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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 1h

I learned a lot about the first amendment thru that process... amandalitman.substack.com/p/rep-max-mi...

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Rep. Max Miller made me delete a tweet

Some thoughts...

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 1h

Can confirm! www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 19h

Attention, people who do fundraising: @runforsomething.net is looking for a major gifts manager -- help us find the best person! workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/defau...

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Recruitment

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

When we say compete everywhere, we mean it. Find the rest of our folks: directory.runforsomething.net

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

IN: Lee Castillo is a lifelong Fort Wayne resident, Army National Guard veteran, former teacher, and city employee. He's running for Allen County Council against Republican Don Wyss, in a county Trump won by 12. lee4me.com

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Lee4me

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

AR: Dan Holtmeyer spent five years covering Northwest Arkansas for the Democrat-Gazette, then started a native plant nursery in Rogers. Now he's running against Republican Rep. John Carr for the state House. danholtmeyerforar.com

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Dan for State Rep. | Get Involved Today

I'm running for Arkansas House District 15 to stand up for Rogers, protect our democratic process and help make life better in Northwest Arkansas.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

MD: Anthony Lyon grew up in a Republican family in Ohio, moved to Bel Air in 2022, and at 28 is running for an open House of Delegates seat in Harford County. The Republican who's retiring won it with 61% last time. anthonylyon.com

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Anthony Lyon for Delegate, District 34B

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

PA: Brad Chambers was raised by a single mom in Lancaster County and works as a labor administrator. He's taking on Republican Rep. Brett Miller in a county Trump won by 16, and every seat Democrats flip pads a one-seat House majority. bradforpa.com

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Brad Chambers for PA State House District 41

Elect Brad Chambers to expand Democrats’ majority in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 2024. People-focused leadership for HD-41 in Lancaster County, serving East Hempfield, West Hempfield,...

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

WA: Chelsea Dimas grew up in the Yakima Valley and lost this state House seat to Gloria Mendoza in 2024. In this August's non-partisan primary she pulled 43% to Mendoza's 51%. