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Bob is a progressive candidate for New Orleans City Council, District A. Bob is running to put people first and fight for a habitable and.

Marti is a NYC drag artist, community organizer, and activist who has been on the front lines fighting for New Yorkers. Housing Justice.

Kristin is a former small business owner and vocal social justice advocate who believes we are all in this together. She is running to.

Christopher has been on the frontlines of the major issues in Lower Manhattan for the past 5 years, especially when it comes to.

Dr. Priya Bhat-Patel is a Council Member in the City of Carlsbad where she grew up and currently lives with her husband, baby boy, and dog. A.

Lisa is running for Arvada City Council in 2021. Since leaving the military, where she served in the Air Force as a police women, Lisa has.

Halla is an organizer, a youth worker, and a fierce advocate for an education system that meets all students' needs. Through years of.

Tom is an educator, a social, economic, and environmental justice advocate, and a community leader. A first-generation American, born to.

Gerald believes that every child deserves equal access to the best education ability for the individual child. This means that fiscally.

Kayla, who will graduate Ridley High School in June 2021, will be the youngest member of the Ridley School Board in history. Kayla is running.

Zeke is running for judge because he is passionate about the judiciary, his hometown of Pittsburgh, and access to justice for all people. He.

Olivia is a single mother and special education teacher with a background in mental health counseling and inclusive education. She lives in.

Sandy is a community organizer running for New York City Council in District 37. Sandy is an Afro-Latina, born in Panama to an immigrant.

Shahana is a Bangladeshi-American Muslim feminist and community organizer born and raised in Kensington, Brooklyn. Shahana is a Lupus.

Born and bred in NYC, Elisa was raised by a hard-working, Latina mother who despite her best efforts, relied on Section 8 to keep a roof over.

Steven is running a mission-driven campaign for New Yorks' 47th City Council district because we need leadership we can count on in a crisis.

Alex is a Democrat running to become Boston’s first-ever blind city councilor and if elected in 2021 he would be the only blind city.

Dillon is a public safety professional running for Minneapolis City Council in Ward 11. Professionally, Dillon serves the over 1.2 million.

Growing up in Detroit, Hector Santiago learned the value of faith, community, treating others with respect, and hard work as the oldest of.

Wilfredo Florentino is a lifelong Brooklynite, and tireless community advocate. He is a husband, father, and US Army veteran. Wilfredo is a.

Joel is a Boston public school teacher, a first-generation American, and a proud union organizer. In his 15 years as a public school teacher.

Jason is a nonprofit professional and community organizer who has spent more than half his life serving others. Jason served as a.

Alexandra has been an active member of the community for many years. She's worked in the nonprofit sector as a community organizer, focusing.

Yenni is running for Worcester’s District 5 City Council Seat to fight for a more modern, equitable, and accessible Worcester. She obtained a.

Megan is a community leader and public servant, serving on the board of several local organizations. A life-long Westerville resident, Megan.

Her dedication and passion to serve others has earned Althea seats on a number of Advisory Committees, including the New York City Mayor’s.

T.C. grew up in a family of public servants. His grandfathers served in WWII, with one receiving a Purple Heart. His grandmother drove a.

Born to immigrant Jewish parents in New York and raised in a household where English was her second language, Judge Heela understands what it.

Julia is a third-generation New Yorker who has lived in Dutch Kills since 2014. She is an attorney with public service experience in.

John is an attorney and former educator with experience drawn from working in small business, government, and as a first responder. He’s.

J. Matt Nickels, a father of two (Thatcher and Zelda), and a husband for nearly ten years to Lindsay, PhD. After a tour with the US Cavalry.

Mac Driscoll is an urban planner who works for the Downtown Toledo Development Corporation. As an economic development professional, Mac has.

Brandon is a graduate of Cornell University and the Emory University School of Law. An attorney and resident of Midtown, he is extensively.

Sheila is a community organizer, renter, daughter of an immigrant, and a queer woman of color. If elected, she will be the first openly queer.

Richie is a science teacher and community activist, with experience leading organizing campaigns for the $15 minimum wage, criminal justice.

Lincoln is running in New York’s City Council District 33, the district he’s lived in his whole life. Lincoln grew up in Brooklyn Heights and.

Nick is an organizer and coalition builder for progressive change running for Minneapolis City Council at a pivotal moment. He is a former.

Irene is an organizer-turned non-profit executive director running for Virginia’s House of Delegates in the 86th District. She is the proud.

Danielle (she/her) is a lifelong resident of Jersey City, New Jersey, daughter of emigrated parents from Ecuador, first-generation college.

Danny has never been afraid to take on the toughest fights and win. In combat zones and in the courtroom, Daniel has dedicated his career to.

Michael is a working-class advocate running to serve on the Lenoir City Council. Michael moved to Lenoir with his family in 2012 and.

Brandon is a lifelong Chester resident who is running to put the representative back in government. Above all else, he wants to ensure.

Nick grew up in Holland, Ohio, a small working class town outside of Toledo. His father, a businessman, coach, and entrepreneur, taught Nick.

Tricia is a mom, social worker, community activist, and proud Japanese-Puerto Rican woman running to represent District 5 (Upper East Side.

Amit is a native New Yorker, the son of immigrants, and proud to be both queer and South Asian. He is a longtime public servant and.

Jason is an organizer, policy worker, renter, and proud LGBTQ+ Latino with experience fighting for renters’ rights, immigration justice.

Royce is a candidate for Seat 7 At Large on the Atlanta Board of Education. A native Atlantan and current Robert Woodruff-MLK Scholar in his.

