Stacey Abrams is an American politician, lawyer, voting rights activist, and author. Born on December 9, 1973, she served in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2007 to 2017, including seven years as the House Minority Leader . Abrams gained national attention for her advocacy in voting rights and her efforts to combat voter suppression, particularly in Georgia .
In 2018, Abrams was the Democratic nominee for Governor of Georgia, receiving more votes than any other Democrat in the state’s history . After the election, she founded Fair Fight Action in 2018, an organization dedicated to addressing voter suppression and promoting fair elections .
Recently, Abrams has faced scrutiny over her involvement with nonprofit organizations. The New Georgia Project, founded by Abrams in 2013 to increase voter registration among people of color, has come under investigation. A top House Republican chairman has called for the revocation of its tax-exempt status, citing concerns about its coordination with Abrams’ political activities .
Additionally, reports have surfaced regarding a $2 billion federal grant awarded to Power Forward Communities, a group linked to Abrams. This funding, allocated under the Inflation Reduction Act, has raised questions about transparency and oversight .
Beyond politics, Abrams is also an accomplished author. She has written several romance novels under the pen name Selena Montgomery and has participated in initiatives addressing social issues, such as child marriage. In collaboration with other authors, Abrams has worked to raise awareness and funds to combat forced marriage, emphasizing the importance of female empowerment and choice .
For more information about Stacey Abrams’ work and initiatives, you can visit her official website or follow her on social media platforms like Instagram .