In February of 1992, I received life-changing news—I was pregnant. It was the same day I decided to leave my position as a young physician to serve as the Deputy State Director for the Bill Clinton presidential primary campaign in Massachusetts. After Bill secured the nomination, I took on the role of Issues Director in the state, all while navigating the challenges of pregnancy. Our daughter, Lily, entered the world just two days before Bill’s election in November 1992. I even managed to pump breast milk during the 36-hour inauguration festivities a few months later.
Fast forward to today, and Lily, now nearly 24, is contributing her talents to Hillary for America’s digital advertising team in Brooklyn. Throughout her teenage years, we often spent our autumn weekends in New Hampshire during election season, canvassing neighborhoods and engaging with voters. After her first year of college, she interned for Obama’s 2012 campaign and successfully negotiated a lighter course load to continue working at headquarters in Chicago—a decision that filled me with pride. When Hillary Clinton announced her candidacy for president, Lily felt compelled to join the campaign.
I distinctly remember meeting Hillary back in 1992. Speaking from the steps of a supporter’s home in Brookline, Massachusetts, she captivated a small crowd, discussing the need to amplify the voices of the marginalized. Hillary emphasized the importance of women having choices regarding their health care and shared her experiences advocating for children with disabilities during her tenure at the Children’s Defense Fund. Her lifelong dedication to fighting for women and children left a lasting impression on me, so it was only natural for me to return to the campaign as a volunteer organizer for trips to swing states.
It fills me with joy to see Lily now playing a vital role on Hillary’s team—one of the dedicated young staffers working tirelessly to spread Hillary’s vision for an inclusive America. In 1992, email was a new concept. Today, Lily and her colleagues employ advanced analytics to gauge the effectiveness of their advertising efforts. While the technology has evolved significantly over the past 24 years, Hillary Clinton’s unwavering commitment to justice and her advocacy for families remains steadfast.
I am incredibly proud of Lily and thrilled to continue supporting Hillary Clinton!
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Summary
This article highlights the unique bond between a mother and daughter as they navigate their involvement in political campaigns, particularly focusing on Hillary Clinton’s run for president. It reflects on their shared experiences and the evolution of campaign strategies over the years while emphasizing the enduring importance of advocacy for women and children.