Erin is an engineer and project manager with over 10 years of experience. She is running to become the first female and first Democrat to.

Liz is a small business owner, an environmentalist, an activist, and a sailboat captain. She serves as a member of the Steering Committee for.

Zachary (Zach) is a twenty-six year old who wears a lot of hats. He works full time as a Human Capital Management Consultant for a major HR.

Pierina is an Afro-Dominicana, daughter of immigrants, and lifelong Bronxite, born in University Heights and raised in Kingsbridge, where her.

Aisha is a community organizer, a union activist, a first-generation immigrant, and a Muslim American. As the political organizer for Service.

Joe is a public school teacher, union representative, and community advocate running for Onondaga County Legislator in District 15 to build.

Mario is a charismatic and dedicated leader, music educator, and academic who combines his shared experience in education and social justice.

Amber is a civic leader, non-profit CEO and Orthodox Jewish single mother of two young boys. She is known for being civically engaged.

Stacey is a Licensed Professional Counselor running for Cincinnati City Council. She is a passionate advocate for expanding mental healthcare.

Stanley is an abolitionist who serves the Rochester Community with courage, love and integrity. Whether it's advocating for legislation such.

Alex is running to represent Hatboro as a new member of Borough Council. He is an Army veteran and long-time community volunteer who.

Ty is running for City Council in Overland Park, Kansas to help change expectations and bring a new generation into local government. Raised.

Dan was born in District 30, has lived and worked in the district nearly his entire career. Dan attended Wall Township Public Schools and is.

Jon is a father of two, a husband, and a grad student, who is seeking his first term on the Newington Town Council. Jon decided to step up.

Amoy is a community advocate who has spent the last 15 years serving the North Shore. She believes that accessible healthcare, housing and.

Terrence is a father, communications professional, and volunteer. In 2014, he and his wife moved to Springfield, where they are now raising.

Mike was born and raised in a union family in Duluth and graduated from East High School and UMD with degrees in Management Information.

Ajmeri is running for Dublin City Council in Ohio. Ajmeri lives in Dublin with her husband and daughter. As an attorney with her own.

Elizabeth is an advocate, educator, and lifelong tenant, running for District 33 in Brooklyn, NY, an area that has faced significant.

Mico is a lifelong Atlantic County resident running to serve as County Clerk. Mico is a progressive Democrat who believes the core of being.

John understands the opportunity that Aurora holds for so many because he’s lived it. John grew up in a working household, earned his way to.

Sara is a former attorney, campaign staffer, and mother of two running for City Council in District 6 on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

Jasmine is running for Erie City Council to represent the lower Eastside and minority women in her community. As an Erie native raised on the.

Adolfo is a 27-year-old organizer and public servant from the northwest Bronx on a lifelong path to build power with community, from the.

Jenna has been a member of the Greece community ever since she was three years old. She was raised by a single mother and know first-hand.

Tyler is running for Dutchess County Legislator in District 24. His district, which encompasses Dover and Union Vale, is in desperate need of.

Sophia is running for Lakewood City Council, Ward 2, in the fall 2021 election to improve and protect the quality of life, dignity, and.

Marty is a lifelong resident of the City of Dayton. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of Dayton School of Law. Then went to work for.

Tiffany is a 33-year-old public defender, organizer, activist, and queer Latina who is running for City Council to ensure New York reaches.

Jason is a community leader, social justice advocate, and philanthropist with a proven leadership record fighting for Jobs, Justice.

Uriah is a former Social Studies teacher who currently works in financial aid administration. He is the former President of the Saint Paul.

Chi Ossé is a third-generation Brooklynite, activist, and political candidate from Crown Heights. Ossé is a prominent figure in the.

Claire is a caretaker, a veterans advocate, and activist. She is running for Dutchess County Legislature, 19th District on the principles we.

Stephon is a father, husband, community activist, healthcare worker, and business owner running to represent District 4 in Onondaga County.

Deidra, a Knoxville native, is embracing her title of business woman and active community leader, focusing on bringing effective change and.

Dr. Forrest Helvie lives in Newington, CT with his wife and two middle school-aged children. He is a long-time educator and academic leader.

David is a substitute teacher who has seen first hand how much untapped potential there is in Saratoga Springs. When he worked in the mayor’s.

Jill Basile is a wife, mother and fulltime employee running for a second term on Otsego County Board of Representatives, District 14 (City of.

Cory is a candidate for Hempfield Area School Board in New Stanton, PA. He believes students need a strong foundation in the traditional core.

Rena is a criminal defense attorney at the Franklin County Public Defender’s Office, and is currently a 2021 candidate for the office of.

Alexa is a lifelong member of the Wallingford community, an activist, advocate, and organizer. She currently serves as an Associate.

Crystal Hudson is a public servant and community organizer committed to advancing change for the 35th District in Brooklyn, New York.

Alfred "Shivy" is running for Atlanta City Council, Post 1 At Large because he believes that Atlantans have promise and they can’t wait any.

Tameka is a proud resident of East Fishkill, where she lives with her husband and three children. She is an Occupational Therapist, with 14.

Matt is a 4th generation Monessenite, running to be re-elected as Mayor of Monessen - the hometown that he loves. Matt is committed to making.

Elliot is an attorney born and raised in DuBois, PA, the community he now wants to serve as District Judge. Elliot believes it is paramount.

Danielle is running for school board to ensure an equitable education for every student in the Scranton school district. A local activist and.

Melissa is a mom, community advocate, and policymaker with experience solving problems at the federal, local, and neighborhood levels.

