Former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards announced her bid for Congress on Wednesday to fill the seat vacated after the death of Rep. Sylvester Turner (D-Texas), saying the Democratic Party needs a different approach that is "responsive to the moment."

"We need the next generation of new leaders in Washington to combat [President Trump’s attacks on jobs, healthcare, and education," Edwards, who will run for Texas's 18th Congressional District, said in her campaign announcement.

The party should "assess where to apply pressure," she said. "We must collaborate effectively with partner organizations to achieve our goals."

She added that Rep. Al Green's (D-Texas) protest during Trump's recent joint address to........

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