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To the Extended Fair Elections Center Community,
It is with the deepest sorrow that I share the heartbreaking news of the recent passing of Bianca Avery, Fair Elections Center’s extraordinary and extraordinarily beloved Texas State Coordinator. I know that no words are adequate to capture Bianca’s unique and vital lifeforce. But I can try to express what she meant to me and to our organization.
Bianca’s bottomless well of compassion and her unwavering commitment to creating a more equitable society for all presented an aspirational model for everyone that knew her or had the good fortune to work alongside her.
Her leadership and advocacy in Texas helped build civic power in communities that have long been underserved, and she pursued our mission of defending and expanding voting rights with fierce dedication. Even as the political environment became increasingly challenging, Bianca’s warmth and resolve never faltered, showing us all how to bring hope and resilience to the work we do.
Our hearts go out to Bianca‘s wife, her children, the rest of her beautiful family, and all of her friends during this incredibly sad time. We ask you to please hold them in your hearts. We also hold space in our hearts for our staff and community members as, collectively, we grieve this profound loss.
Thank you for keeping Bianca’s loved ones in your thoughts.
With gratitude and sympathy,
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Rebekah Caruthers
Fair Elections Center President & CEO
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