Sarah Curmi

Governing With Courage: State Leaders Standing Up to ICE · States Win **Join us on Thursday, February 12th for Governing With Courage: State Leaders Standing Up to ICE** State leaders across the country are using every lever they have to slow, block, and respond to IC...

Watching Trump-deployed ICE agents tear apart our communities makes it clear this moment requires urgency and coordination.

Join us for this rapid-response virtual panel tonight discussing how state lawmakers are taking action and how anyone can support: www.mobilize.us/stateswin/ev...

States Win Endorses Chedrick Greene - States Win (FKA Sister District) Washington, DC – Today, States Win (formerly Sister District) announced its first endorsement in 2026: Democratic nominee and dedicated public servant Chedrick Greene for the special election in Michi...

Winning a trifecta in Michigan is a top priority for States Win this year, but we only get there if we defend the seats we already hold.

I’m proud to share that today States Win is endorsing Chedrick Greene in Michigan’s upcoming Senate special election.

Learn more:
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Gov. Abigail Spanberger: “Virginia law enforcement does not engage in fear-based policing,” Is “No Longer Under Federal ICE Control” Very interesting (and important, necessary, etc.) from Gov. Abigail Spanberger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84fERQJSu10 Governor Spanberger Establishes Principles for Virginia Law Enforcement, Sig...

Governor @abigailspanberger.com and Virginia’s new Democratic General Assembly haven’t even been in office a month, and they’re already standing up to ICE and protecting immigrant communities.

This is why winning in states matters. bluevirginia.us/2026/02/gov-...

As Minneapolis Rages, Legislators Move to Restrict ICE in Their States

With chaos at the federal level and communities reeling from another fatal shooting by Trump-deployed ICE agents, people are scared and angry.

State legislatures are stepping in to protect our neighbors. This is why who we elect at the state level matters.

www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...

Congrats to an amazing group that has been doing amazing work for an amazingly long time! I've preached the importance of state-level power for years; States Win works in those trenches every day.

They also have a brand new Substack you should check out: stateswin.substack.com/p/the-future...

States Win The fight for our future isn’t in Congress, it’s in state legislatures.

Since the founding of Sister District, we’ve been laser-focused on one goal: winning progressive power in state legislatures.
I’m thrilled to share the next chapter for our work: Sister District is now States Win.

Our new name reflects both our commitment and the opportunity ahead.

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MS is a very tough state for Dems not just because of its lean but because there's very limited party infrastructure.

The winning candidates did a ton of hard work, and groups like Sister District helped step into the breach. A great example of why Dems should never give up even in red states!

Mia, Ava, and I were proud to vote for the Washtenaw Intermediate School District’s Career Technical Education millage today.

Polls are open in Michigan until 8pm local time if you haven’t voted yet.

Republican ousted by Democrat in shock election defeat The mayoralty has been held by a Republican for years.

State and local #Democrats continue to deliver wins!

Congratulations to Mayor-elect Mindy O'Neall on her win in Fairbanks, #Alaska!

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NC Senate President indicates Republicans could redraw congressional maps ahead of mid-terms • NC Newsline NC Senate President Phil Berger said on social media that he would be open to North Carolina redrawing congressional district maps this year.

A NC #Republican just signaled they may redraw congressional maps. We’ve seen this playbook before: #gerrymander the maps, silence #voters, cling to power. Dems can’t afford to just play defense; we need to build lasting power in state legislatures. ncnewsline.com/2025/09/25/n...

#NewMexico is the first state in the nation to guarantee no-cost #universalchildcare.

It’s no coincidence the state has a #DemocraticTrifecta and, as of last year, a majority-women legislature.

When we elect #Democrats who truly reflect our communities, we can deliver real change for families.

I’m so proud of our Sister District community.

This Summer, we helped flip a Republican-held Iowa Senate seat, and now we’re bringing that same grassroots energy to flip three seats in Mississippi.

Together, we can break the Republican supermajority in the Senate and make gains in the House.

