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Laphonza Butler is an American political strategist and the current president of EMILY's List, an organization dedicated to electing pro-choice Democratic women to office. She served as a key advisor in various campaigns and has been involved in labor advocacy and political initiatives in California. In 2022, Butler was appointed to the California State Senate, furthering her impact on state politics.
b. 1973
Early money is like yeast. That's what 'EMILY' in EMILY's List really means. It's not a person. It is a concept. It's understanding the importance of how - wrongly or rightly - money is important for women to be able to be seen as being competitive in elections.The New Leader Of EMILY's List On How Politics Needs To Change For Women Of Color, NPR Politics Podcast, 2021
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