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Run for Something’s 2026 Strategic Plan

Over the last nine years, Run for Something has changed what leadership looks like and means in America.

Jan 29

Run for Something’s 2026 Strategic Plan

Jan 29

56 Young Candidates Charting a New Path Forward in 2026

TL;DR: Run for Something just announced its latest slate of endorsements for the 2026 election cycle — backing 56 young, diverse, and…

Dec 18, 2025

56 Young Candidates Charting a New Path Forward in 2026

Dec 18, 2025

New Merch. Bigger Impact. A 2X Match That Fuels the Future.

Black Friday tends to feel like noise. Endless sales, endless scrolling, endless emails.

Nov 28, 2025

A graphic showcasing three pieces of Run for Something merch on bright color backgrounds. On the left is a navy blue baby onesie with a white “Future Candidate” megaphone design on an orange background. In the center is a black “Bold. Young. Local.” tote bag with blue and white lettering on a green background. On the right is a white mug with colorful “Run. Win. Repeat.” circles on a black background. The layout highlights the new merch collection available for purchase.

Nov 28, 2025

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Battle Up: Redrawing the Future of Democratic Power

While Republicans move to steal the map, we’re rewriting the entire playbook — building local power now to win the next decade.

Oct 23, 2025

A collage of diverse young leaders from across the United States — Run for Something alumni and candidates representing local offices in cities and towns nationwide. The image celebrates the launch of Battle Up, Run for Something’s five-year, $50 million plan to recruit progressive local candidates and expand the Democratic map before 2030.

Oct 23, 2025

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81 Leaders Transforming The Democratic Party

From history-making Gen Z mayors to civil rights champions, this class proves the next generation is already leading.

Sep 30, 2025

Collage of eight diverse Run for Something September 2025 endorsed candidates against colorful backgrounds. Text reads: “Run for Something September ’25 Endorsements.” The image highlights young, diverse leaders across the U.S. running for local office as part of RFS’ September endorsement class.

Sep 30, 2025

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54 Leaders Who Aren’t Waiting Their Turn — Meet RFS’ August Endorsements

From Gen Z mayors to bad-landlord busters, this month’s class is proof the next generation is already leading.

Aug 19, 2025

Collage of eight diverse Run for Something August 2025 endorsed candidates against bright color block backgrounds (blue, green, orange, black). Text reads: “Run for Something August ’25 Endorsements.”

Aug 19, 2025

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50 Reasons Not to Give Up on Politics: Meet RFS’s Latest 2025 Endorsement Class

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the chaos right now. The headlines are brutal. The threats to our rights are real. But here’s the thing…

Jul 8, 2025

50 Reasons Not to Give Up on Politics: Meet RFS’s Latest 2025 Endorsement Class

Jul 8, 2025

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51 Local Leaders Who Are Redefining Politics

This Isn’t Just an Endorsement Class — It’s a Movement!

May 15, 2025

51 Local Leaders Who Are Redefining Politics

May 15, 2025

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Run for Something’s 2025 Strategic Plan

When we launched Run for Something on January 20, 2017, we had a vision, a plan, and a website — we set out to recruit and support young…

Apr 22, 2025

Graphic text that reads: “RUN FOR SOMETHING 2025 Strategic Plan.” The words “Run For Something” appear in bold black font, and “2025 Strategic Plan” is in a bold orange font below it.

Apr 22, 2025

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Strengthening Communities: 37 Potential Pillars of the Community

Endorsing 37 progressive local and state candidates is a powerful step toward building a more inclusive, equitable future for our…

Mar 27, 2025

Strengthening Communities: 37 Potential Pillars of the Community

Mar 27, 2025

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Recruiting & supporting young people running for office. Building a Democratic bench. Want to help? Visit runforsomething.net

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