Sister District announces Mississippi special election endorsements | Sister District Project Press release: Sister District endorses three Democratic candidates in Mississippi’s 2025 special elections under new fair maps.

This November, #Mississippi voters will finally have a chance at fairer representation. #SpecialElections will be held under new maps that better reflect communities denied power for too long.

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If you watch anything today, watch this video of Delegate Michael Feggans on how he’ll continue fighting for his constituents through this shutdown.

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That’s a wrap: Special session ends with funding for health care, food assistance and more • Source New Mexico New Mexico lawmakers all told passed TK laws in a special legislative session aimed at federal uncertainty and funding cuts.

While the government #shutdown continues, families and working people bear the consequences.

But as dysfunction in #Washington drags on, states are once again taking decisive action.

sourcenm.com/2025/10/02/t...

I am thrilled to share this opinion piece I wrote for @thehill.com It is time to invest in state legislatures now and create a broader more durable map into the future.

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Skeptics called this district “unwinnable.” But voters proved them wrong.

The lesson is clear: with strong candidates and bold organizing, we have opportunities beyond the traditional battleground.

The map is bigger than we think.

Last night, Republicans lost their supermajority in the Iowa Senate.

Catelin Drey flipped one of the most conservative districts in the state, a seat Trump won by over 11 points.

This should be a turning point for Democrats everywhere.

Wisconsin Governor Vetoes Discriminatory Poll Tax Bill Read more here.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers (D) vetoed a bill Friday that would require voters with felony convictions to pay all outstanding legal fees before their right to vote is restored — a requirement that voting rights advocates slammed as a discriminatory poll tax. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

Republicans have spent decades quietly investing in state legislatures; now they control 57 chambers nationwide. That’s what’s emboldening them.

Dems, it’s time to go on the offense: we must protect what we’ve won, invest in the battlegrounds, and build enduring power in the states.

What’s happening in the Texas legislature is just the beginning, we know republicans won’t stop there.

State legislatures help shape 300+ congressional districts and nearly 6,000 state seats.

The future of our democracy quite literally hinges on who we elect in our own backyards.

I’m so proud of Dems in the #TexasStateLegislature for refusing to back a gerrymandered map rigging the midterms for House Republicans.

Even in deep red states, Democrats are showing courage and conviction and fighting for our democracy.

Join Sister District in supporting Catelin Drey! Join Sister District in helping Catelin Drey flip this important seat & break the GOP supermajority in the IA Senate! Every dollar makes a difference!

It’s been a tough year to be in #politics, but watching our #volunteer network jump in from across the country gives me real hope.

If you have been looking for a way to help, I can’t think of a better place to put your time and money -> secure.actblue.com/donate/sdp-i...

#GOP-controlled states like Iowa have been written off by national groups for years, but low-turnout special elections have favored Dems this cycle.

With the August special election coming up and major contests ahead in 2026, smart investments could help turn Iowa into a true battleground.

I’m excited to share that our team will be backing the incredible Catelin Drey in the August 26 Iowa special election!

If Catelin wins, Dems will break the GOP’s #supermajority in the Iowa Senate 👉 a much needed check on the governor’s appointments heading into the 2026 session.

Earlier this year, #Democrats won by double digits in an Iowa district that #Trump carried. It was a clear sign: even in traditionally red areas, there’s real potential…if we show up.

That’s why, for the first time, Sister District is endorsing in #Iowa!

Building Progressive Power in the States | Sister District Sister District is a grassroots organization that leverages experience, research, and volunteerism to get Democrats elected in state legislatures! Learn about our work & how you can support it!

I’ll be posting about key state legislative battles, what’s at stake in today’s political climate, and the grassroots efforts that are making a difference.

If you care about rights, dignity, and getting things done, I’m right there with you. sisterdistrict.com

A little late to the BlueSky party, but excited to be here!

I’m Sarah Curmi - single mom by choice, proud Michigander, and Executive Director of Sister District, where we build progressive power in state legislatures.

Here’s an obligatory pic of Mia and me voting for Kamala Harris together. 🥲