Rep. Donna Edwards (MD-4), Featured Member

Since June 2008, Congresswoman Edwards has represented the Fourth District of Maryland, where she's lived for more than 20 years. Her election was trailblazing, much like the rest of her career. She broke glass ceilings leading top non-profit groups and is now the first black woman elected to represent Maryland in Congress.

Around the district, her story resonates with constituents. According to Edwards, "When I go around schools in my district and around the state -- and I speak to young girls in particular -- I hope that in me they see their own possibility."

Congresswoman Edwards currently serves on the Transportation and Infrastructure and Science and Technology Committees in the House of Representatives, where she's focused on investing in the innovation and infrastructure that will rebuild our economy and grow jobs for the long term. For example, one of the bills she introduced would support the development of clean water technologies. She also serves as a member of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission, which is a nonpartisan panel that advises Members of Congress and the public about human rights issues.

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