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SEIU Members In Office
Alethia McCaskill
Maryland, SEIU 500
MD State Delegate, Child Care Provider
Maryland House of Delegates
Alethia McCaskill, member of local union 500, is a Democratic member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing District 44B in Baltimore City. Alethia McCaskill is passionate and committed to improving the lives of all Marylanders. She is a strong advocate for public education, criminal justice reform, economic development, women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, environmental protection, and gun control.
Brenda Moore
Michigan, SEIU 517M
Mayor, Michigan Black Caucus Elected Official, Paraprofessional
Saginaw County Mayor
Brenda Moore, a former Paraprofessional, is also a retired member of SEIU local union 517M. Brenda Moore is a prominent figure in Saginaw County, Michigan. She is a lifelong resident of the area and has been involved in many aspects of the community.Moore has also been a leader in the effort to improve the quality of life in Saginaw County, including initiatives to reduce crime and improve public safety. Moore is also a member of the Saginaw County Democratic Party and has been a vocal supporter of the party’s efforts to promote progressive values and policies.
Judy Seeberger
Minnesota, SEIU MN NAGE
MN State Senator, Paramedic
Minnesota State Senate
Judy Seeberger, Member of local union MN NAGE, is a Minnesota State Senator representing District 41, in addition to her policy work, Judy Seeberger has also been a leader in the fight for greater transparency and accountability in government. She has been a vocal advocate for open government. Overall, her commitment to progressive values and policies has made her an effective and respected leader in the Minnesota Senate.
Lakesia Collins
Illinois, SEIU HCII
State Representative, IL
Illinois General Assembly, CNA
As a member of the Illinois General Assembly, Collins has been a strong advocate for education reform, criminal justice reform, and economic development. As a member of local union HCII, she is part of our SEIU Women of Color Candidate Pipeline Program. She has also been a vocal supporter of gun control legislation and has been a leader in the fight to end gun violence in her district. In addition to her legislative work, Collins has been active in her community.
Lesley Lopez
Maryland, SEIU 500
State Delegate, MD
Maryland House of Delegates, Broadcast Journalist
Lesley Lopez is a Democratic Delegate representing Maryland’s 39th District in the House of Delegates. Member of local union 500 and of the Appropriations Committee, the Health and Government Operations Committee, and the Ways and Means Committee. She is also a member of the Women Legislators of Maryland and the Maryland Legislative Latino Caucus.
Mary Washington
MD State Senator, Legislator
Maryland State Senate
Maryland State Senate District 43 is represented by Senator Mary Washington. Also a member of local union 500, Senator Washington is a member of the Democratic Party. Serving on the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee, the Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs Committee, and the Joint Committee on Federal Relations. In addition to her legislative work, Senator Washington is a member of the Maryland Women’s Caucus and the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus.
Roni Green
Pennsylvania, SEIU 668
State Representative
Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Business Agent
Roni Green is a Philadelphia State Representative, she has worked to ensure that all individuals in her district have access to fair and equitable justice. Additionally, part of the SEIU Women of Color Candidate Pipeline Program in union 668. She has worked to reduce the number of individuals incarcerated in Philadelphia and to ensure that those who are incarcerated are treated fairly and humanely. Overall, she is a passionate advocate for her constituents.
Sallie Fellows
New Hampshire, SEIU 1984
NH State Representative, Army Veteran-Sergeant
New Hampshire House of Representatives
Sallie Fellows is a New Hampshire State Representative for Grafton 8, and member of local union 1984. Sallie is a strong believer in fiscal responsibility and is committed to ensuring that the state budget is balanced and that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. Sallie is a member of the House Education Committee, the House Environment and Agriculture Committee, and the House Finance Committee. She is also a member of the New Hampshire Women’s Caucus and the New Hampshire Legislative Black and Latino Caucus. Sallie is committed to making a positive difference in her community and is dedicated to representing the interests of her constituents.
Sofia Vasquez Luna
Manassas City Councilmember, LIUNA Treasurer
Manassas City Council
Sofia Vasquez Luna is an exemplary leader in the Manassas City Council and member of local union 512. Sofia has been a leader in the Manassas City Council since she was first elected. She has been a strong advocate for the city’s residents, and she has worked hard to ensure that their voices are heard. She has been a champion for economic development, and she has worked to bring new businesses to the city. She has also been a strong advocate for public safety, and she has worked to ensure that the city’s police and fire departments are adequately funded. She is a true leader in the Manassas City Council and is an inspiration to all who know her.
Shondra Summers-Armstrong
Nevada, SEIU 1107
Chief Steward at the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)
Assembly District 6
Shondra Summers-Armstrong is a 24 year employee of the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC), an Executive Board Member of SEIU Local 1107, and serves as Chief Steward at the RTC. Shondra was inspired to get involved with activism and politics after attending a community meeting about a street closure. Since then, she has been a member of the West Las Vegas Plan Team, a commissioner on the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority, and a commissioner on the Southern Nevada Enterprise Community Board. She is the proud mother of three sons.
William McCurdy
“We’ve made great progress for our community: from reforming our criminal justice system to enhancing economic development and even passing legislation to increase access to fresh food grocers in our neighborhood. I am now looking to take this progress to the Clark County Commission to continue creating jobs, strengthening public safety, increasing access to healthcare, and improving our schools for the residents of District D.”
-William McCurdy
William McCurdy
Nevada, SEIU 1107
Clark County Commissioner
County Commissioner District D
William McCurdy grew up in a family surrounded by a legacy of community activism, but after dropping out of school to support his family at an early age, his life could have gone in a very different direction. However, William instead worked to get into the College of Southern Nevada where he earned an Associate’s degree and became Student Body President. He eventually joined SEIU as an organizer, working his way up to become the state Political Director.
Angie Nixon
“Being an elected official I am now able to have a seat at tables where many in my community haven’t been allowed to sit. I can push back against the status quo and offer different viewpoints to the conversation and illustrate the need for change. It also means I have an immense responsibility to ensure I’m educating my community on policies that are impacting us. My membership in a union influences me to keep working class families at the forefront of my mind when I’m crafting legislation and when I’m voting on bills. I make sure I always vote in a ways that positively impact labor and working families.”
-Angie Nixon
Angie Nixon
Florida, SEIU FPSU
FL Legislature District 14 Organizing Director
State Representative
Angie Nixon is a mother, SEIU member, and community organizer from Jacksonville, Florida, where she has spent over ten years advocating for healthy food options, small businesses, and the health and well being of her neighbors. With SEIU, Angie has served as the state field director for SEIU Florida and is the former director for the Florida Public Service Union’s Higher Education Campaign. Nixon also served as the North Florida regional organizer for New Florida Majority. Angie and her daughter Natalie co-own and operate a smoothie/ice cream/sandwich shop bringing healthy options to a food insecure neighborhood.