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Abby Finkenauer Is a Model of the Working-Class Democrat
“She’s not a normal politician — she resonates with working folks."
By Sarah Mucha
Attica Scott Could Be Kentucky's First Black Governor
Kentucky may be a red state, but Rep. Scott says “voters are demanding someone who has a backbone.”
By Alex Brown
The Man Who Helped Legalize Gay Marriage in Utah Is Running for State Senate
Derek Kitchen wants to serve in the same legislature that once denied his right to marry.
By Savannah Behrmann
Labor Candidates are Staking Their Claim in the Midterms by Standing Up for Workers
Labor has always held electoral power, especially when wielded by women.
By Kim Kelly
Meet the Democratic Socialist Feminist Running for New York Senate
"Young women who are considering running for office should know that you have a movement behind you."
By Katie Halper
You Need To Hear Why This Scientist is Running For Congress
"I’d rather forge my own path."
By Hallie Thompson
Don’t Want to Run for Office? Become a Field Director
There are a lot of different ways to get involved in politics.
By Katie Turner
This College Student Ran for Office to Protect Disability Rights in Schools
Claudia Olaes is proving politicians can be any age or gender.
By Nadya Okamoto
Meet the Only Openly Trans Person Working on Capitol Hill
"I’m making a difference, because I get to say that a trans person worked on this trans issue."
By Emma Sarran Webster
Congressman Joaquin Castro Is A Politician to Watch
He serves on the House Intelligence Committee, which is investigating Russia's interference in the 2016 presidential election.
By Sarah Mucha
Hannah Zimmerman Is Leading the Way for Young People in Office
She was elected to be a New York committeewoman at just 17-years-old.
By Brittany Natale
I'm 18 and Gun Violence Walkouts Inspired My Run for Office
Meet Gabrielle Anzalone, who is running for the board of education in her area.
By Lily Herman
I Could Be the First Woman of Color to Represent Colorado in Congress
“We need loud, fearless voices — new leaders who . . . aren’t afraid to stand up to the establishment on either side of the aisle.”
By Saira Rao
Wisconsin's First Female Senator Is Fighting for Reelection
Tammy Baldwin was also the first openly gay U.S. senator ever elected.
By Lauren Young
Losing 150 Pounds Made Me Want to Run for Office
It's one of many reasons Amber Huett-Garcia is running, but it's an important one to her.
By Amber Huett-Garcia
Being a Woman in Politics Means Frequent Online Harassment
"You're literally being told you can't do this because you're a woman.”
By Paola de Varona
Meet the Candidate Running for Congress in Defense of Women
“It feels like I am doing what I’m supposed to be doing, like I’m doing the right thing."
By Grace Edquist
Stacey Abrams Could Be America's First African-American Female Governor
We talked to her about her new book and candidacy.
By Emma Sarran Webster
27-Year-Old Mayor Michael Tubbs on Why Youth Leadership Is So Important
“Youth are our greatest assets. Every young person matters.”
By Taylor Crumpton
I Could Be the First Native American Woman in Congress
"I am not running just to make history — although it is way past time for a voice like mine."
By Deb Haaland