Ty was born in a refugee camp and by the grace of the universe, at the age of 5 ended up in Lowell, MA. Growing up in poverty was a struggle.

Willie has seen firsthand how people-powered movements can transform the urgency by which we tackle systemic issues through his experiences.

Dr. Anne Keke is an educator, a community activist, and an engaged citizen in Aurora CO, with experiences on front lines of criminal justice.

Jaymie is a recent graduate of Trinity College with degrees in English, Human Rights, and Education. She is running for the Bristol Board of.

As a first-generation American and New Yorker, the son of a Colombian father and Honduran-Cuban mother, Juan understands the hardships of.

Jeffrey is a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, a prosecuting attorney, and a new father. Jeffrey is running for the WaterOne board because, as a new.

Denzel is a community advocate in Detroit. He was born and raised on the east side and is a graduate of Michigan State University. He is.

Jon is an attorney and activist dedicated to fighting on behalf of working families. As the son of a Lebanese immigrant that has worked 40.

Andrea Wiltrout is a mother of three, a corporate attorney, a community leader and a strategic planner. When Andrea chose New Albany as the.

Justin is a community advocate and nonprofit leader running for Mayor of Cleveland to create a safer, healthier, and more resilient city.

Mikal is a lifelong Pontiac resident, teacher, and community activist running to represent Pontiac’s 3rd District on City Council. Despite.

Corey is a husband, father, and homeowner with project management expertise in the Healthcare IT field. He's running for Avon Ward 1 City.

Rebecca is a lawyer, community advocate, and civic leader in Cleveland. Her work ranges from organizing block parties to sparking city-wide.

Tom is a former public school teacher, coach, teachers union representative, and is currently the Director of Government Relations for.

Toshiko Grace Hasegawa is a fourth generation Japanese American from the Beacon Hill neighborhood in South Seattle. Her great-grandparents.

Matias is the son of Argentinian immigrants, first-generation American, and a native Houstonian who attended Houston ISD schools his whole.

Jennifer was born and raised in Queens to parents who migrated from Colombia. Her mother was a domestic worker and her dad was a baker before.

Brandi is a mother, artist, and advocate from Des Moines, Iowa. She's running to represent Ward 3 in the Des Moines City Council race and is.

David believes that now is the time for positive change in the community. He resides in the city with his fiancé and two children. He is.

Matt is a 20 year old community organizer, medical interpreter, and local nonprofit Vice-President running for Onondaga County Legislature.

Orange County Legislator, Kevindaryán, is a first generation Colombian American and a City of Newburgh resident. Kevindaryán was born and.

Ken, a nationally recognized political activist, is running for office because the city needs more progressive leadership. The Detroit Cass.

Zachary is running for the 3rd District Commissioner seat in Lehigh county. He is a lifelong resident of the city of Bethlehem, having spent.

Felicia is a teacher and candidate for New York City Council in Queens District 32. She would represent the communities of Woodhaven, Ozone.

Katrina was born and raised in Haverhill, MA. She is a wife, mother, educator, and business owner who brings her deep faith and experience as.

Born and raised in western Pennsylvania, Grant resides in the city of New Castle with his dog Nala. He is a 27-year-old running to represent.

Kendra is a first-generation Afro-Dominicana. Raised by a working-class immigrant family in Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood, she is.

Suhas is an attorney and former Obama White House Advisor who represents the 87th District of Virginia in the House of Delegates. In 2019, he.

Allosious (AL) is a 25-year old public service oriented millennial committed to progress that residents in Cleveland Heights (CH) can see.

Jeremy is an attorney, realtor, and mentor hailing from the city of Pontiac. A product of the Pontiac School District, he earned his Bachelor.

Courtney is an East Bay native, experienced civic leader, and proud mother of two running to represent the residents of Emeryville on the.

There are a lot of people who think that those who want to run for public office, should “run on the issues,” which really just means they.

Rogelio was born and raised here in Atlanta, but his parents immigrated from Mexico for a better opportunity and ended up working picking.

A public high school teacher by trade, James has watched the COVID-19 pandemic bring his community new challenges, while exposing.

A grounded, thoughtful, and inclusive leader, Ruthzee is the person Boston needs to build a more prosperous and equitable city. Ruthzee was.

Quinn is the co-founder and Managing Partner at GST LLP, a leading international arbitration boutique. He is also a proud husband & father.

Dana is an award-winning data scientist, a skilled technologist and policy analyst, and a passionate advocate for transparency.

Nantasha is a community leader, advocate, and political organizer committed to affecting change in her community. It is her mission to serve.

Sid is a proud Webster resident, husband, father, and attorney running for Webster Town Board. He and his wife, Tori, moved to Webster in.

In August of 2020, tired of furiously typing away on the computer, Ryan decided that it was time to put his actions where his Facebook.

Rhett graduated from James Madison University with a degree in social work. Her passion for social work transitioned into a career in field.

Peter, a fourth generation resident of Lansing, has a long track record of making a difference in the city of Lansing. As President of the.

Elsa is the daughter of indigenous immigrant farmworkers —granddaughter of a Bracero— and first-generation college graduate who is seeking to.

Jaslin is a Sikh Punjabi organizer, survivor advocate, and lifelong resident of Glen Oaks in Eastern Queens. She is the daughter of a taxi.

Adrian is running for Conshohocken Borough Council, Ward 2. Adrian is a small business owner, former educator, and has a passion for helping.

Kate grew up in Thornton and has been a teacher in the community for over a decade. She is running for city council because she wants to.

Kate is a community leader and advocate who has spent her career fighting for people in poverty. She is running for Cleveland City Council.

