vow to confront their ‘single biggest problem’: Reaching out to minority voters]( - NEW YORK TIMES - [Biden Aims to Bolster Police Departments as Homicides Increase]( - THE ATLANTIC - [The Democrats Are Already Losing the Next Election]( - THE HILL - [Centrist Democrats rush to blunt Nina Turner’s momentum in Ohio]( # Mark your calendars!!! The Collective Education Fund and [Xceleader](, the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) leadership organization focused on increasing and strengthening Black leadership in our communities and workplaces, will host the annual [Vote HBCU Summit]( on Saturday, July 31, 2021. # The second annual Vote HBCU Leadership Summit will focus on how to amplify the collective power of HBCU organizing. The summit will feature activists, political strategists, HBCU students, and alumni who use their voices to advocate for change. Powered by Xceleader + The Collective. All HBCU students are invited to participate in this year’s summit by going to [wevotehbcu.com](. --------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for being a part of The Collective Fam! Be sure to follow us on social media (Twitter/IG: @collectivepac) for the latest updates and join us at an upcoming virtual event. Also, don’t hesitate to email us at info@collectivepac.org if you have any questions or need additional information. --------------------------------------------------------------- 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. Since our inception in 2016, we have helped 110 candidates win general elections at the local, state and federal levels. We strive to support the next wave of progressive and unapologetic Black candidates who will usher in a sea of change in our political system while helping America fulfill its promise of democracy by creating a government that will truly be for the people and of the people.  [Twitter](  [Facebook](  ‚ [DONATE »]( Paid for by the Collective PAC; not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. [Click here to unsubscribe from the Collective PAC's email list.]( Sent via [ActionNetwork.org](. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from The Collective PAC, please [click here](.