I think we have to offer something different and I think that’s important; whether that’s people of color on the ticket in a meaningful way, and women, you know we are the base of the party, and we shouldn’t be an afterthought.

Dayton, Ohio, Mayor Nan Whaley, speaking in regards to the next Democratic candidate to fill Sen. Rob Portman’s seat after he unexpectedly announced his retirement. (Associated Press — Feb. 3, 2021)