Mary is a proud CPS graduate, CPS teacher, and CPS parent. She was raised by her mother to work hard and to make the most of her.

Born and raised in Prince William County, Virginia, Briana is the daughter of high school sweethearts from Selma, Alabama. After graduating.

Caitlin is running for Otsego County Board of Representatives, District 3 which includes her town, Laurens, and the neighboring Town of.

Alyia is a tenacious fighter for families, communities, and equity. She is running for Alexandria City Council. As an experienced public.

David is running for reelection to City Council in Troy, Michigan where he was born and raised. Growing up, he admired how his father Ken.

Anthony is a recent college graduate, who just completed 10 months of national service with AmeriCorps NCCC during the pandemic. Anthony is a.

Evan is a Cincinnati native, graduate of the School for Creative and Performing Arts, and local filmmaker. He was raised by his single.

Aigné is a UConn Law grad who started her own firm to help children with Special Education needs. She is a graduate of Bryn Mawr College and.

Ayesha is running for reelection to the School Committee in Cambridge, Mass. She grew up in the Jefferson Park Public Housing Development in.

Carolyn is running for Monroe County Legislator on a compassionate, justice oriented platform. She is the CEO of a holistic consulting.

Gabe is running for office because he's driven by public service and wants to put his skills and experience to use for the public good, and.

Alexis is a working mom with three children (ages 10, 7 and 2!) and is running to serve on the Tucker City Council in Tucker, Georgia. She is.

David is a proud product of Medford public schools and a fifth generation Medford resident. After receiving his bachelor's degree at UMass.

Liliana is a longtime SE Atlanta homeowner, a proven problem solver and committed community activist, and the daughter of immigrants.

Bethani is a single mom to an amazing, 9-year-old boy. She’s a proud Pittsburgh Public Schools’ parent who's dining room has become their.

Nick is running to be the next mayor of Peachtree City, GA for many reasons but the most important one is, love. He loves this city, the.

Jae (They/Them) is a candidate for the Johnson County Community College Board of Trustees, a proud Johnson County, KS native, and an activist.

Joe is the son of Vietnamese refugees and a current Washington State Senator who has already made a big splash in the legislature with his.

Rhonda is an alumna of the University of Akron and she is in upper management at Key Bank. Her husband, Cameron, is a manager at UPS. Like.

Ten-year Hopkins resident and Planning & Zoning Commissioner, Gerard, is running for Hopkins City Council. In his announcement, Gerard noted.

Ayat loves to talk trash. As an environmentalist, she has done everything an individual can do to help the planet. She eats mostly vegan.

Genesis is first-generation Honduran American. She grew up in a working-class family and is the first person in her family to run for.

Kristen has been a resident of Springfield since 2015 and is running for Tax Collector. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with.

Shaniqua "Shan" Rose, a Caribbean-American Floridian, is a purpose driven leader with public and private experience advocating for the.

Joel is running for the Central York School Board because he believes strongly that all students should be provided a safe and strong.

Destiny is running for Chatham Town Board to create a town that is accessible for all residents. Destiny, like so many young and old families.

Sollie is a City Councilmember and attorney who is running for Mayor to cement Mission’s forward progress. Sollie chose to make Mission her.

Laura is a dedicated public servant with a background working with youth and families. After 11 years in community-based nonprofit, Laura.

Lindsay is a candidate for the Dublin City Schools Board of Education. As a bi-racial woman, who was raised by a single mother in the suburbs.

Abdul is a 19-year-old running to represent the 3rd District of Hamden on the Hamden Legislative Council. A graduate of Hamden Public Schools.

Kate is a healthcare administrator with a passion for community service and problem solving. Her experience efficiently navigating.

Kenya is a Brooklyn raised public servant who has lived in Prospect Lefferts Gardens since she was three years old. Kenya has worked for all.

Sophia is running for Coroner in Chester County, Pennsylvania. She is currently the Chief Deputy Coroner overseeing all aspects of office.

As the parent of University Place students, Alecia understands the issues that matter most to families in the district. Her twin boys have.

Marshall is a community advocate serving marginalized communities, such as: people of color, members of the LGBTQIA family, people with.

Shaun first decided to run for LEH Township Committee in 2020 so that his hometown neighbors are no longer subjected to the corruption of.

Lydia is a social worker, advocate, leader & step-mom. She’s worked as a trauma therapist, community organizer, and journalist - so she knows.

Mino is an artist, activist, educator, and the Executive Director of People's Theatre Project (PTP). Born and raised in the Dominican.

Bridget is a working mom of a young toddler, civil litigator and partner at her law firm, and is now running to be the the first Democratic.

Kara grew up in a small town in Ohio and attended a High School where she served as Class President and was voted Most Likely to be.

Lindsay is running for Councilwoman in the Town of Evans, NY. Lindsay, her husband Brad, and their four rescue animals, are lifelong.

Ashlie was born and raised in Duluth, MN, but grew up taking her city for granted. She went out of state for college and realized quickly how.

Taiba is running for Easton City Council in District 3. She immigrated from Pakistan to Pennsylvania decades ago and was raised in a middle.

Jivan is an organizer, the son of an immigrant, a democratic socialist, and like 2/3 of Cambridge residents, a renter. He is currently.

Obi is political outsider and successful entrepreneur fighting to challenge the status quo and design a better future that inspires hope.

Working in the New York State Legislature over the last five years, Alex knows what effective and the responsible government looks like. Alex.

Anthony is running for Sayreville Board of Education because he is the father of a student, the husband of a teacher, and is committed to the.

