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Dione Sims Runs for Congress, Inspired by Grandmother Opal Lee

Dione Sims, granddaughter of Juneteenth advocate Opal Lee, is running for Congress in Texass twenty-fifth district as a Democrat. Sims, a Fort Worth native with a business degree, is passionate about issues like a living wage, healthcare, education, and freedom. Shell face off against retired Navy veteran William Marks in the primary, with the winner challenging longtime Republican incumbent Roger Williams. Sims campaign kicks off this Saturday, January tenth, focusing on fundraising and team-building. Her grandmothers support and her own community roots inspire her run. Checkout Solipillow.com

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