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When did Tammy Duckworth start her career in politics?
On November 21, 2006, several weeks after losing her first congressional campaign, Duckworth was appointed Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs by Governor Rod Blagojevich.
What did Tammy Duckworth do after working in the Department of Veterans Affairs?
On September 17, 2008, Duckworth attended a campaign event for Dan Seals, the Democratic candidate for Illinois's 10th congressional district.
When did Tammy Duckworth transition into other roles outside of the Department of Veterans Affairs?
Duckworth was nominated to be the Assistant Secretary of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs. The United States Senate confirmed her for the position on April 22, 2009. Duckworth resigned June 2011.
Why did Tammy Duckworth resign as Assistant Secretary of Public and Integovernmental Affairs?
Duckworth resigned from her position in June 2011 in order to launch her campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives in Illinois' 8th Congressional District.
How did Tammy Duckworth's campaigning for the U.S. House of Representatives in Illinois' 8th Congressional District go?
She defeated former Deputy Treasurer of Illinois Raja Krishnamoorthi for the Democratic nomination on March 20, 2012. On November 6, 2012, Duckworth defeated Walsh 55%–45%.
What were some of Tammy Duckworth's accomplishments as the Director of Veterans Affairs?
While she was Director, she was credited with starting a program to help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and veterans with brain injury.

Question: Who helped her launch her campaign?
Self-contained rewrite: Who helped Tammy Duckworth launch her campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives in Illinois' 8th Congressional District?