Allyson “AL” was born and raised in Lakeland, Polk County, Florida, she is a proud graduate of Harrison School for the Performing Arts. After.

Christopher is running for school board to continue the work of ensuring an equitable education for all Norristown Area School District.

Fernandois an educator and social justice advocate with the ambition to discover new and innovative ways to create equitable approaches.

Indira is a movement leader and community activist running for Des Moines City Council in Ward 1. She is running in her home district to.

Amanda is a lifelong Bronxite with a passion and commitment to public service. Born and raised in the Bronx in the 18th Council District’s.

As Framingham emerges in this post-pandemic recovery, it needs leaders who know the challenges it faces as a community can be addressed by.

Ashley is passionate about a number of issues, including mental health. While trying to find assistance for her own mental illness, she.

As a staff public defender in Buffalo NY, Rebecca works at the intersection of indigent defense and criminal justice reform. With a decade of.

Shekar is a proud son of immigrants, a public school parent, a community advocate, and a civil rights lawyer who has devoted his career to.

Born and raised in Columbia, the son of a truck driver and an Alzheimer’s nurse, Sam Johnson knows the challenges Columbia’s families face.

Theodora (Theo) is a renter, environmentalist, organizer, and small business advocate. She has spent her lifetime advocating for worker.

Justyn was born and raised on the east side of Des Moines. His mother ran an in-home daycare and his father worked second shift at a local.

Miranda is the eldest daughter of her two parents, who both worked in the service industry. Her father’s role as a restaurant manager.

Aleda is a Queer mother of three, a local activist and community organizer, a nonprofit leader, and a volunteer CYO youth basketball coach.

Carrie has been passionate about government and democracy since her first visit to Washington, DC when she was 9 years old. After graduating.

Hamdi came to the US when she was three years old with her family, after the outbreak of a civil war in Somalia, and her first port of entry.

Over the past year and a half, Jackie watched women hold this city together and families make a way out of no way. From the health and.

Throughout his first term as Council Member for District IV, Patrick has worked alongside his community to chart a new trajectory for.

After months navigating the pandemic, Jeslin founder herself with a new challenge-parenting during an incredibly destructive wildfire season.

Guillermo is running for Worcester City Council, At-Large because of his love for the city of Worcester and deep commitment to increasing.

Born in Liberia, Jermoh Kamara migrated to Worcester at age eleven, attended Canterbury Street School, Dr. Arthur F. Sullivan Middle School.

​​Alicia is an executive director and a proud mother of two awesome boys Walter (12) and Alonzo (8), running for the Minneapolis Park and.

Clarissa is a mother and lifelong Riverside County resident who has devoted her career to empowering working families, fighting for social.

Coming from a military family with a background in business entrepreneurship, Nadarius is a progressive community activist and organizer in.

Renae is a first-generation Indian-American born to immigrant parents. Growing up, she has seen the impact of a lack of childcare access that.

Aryeh has fought his entire career for working people to have good careers and live in a safe, clean place. Aryeh was elected to serves as a.

Born in Chile, Heidi is an adopted Wisconsinite-turned-Minnesotan running for a seat on the Hopkins City Council in Hopkins, Minnesota. Heidi.

Suzie is a passionate nonprofit leader who will bring an empathetic and diverse voice to Arvada City Council that represents the values of.

Elizabeth is the Vice Mayor of Alexandria, and the youngest woman elected to City Council in Alexandria’s history. Born in Alexandria to two.

Laura is a public servant and community champion who has dedicated the past 20 years to the betterment of Lakewood and Northeast Ohio. She is.

Dr. Shukri Olow is a mother, a community organizer, and a candidate for King County, District 5 (covering the cities of Kent, SeaTac.

Janeth is a social justice advocate who has a great desire to see all families thrive in her community. She developed a passion for community.

Sara is running for Somerville School Committee as a first-time candidate. She has worked as an Elementary English Learners Teacher in the.

Aissa was born and raised in Union County by her mom and grew up in a working-class home, where working hard while fighting for others was a.

Zack was born and raised in Spokane to a public-service family that has served Eastern Washington for generations as wheat farmers, public.

Megan Dougherty is running for Springfield Township Trustee. She's running because she has a deep connection to the community and believe.

Jennifer was born in San Antonio, and adopted at just one month old, and then has lived her whole life in the Metro Detroit Area. She grew up.

Marjorie was born in the Bronx to Puerto Rican parents who moved here in the 1970’s to build a better life. She learned the values of hard.

Andrew is a resident of Capitol Hill, Founder and Head of Design of House Cosmopolitan, and a member of many organizations, including Share.

Joseph is running for State Senate in NJ's 21st legislative district because he wants to jumpstart NJ's economy by bringing in cutting-edge.

Giselle is a life-long City of Newburgh resident, first generation American, and proud daughter of Mexican immigrant parents. Like many.

Clifford “Cliff” Cawthon is an educator, organizer, and freelance journalist who has been working across the region for the last several.

Cole is your neighbor in Prairie Village and is running to represent Ward 1 on the Prairie Village City Council. Cole is a third-generation.

Born and raised in Upstate New York, Harris Weiss moved to Broome County to attend Binghamton University and fell in love with the community.

Charlotte (she/her) is a queer, fourth-generation resident, renter and community organizer running for City Council, At-Large. She is running.

Ben is a former teacher at Manchester Memorial high school, the husband to a current teacher in the district, and the father to a future.

Dustin is an Army veteran, foster parent, and former federal employee. He has spent the majority of his adult life in service to his country.

