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DFA: Harris’ launch “underscores the transformational opportunity” of 2020 presidential race

Today, Senator Kamala Harris officially launched her 2020 Presidential exploratory committee.

Democracy for America's CEO Yvette Simpson issued the following statement on Harris' announcements:

"Senator Kamala Harris' announcement today underscores the transformational opportunity the 2020 presidential…

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She’s everywhere: Ocasio-Cortez puts trek to Congress online

Associated Press

That episode and others offered clues to how Ocasio-Cortez and her social media practices fit into a national legislature that’s slowly becoming younger, less male and more diverse. The approach Ocasio-Cortez is modeling — and the political world is studying — gives her a measure of control by communicating directly with constituents and responding to critics in close to real time.

“She knows how to navigate this space in a way that others don’t,” said Yvette Simpson, incoming CEO of Democracy for America, a progressive political action committee. Also, Simpson pointed out, “She’s not accountable to that power structure” in Congress. “She’s accountable to the group that put her there.”

9 Lessons From the 2018 Midterms

The Nation

Buckle up for more Beto: Obama-approved Democrat emerges stronger after defeat

Washington Times

Who is the man leading the Russia investigation? @Nowthisnews introduces us to Robert Mueller.

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Happy #WorldPressFreedomDay! In a time where the press is being attacked here at home more than ever, it’s important for all of us to understand what a Press Freedom really means for our democracy!