Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez (NY-07) has endorsed Mayra Rivera-Vázquez for Congress in South Carolina’s 1st District.
Velázquez said Rivera-Vázquez’s candidacy reflects the kind of leadership the country needs more of.
“Mayra Rivera-Vázquez brings to this race the kind of leadership we need more of in public life: grounded in service, shaped by community, and reflective of the strength of Puerto Rican families and communities,” said Velázquez. “Her candidacy is a powerful reminder that representation is not symbolic. It matters in who is heard, who is valued, and who has a seat at the table. I am proud to endorse her for Congress.”
Rivera-Vázquez said Velázquez’s support is both deeply meaningful and energizing for the campaign.
“I am honored to have Congresswoman Velázquez’s endorsement,” said Rivera-Vázquez. “Like her, I was born and raised in Puerto Rico, and we carry with us the strength, resilience, and values of our people. She has spent her career standing up for working families, for Puerto Rican communities, and for those too often overlooked in public life. Her support means a great deal to me. This campaign is about building a future where the people of South Carolina’s 1st District have real representation, real opportunity, and a leader who understands both the challenges they face and the strength they carry.”