Born and raised on Buffalo’s East Side as one of six children, India became a full-time working mother at the age of just 14. She earned her.

Victoria is a licensed Professional Engineer and certified Project Management Professional. She has held several roles in engineering.

Elizabeth is a young professional who has dedicated most of her free time to local politics and different organizations in the borough and.

Joanna started working in the service industry in town, developed a solid network of friends and colleagues, connected with genuine.

Dontaye is a husband and father running for Mayor of Sandy Springs and believes that integrity and transparency in our city government.

Gabriela is an immigrant from Mexico, raised in Southwest Detroit and an active organizer in Michigan. She’s the policy and research director.

Yterenickia ‘YT’ Bell is a public servant, organizer, and advocate that’s running for Mayor of the City of Clarkston. She is a native.

Sean is a lifelong Manchester resident running for the Ward 8 Aldermanic seat. He loves the ward and loves the city. He grew up in this ward.

When Jon was working in the banking industry, he saw so many people who barely had enough to get by. From senior citizens living from Social.

Xander received a Bachelors in biological sciences from Carnegie Mellon University in 2014 and a Masters in Biotechnology and Biodefense in.

Judy is running for City Council because she believes Somerville deserves a city councilor with both the lived and professional experience to.

Linnea is an arts and social justice advocate seeking an At-Large seat on Dover City Council, and her first time running for office. Linnea.

Blanca's love for her adopted hometown of Dodge City is reflected in her work and community service throughout the years. For nearly two.

Patrick is a mentor, teacher, advocate and activist who cares about his community. He’s worked on creating safer communities and balancing.

Dr. Liz Olhsson is proud to be a product of Pacific Northwest public schools, kindergarten through doctorate. She's an experienced climate.

Amanda is an educator, mother, and a mental health advocate running for the Santa Fe City Council in District 4. By running as a publicly.

David knows that Boston is an incredible city full of opportunity, but those opportunities are not shared by everyone. Having dedicated his.

Becca is running to represent Ward Seven on the Somerville City Council because the climate, housing and food security crises worsened by the.

Christopher is a community health advocate and collaborator. Christopher is from a non-Indigenous family that has called Montana home for.

Burhan is an MIT-graduated engineer who grew up with housing insecurity. The runner up to the 2019 Cambridge City Council election, he was on.

Justin is a first-generation Taiwanese American, a proud product of the Medford Public Schools, and the former chair of the Harvard Public.

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Sparkle has been a resident of Utica for over 7 years. She is the mother of three adolescents, two sons and a daughter. Her eldest son.

Marion is a social justice consultant who works with nonprofits and foundations. From leading salary negotiations as the NC Justice Center.

Sarah is a Democratic Socialist running for Olympia City Council, Position 6. She is queer, disabled and a member of the religious left.

Devoting her career to data-driven decision making, using sound science, and most importantly, identifying systemic solutions to complex.

Aisia is a respected community organizer and activist whose experiences have led her to take her activism to City Hall and the ballot box.

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Dr. Tyler Titus was born into poverty when their parents were teenagers. Tyler’s parents worked incredibly hard to provide their 12 children.

Gabriella is a public defender running for the Albany Common Council in Ward 6. As the City of Albany battles unprecedented challenges in.

Rebekah has spent her career working with and advocating for individuals in the disability community in Colorado. As a music therapist, she.

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Pat is a software developer and musician by trade and is currently finishing a master's degree in cybersecurity at the University of Nebraska.

Dave is a dedicated, organized, and level-headed public servant proudly serving his first term as Council Vice-President in Hatboro.

James is an Alexandrian by choice; he lives and works in the City. Ten years ago, he chose Alexandria because, despite its size, it felt like.

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Holly grew up in and around Wichita, attended USD 259 schools, and knows the power good listening has in getting problems solved. She is the.

Ma’Ko’Quah Abigail is a citizen of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. She currently serves as the Chair of the City of Lawrence.

Jamie is a lifelong Pittsburgh resident with experience in working alongside vulnerable communities as a refugee resettlement caseworker and.

Bridgette is a single-mother, small business owner, and social activist from Rocky Mount, VA. She made national news for organizing the first.

Robbie is a first-time candidate running for Dover's Ward 2 City Council seat to fight for an affordable, resilient and inclusive city for.

Ukeme is running for Upper Arlington City Council to harness the power of broad civic engagement to build the future of the City. Whether.

Jennifer is a lifelong rural Virginian running to represent the 25th district in the Virginia House of Delegates. For too long rural.

Melanie is a clinical counselor and art therapist providing bilingual therapy services to the community in Kansas City. Melanie has.

Peter is a fierce advocate for students and families, who chose to go into the field of education in order to make a positive impact on.

Caitlin has a passion for her community and the legacy that will be left for future generations. She is a seventh generation Loveland.

Joar is running to become the first black man to be Mayor of Darby Borough. Joar received a BA in Political Science from Bloomsburg.

Justan is a public sector compliance innovator and expert in managing data and promoting technology to help close gaps between those in.

Darwin has lived in Lakewood for much of his life. He attended elementary through high school in the Clover Park School District (CPSD) and.

In 2017, Joshua proudly ran for the Virginia House of Delegates to represent Virginia’s 28th District, becoming the first African-American.

Lezlie is a native of Springfield, where he was raised by a single mother who worked nights to provide for their family. She taught him the.

Kelsey is a community activist, mother, and PhD student at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Kelsey is seeking re-election to the.

Jordan is a writer, community organizer, and candidate for Alderman in Nashua's Ward 6. Jordan is running to protect public education.

