Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
EMILY's List is a political action committee in the United States that aims to help elect pro-choice Democratic female candidates to office. The organization provides financial support and resources to candidates who meet its criteria.
A type of organization that pools campaign contributions from members and donates those funds to campaign for or against candidates, ballot initiatives, or legislation.
Pro: choice - Supporting or advocating the legal right of women to choose whether or not to have an abortion.
Campaign finance: Refers to all funds raised to promote candidates, political parties, or policy initiatives and referenda during election campaigns