2020 ENDORSEMENTS:
Nikema Williams - A Leader We Trust
Leader Stacey Abrams
Secretary Pete Buttigieg
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders
President Joe Biden
Secretary Julián Castro
Ambassador Andrew Young
U.S. Senator Cory Booker
Vice President Kamala Harris
Marianne Williamson
EMILY’s List: “Today we’re proud to endorse Nikema Williams in Georgia’s 5th Congressional District. While no one can replace Congressman John Lewis, we’re honored to stand behind a candidate who won’t hesitate to stand up for what’s right.
We know she’s ready to get into some good trouble.” - EMILY’s List
The Progressive Vietnamese American Organization
Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate Distinction
Human Rights Campaign
Democracy for America: “No one will ever fill the shoes of American hero and civil rights icon John Lewis, but it’s hard to imagine someone better equipped to do justice to his trailblazing legacy and serve the people of Georgia’s 5th Congressional District than Georgia State Senator Nikema Williams. Democracy for America is excited to endorse Nikema Williams for Congress because we know she’ll continue to lead the fight for voting rights while picking up the banner for other important progressive issues like the Green New Deal and Medicare for all.
“A relentless advocate for reproductive justice, free and fair elections, and an economy that works for working families and not just billionaires, Nikema is a trusted and tested leader in her community who knows how to get the job done and win tough fights.
“Democracy for America is honored to stand Nikema Williams in her race for Georgia’s 5th Congressional district, and we look forward to fighting alongside her through November and beyond.” -- Yvette Simpson, CEO, Democracy for America
Let America Vote
#VOTEPROCHOICE
People First Future
League of Conservation Voters
Moms in Office: “Moms in Office is proud to endorse Nikema Williams for Congress!” - Moms in Office
Blue America PAC
Giffords PAC: “Nikema Williams is running to represent Georgia’s Fifth District in Congress, the seat most recently held by the late civil rights leader and gun safety advocate John Lewis. Nikema has dedicated her life to advocacy. She formerly served as the Vice President of Public Policy for Planned Parenthood Southeast and Deputy Political Director at the National Domestic Workers Alliance. Nikema was chosen as chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia prior to being elected to the Georgia State Senate in 2017, where she currently represents Georgia’s 39th Legislative District. Throughout her distinguished career, Nikema has proven herself to be a fearless advocate for her community. When she makes it to Congress next January, Nikema will fight for commonsense gun safety measures including universal background checks, firearm licensing requirements, and federally funded violence intervention programs. Time and time again, Nikema Williams has stood up for what she believes in. This year, she is ready to carry on the legacy of Congressman Lewis and fight the gun lobby to keep Georgians safe.”
Asian American Advocacy Fund
“Senator Williams has been a fearless advocate for women and families, proving herself to be an advocate for her community over the years. During her time in the Georgia State Legislature, she continuously fought for working families, voting rights, fair representation, and much more. She has been at the forefront of many policies that improve her community, and she defends the values of her constituents and beyond. We believe that she will continue the fight for all and continue the legacy of the Late John Lewis as the Congresswoman of Congressional District 5.
Nikema has led a statewide effort to expand voter access to every Georgian, and she has vehemently fought against voter suppression efforts. In November of 2018, Nikema was arrested at the State Capitol as she stood by her constituents fighting against voter suppression. As the next Representative of District 5, Nikema will fight alongside her community no matter what the cost to improve the lives of Georgians.
In addition to voting rights, Nikema has shown a deep understanding of how reproductive rights, healthcare rights, and income inequality have affected marginalized and immigrant communities, making her a great candidate for this seat.
We trust that her advocacy will aid in the fight for fair representation and elections in the state of Georgia. She has also proven her commitment to the immigrant and Asian community of Georgia during her time as a Senator, and the Asian American Advocacy Fund is proud to endorse Senator Nikema Williams for Congressional District 5!”
Congressional Black Caucus PAC
People for the American Way
Voter’s Alliance PAC
NARAL Pro-Choice America: “We are proud to endorse Nikema Williams for Congress. Not only is she a proven champion for reproductive freedom, but there is no doubt she will honor and continue Congressman Lewis’ legacy.” - NARAL Pro-Choice America
Higher Heights for America PAC
Planned Parenthood Action Fund: “Everything is on the line in 2020: our rights, our freedoms, and our democracy. Planned Parenthood Action Fund is dedicated to supporting candidates up and down the ballot who will fight for Planned Parenthood patients — and all people — in Congress. As we continue to mourn the passing of the irreplaceable Rep. John Lewis, we know Senator Nikema Williams — a lifelong activist, health care advocate, and passionate defender of women’s rights — will carry on his legacy in Georgia and become a champion for her constituents in her own right.” - Alexis McGill Johnson, President, PPAF
Ivy PAC
Georgia AFL-CIO: We’re proud to announce our endorsement of Nikema Williams for Georgia’s 5th Congressional District of the US House of Representatives. We know she will carry the legacy of bringing power to Georgia’s workers and fighting for overdue Justice for our people.