Chanell graduated from Cleveland State University in 2011 with a Bachelors in criminology and a Masters in Social Work in 2015. As an.

John is a high school history teacher, proud union organizer, and community activist who has seen first hand all the horrible effects of this.

Megan is the Auditor of the City of Columbus. She was elected on November 7, 2017, winning more votes than her opponent in every precinct.

Samantha is running for re-election to the City Council in Marlborough, Massachusetts. In 2019, Sam made history as the youngest woman and.

Kim-Khanh is a current Renton City Council member, an immigration and injury attorney, a small business owner, a working mother of two.

Crystal is a passionate advocate and activist, currently serving as City Councilor At-Large for the City of Somersworth. She was elected in.

Stephen is running to represent District 3 and be a new, progressive voice for change in Boston. As someone who chose the city as his home.

Hannah has spent her career serving marginalized populations, from her first days as an eighth grade language arts teacher on the Navajo.

Olena began her career in public service at the age of 14. Her experience includes administration in both the public and private sectors and.

Precious is running for New Albany Board of Education because she believes in her gut that we can do better. She believes that there is an.

Lauren has dedicated her entire legal career to public interest work. She spent over a decade at the Chester County Public Defender’s Office.

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Keara was born and raised outside of Buffalo NY. Her father worked construction and her mom worked as a secretary. Keara attended college at.

AJ is a jobs advocate working to help students and adults with disabilities find and maintain employment throughout Summit County, Ohio. He.

Canek is the first Latino ever to serve on the Alexandria City Council. Canek is the son of Mexican immigrants who instilled in him the.

Andrew is a graduate student at the University of Kansas studying Public Administration in the nation’s number one school for local.

Saul is running for city council in Ward 3 of his hometown of Saint Louis Park. Saul spent his childhood in Saint Louis Park and immediately.

Azrin was born in Bangladesh and her family immigrated to Minnesota when she was three. Azrin moved to Duluth to attend college at the.

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Jamell is a father, husband, community activist, a United States Army officer, and currently serving as a corporate compliance manager for a.

Leonardo is a former teacher, school administrator, and current small business owner. He is running for Durham City Council so that everyone.

Amy is running for Whitehall City Council - Ward 3. As a proud child of deaf parents Amy has seen first hand how often the people whose.

Raphael is a Community Equity Advocate, LGBTQIA+ Advocate, Political Activist, Organizer, author and performing/recording artist in.

Dan is the father of twin fourth-graders in the ISD 276 district. He and his wife moved to Minnetonka in 2016 for proximity to work.

Rebecca is running for the 2nd ward seat of Ephrata Borough Council. While balancing her roles as mom & wife, she also is a business woman.

Delmarina is a graduate of Chicopee Public Schools, and native of Puerto Rico. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Bay.

Corrie is running for City Treasurer because she believes Chesapeake deserves better. Corrie worked for the current Treasurer, 30-year.

Rod is a leader, a community advocate, and a candidate for Senate District 32. Rod is in this race because he envisions a District 32 that.

Shenika is a community activist, human & civil rights philanthropist, mother, small business owner and Black media truth teller. After the.

Geena was born in Arlington MA to a single mother who emigrated from Vietnam. Her mother—a refugee—worked seven days a week to ensure that.

Elizabeth has been a resident of Franklin, TN, and Ward 4 since 2009. Elizabeth moved to Tennessee, first for a career in the music industry.

Alaina Reaves is a veteran community organizer who is passionate about building connections and engaging with her community. As a lifelong.

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Lawson has lived in Portland since 2014, and currently calls North Deering home. Being active in the community and local government has.

Alfredo is a nonprofit organizer with experience in helping community stakeholders engage groups historically left out of the political.

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Caseen is a lifelong Hackensack resident and voice for change in his community. After triple-majoring in English, Journalism, and American.

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Nick is running for Wyandotte City Council. Growing up he quickly learned that serving others was our duty as fellow people. From his Dad.

Community leader Mary is running for City Council of Wylie, Texas. Mary is most devoted to issues and policy changes related to community.

Junior is passionate and motivated by his community, determined to improve the lives of each Grand Prairie resident. He has served as a.

Alison is a second-generation public school teacher, a mom, and a progressive running for City Council in Denton, Texas. As a teacher.

Ariela is a candidate for Castleberry ISD School Board. She is a college access professional, community organizer, and doctoral student with.

Hosanna is an organizer running to represent her home district in the Dallas City Council. Hosanna was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and.

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Mina is a data scientist and lifelong community organizer running for Hutto Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees. Hutto ISD a.

Ali was born and raised in Amarillo, TX which heightens her passion for the care of its citizens. She recently graduated from Columbia.

Janneke is an activist and advocate who fights for social equity and climate justice in central Texas. In walking the streets of Round Rock.

Diana is a Texas transplant with business acumen and a heart for community service. Having chosen to make Arlington her home nearly a decade.

Roxanne is running for Fort Worth ISD School Board to champion the needs of all students and ensure that its schools are a place where all.

Dr. Jared Williams grew up in southwest Fort Worth and was raised by two working parents: both were public school teachers, and his dad a.

Chelsea is a Grand Prairie transplant, who loves serving and helping her community. Moving to the city, from Atlanta, because it was close to.

Clayton is a rancher, beekeeper, former teacher, former water researcher, author, and a community organizer with Jim Hightower. He is running.

Adam was elected June 2019 as the youngest person to ever serve on the Dallas City Council. For the past two years, he has been delivering.

Jennifer is a music educator with 17 years of experience as a children's choir director, musical theatre instructor, classroom music teacher.

