DNC Chair Tom Perez released the following statement on the certification of state Rep. Christopher England’s historic election as the first African American chair of the Alabama Democratic Party and former state Rep. Patricia Todd’s election as its first openly LGBTQ vice chair:

“Chair England and Vice Chair Todd have made history. As the first African American chair of the Alabama Democratic Party, Chris is blazing a trail toward a fairer and more just future for all Alabamians. With his vision and leadership, Alabama Democrats are poised to start building the infrastructure needed to win at every level, mobilize voters across the state, and stand up for the values of Alabama’s working families.”