Today, The Collective PAC, the nation’s largest political action committee dedicated to increasing Black political engagement, representation and power across all levels of government, congratulated Hala Ayala on winning her primary election and clearing the first hurdle to become Virginia’s first woman and first Afro-Latina Lieutenant Governor. Ayala, from Prince William County, defeated several challengers during yesterday’s Democratic primary by winning 37% of the vote. Founders of The Collective PAC, Quentin James and Stefanie Brown James, released the following statement: 

“The Collective PAC is proud to congratulate Hala Ayala on winning her primary election and blazing a path forward to become Virginia’s first woman and first Afro-Latina Lieutenant Governor if elected this November. As a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, Hala has delivered on her campaign promises by working to pass the Equal Rights Amendment, expand Medicaid and raise teacher salaries across the Commonwealth of Virginia. We are excited to support Hala on her mission to improve the lives of all Virginians and look forward to helping her win on Election Day.”

Ayala will move on to face Republican nominee Winsome Sears in the general election.