Everytown for Gun Safety
Warren Democrats: “I am honored to endorse State Senator Nikema Williams in her run for election to Congress. Nikema is a fearless leader and an advocate for her community. I am confident that she will follow the footsteps of Congressman John Lewis and continue to uplift the voices of the people of Georgia’s 5th Congressional District. I am excited to see her work hard to ensure quality affordable health care, fight to make Universal Family Care a reality for all Americans, and lead the charge to protect voting rights.” - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren
End Citizens United
SEEC PAC: "SEEC PAC is proud to endorse Nikema Williams for Congress because of her clear commitment to addressing the climate crisis and protecting the planet for future generations. We know she would be a dedicated advocate for sustainability in the U.S. House of Representatives, and we look forward to supporting her campaign."
The Collective PAC: "2020 is the Year of the Black candidate, and we’re continuing to #BuildBlackPoliticalPower! We are excited to endorse State Senator Nikema Williams on her campaign to #DefendThe5th." - Chris Scott, Political Director at The Collective PAC
Medicare for All
Progressive Turnout Project: “They can’t be trusted to govern. Our country must replace them with Democrats this November.
“Our endorsed candidates are the frontline leaders who are going to flip the Senate, keep and expand our House majority, and stand with Joe Biden when he’s elected president. They are going to govern competently. They are going to take racial and economic justice seriously. They are going to make healthcare and education more affordable and more accessible for millions of Americans. They are going to fight for every American’s right to vote.
“These are the leaders we need. Progressive Turnout Project is reaching out to millions of voters this summer and fall to make sure that these leaders can get to Washington, and get to work cleaning up the mess Donald Trump leaves behind.”
Brady PAC: A committed and seasoned public servant, Nikema Williams is ready to enact gun safety legislation to protect her district’s families and communities from senseless gun violence. We’re proud to endorse her to represent the people of Georgia’s Fifth Congressional District.
Vote Mama
Brady Campaign
Win The Era: “I’m proud to support Nikema Williams’ campaign to make ‘good trouble’ in Congress. Nikema’s tireless advocacy for reproductive rights and her experience as a trailblazing Democratic leader in Georgia have prepared her to not just fill legendary shows, but to tread an important new path for those she serves.” - Mayor Pete Buttigieg
Working Families Party
GEORGIA DEMOCRATIC STATE SENATORS
Senator Tonya Anderson
Senator Sally Harrell
Senator Harold Jones
Senator Nan Orrock
Senator Gloria Butler
Leader Steve Henson
Senator Jen Jordan
Senator Elena Parent
Senator Valencia Seay
Senator Gail Davenport
Senator Lester Jackson
Senator Zahra Karinshak
Senator Sheik Rahman
Senator Freddie Powell Sims
Senator Ed Harbinson
Senator Emanuel Jones
Senator David Lucas
Senator Michael “Doc” Rhett
GEORGIA DEMOCRATIC STATE REPRESENTATIVES
Rep. Erick Allen
Rep. Roger Bruce
Rep. Jasmine Clark
Rep. El Mahdi Holly
Rep. Dar’shun Kendrick
Rep. Beth Moore
Rep. Renitta Shannon
Rep. Mary Frances Williams
Rep. Debra Bazemore
Rep. William Boddie
Rep. David Dreyer
Rep. Shelly Hutchinson
Rep. Gregg Kennard
Rep. Bee Nguyen
Rep. Craig Gordon
Rep. David Wilkerson
Rep. Sharon Beasley Teague
Rep. Park Cannon
Rep. Pat Gardner
Rep. Derrick Jackson
Rep. Josh McLaurin
Rep. Mary Robichaux
Rep. Sam Park
Rep. Bob Trammell
Leader James Beverly
Rep. Doreen Carter
Rep. Betsy Holland
Rep. Shelia Jones
Rep. Billy Mitchell
Rep. Kim Schofield
Rep. Mike Wilensky