Adopted to a family of working parents struggling to make ends meet, Paige overcame poverty and homelessness. Her family filled her with.

Nassat is ready to bring a fresh perspective, and nearly a decade of community service leadership experiences, to City Hall. Originally born.

Stephanie is a Business Executive in Corporate America; she helps grow businesses through strategic initiatives. Stephanie is the elected.

Mark is an educator, advocate, and a life-long District 3 resident who is proud to be in the race to serve as the next councilman. Mark has.

Rafael, 37, currently serves as a Judson ISD Trustee for the District 7 At-Large seat. He is a father, EdTech executive, small business.

Cydnei is a proud Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD parent, nonprofit leader, and lifelong resident of Texas. She is a wife, mother, and.

Gabrien is an Army Reserve officer, community and campaign organizer, and service industry worker. He is running for San Antonio City Council.

Crystal is an educator committed to creating opportunities that are not present in the community she grew up in. As a daughter of immigrant.

Elizabeth is a single mother, veteran, lawyer, community leader. At seventeen, Elizabeth enlisted in the Army Reserves. In 2005, she deployed.

Bryan is running as a candidate for Rockford's 4th Ward. He was born and raised in the Rockford area and graduated from Rock Valley College.

Mary Ann is uniquely qualified to serve as South Miami Commissioner as a native of the South Miami area, a resident of South Miami for over 8.

Rachel is First Generation American, daughter of a Marine, a wife, mother and a leader in her community. She is environmentalist and true.

Patrick is an educator who decided to run for City Council to make sure that Bloomington isn’t just serving the needs of the affluent and.

Kelby is a townie, a longtime Ward 7 resident, a husband, and a father to an adopted dog named Frank. He never thought he would run for.

Ricardo is running for IL Cook County District 204 school board because he wants to give a strong voice for equity in achievement and access.

Arjun has been a resident of Aurora, IL for almost decade now. He has been an activist for progressive issues like environmentalism and labor.

Gavin is a former student of McLean County's Unit 5 School District and is running because he believes that he can make important and lasting.

Andrea is a communicator and public servant with diverse experience in public health, human rights, public policy, and education. She is.

Nathaniel is running for Palatine Township Trustee because he believes in the need for good governance and is dedicated to standing up for.

Brian has lived in Lombard Village, District 1 for eight years. His wife Diana actually grew up not too far from where they are trying to.

Anne was born and raised in South St. Louis City, where she is running for office. She received a Politics and Environmental Studies degree.

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Molly is a speech pathologist, mom and lifelong Oklahoman. She graduated from Edmond Memorial High School and went on to earn a dual degree.

Chaundra is a public health professional and community leader, working in both nonprofit and government organizations. Her work has focused.

David was born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin, which instilled in him the strong progressive values that motivate him to serve in.

Chama is an economic and racial justice community organizer who specializes in building coalitions. She’s running to be Mayor of Peoria; a.

Maia, 33, has been a grass-roots activist since her teens, following in the footsteps of her grandmother who fought inequities since the time.

Jeremy is a father, a devoted husband, and a passionate advocate for the city of Joliet, IL. He got involved in politics two years ago to.

RJ is running for School Committee in Milford, Massachusetts because he cares about and loves his town and wants to give back where he sees.

Nashra is currently attending DePaul University where she is majoring in Management Information Systems and minoring in Community Service.

Bryan works as a research analyst in the baseball operations department of the Chicago Cubs. He earned a doctorate in electrical engineering.

Heather is a candidate for City Council, General Seat A in Springfield, MO. In volunteer roles and as a professional, Heather has dedicated.

Kevin is running for Edwardsville Township Supervisor because our community can do more to help the people struggling in the Township.

Harrison is 23 years old. He is an educator, activist and community organizer. Harrison identifies as queer and has fought and continues to.

From the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Amy is excited to invest in her community by running for village trustee of Orland Park, where she.

Stacy grew up in a small working class town with humble beginnings. As the first in her family to attend college, Stacy received her.

Juliana is currently in her junior year at UW-Madison and pursuing degrees in Political Science and Finance. Originally from a suburb of.

Sandra is a former teacher, community organizer, and doctoral student. She worked as a high school Spanish teacher in Aurora, having.

Ian has over 16 years of experience in education, disability and blind rehabilitation services, counseling, administration, and public.

Alisha was born and raised in the Gateway to the West, Saint Louis, Missouri. She is an unabashed mental health advocate and an impassioned.

Carl is running for Seat G on the Anchorage School Board. The Anchorage School District (ASD) is Alaska’s largest, and one of the most.

Nathaniel is a 3rd generation Village of Maywood homeowner, with his family being residents of Maywood since 1961. He currently serves as.

Gail lives in Wilmette, IL with her husband, David, and two children. She was elected to a four-year term as New Trier Township Trustee in.

Marche` selflessly served this great nation as a member of The United States Army. During her time in service, Johnson dedicated her life to.

Madeline is a student, political advocate, and lifelong resident of Newton. She has served as the Political Director of March For Our Lives.

Kerri-Ann is running for City of Miramar Commission Seat 1 to ensure that residents have a seat at the table when city-wide decisions are.

A lifelong resident of Southeast Queens, Selvena has devoted her life to fighting and delivering for women and working people. She is the.

Megan spent the past twelve years of her life working in public service. For six of those years, she learned the importance of compassion and.

When Moumita was eight years old, her family immigrated from Bangladesh to Queens. Like most working-class families in her district, Moumita.

Sean has lived his entire life in Northwest Ohio. Born into a working-class family, he has seen first-hand the slow dilapidation of the.

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