I’m thrilled to share some big news with you: I’ve decided to run for Columbus City Council in 2025, with the goal of serving District 7 and our entire Columbus community starting in 2026. This decision is deeply personal, and I’m excited to represent and advocate for our shared values and visions for a Columbus where everyone is seen, heard, and empowered.
Why Now? My journey has been shaped by diverse experiences across education, business, advocacy, and community-building…and now feels like the right time to take that work to a new level. Columbus continues to grow, and it’s essential that we continue to build a city that reflects all its people, respects all perspectives, and addresses the needs of our neighborhoods and families. In the next four years and beyond, I am committed to ensuring that the intersections of identity, community, and opportunity are central to the work being done here.
A People-Powered Campaign This campaign will be grassroots-focused from day one. Instead of a traditional fundraising push, I’m asking friends and supporters like you to consider joining me in a “friendraising” effort. Together, we’ll build a community-powered campaign rooted in the values of service, representation, and collaboration–I’m truly your neighbor.
I’m inviting people to contribute their time, talents, and energy, whether that’s helping us with outreach, organizing events, or spreading the word in the community–sending an email, making a phone call, printing a flier! For now, I’m asking everyone to save their financial support until we truly need it, focusing on engagement and collective effort instead. This approach will allow us to build an authentic, community-centered campaign that reflects our voices and values.
How You Can Get Involved
- Volunteer: We’re looking for people to share their skills, time, and ideas as we begin outreach and organize events.
- Spread the Word: Share the news of my campaign with friends, family, and neighbors who might want to get involved or support. Send them here https://ccc.densilporteous.com/
- Stay Connected: I’ll be sharing updates, events, and opportunities to connect as we continue on this journey together. Come back here https://ccc.densilporteous.com/blog/
I couldn’t be more grateful to have community like you by my side. Your support means the world to me, and I look forward to building a Columbus that is welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all.
Let’s do this—together!
.d.
Congrats! You’ve got our support!