When Mia Thompson was just a little girl in the Bronx, she had a dream of having a pen pal. “Why not write to the President and First Lady?” her mother suggested. For Mia and her mom, Linda, this idea held special significance. Back in 1992, Linda had volunteered at the Democratic National Convention, while also navigating a tough marriage. Hillary Clinton reached out to Mia, and as Linda shared with the local news, “She knew I needed support, and she just hugged me. I felt a surge of strength and energy from her. It gave me the motivation I needed to create a better life for my daughter.”
So it was no surprise that, six years later, Linda encouraged Mia to write to the Clintons. What Mia couldn’t have anticipated was that Hillary would respond. They exchanged letters about birthdays and life events. “I would update them on my life and send them encouragement a little girl could offer,” Mia recalls. Hillary replied with updates about her own family, sharing letters that ranged from joyful to somber.
Mia continued this correspondence with Hillary even through the tumultuous times surrounding the Paula Jones scandal and the Monica Lewinsky affair. Despite her own struggles, Hillary never forgot the girl from the Bronx.
Linda participated in both of Bill Clinton’s presidential campaigns, and once Mia was old enough, she joined her mother to support Hillary’s Senate run in New York. “Dear Mia,” Hillary wrote, “Thank you for all your help in New York. You and your mom were two of my best helpers.” The handwritten note mentioned Mia’s potential, saying she was growing into “the remarkable person you are destined to be.” It was signed, “Your Friend, Hillary Rodham Clinton.”
Their bond deepened, and in 2004, Hillary surprised Mia by attending her middle school luncheon. Over time, Mia affectionately began to call her “Aunt Hillary.” Hillary promised to be at Mia’s high school graduation, but Mia was skeptical. What notable figure like Hillary Clinton would remember a promise made to a child from the Bronx?
Yet, as Mia proudly states, “She remembered her promise.” After conceding the Democratic nomination on June 7, Hillary came out of seclusion to speak at Mia’s graduation from Bronx Academy of Science. She encouraged the graduates to “chase their dreams, no matter what.” “If you never give up and keep believing in yourself, you never know where life will take you,” she said, echoing words Mia could relate to after having told her own mother at a young age that she wanted to grow up to be president.
Mia felt that moment was incredibly special. “She actually kept her word. She really remembered her promise,” she said.
The story didn’t stop there. Now attending Mercy College, Mia recently introduced Hillary at a campaign rally in New York. Reflecting on her high school graduation, she remarked, “It’s been so inspiring to see a woman reach for the presidency.” With Hillary in the running once again against a candidate embodying the more negative aspects of America, Mia is likely out there doing all she can to support “Aunt Hillary” in this crucial campaign.
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In summary, Mia Thompson’s journey with Hillary Clinton showcases the profound impact of keeping promises and the strength of support across generations. From a simple letter exchange to a lasting friendship, their connection is a testament to the power of hope and determination.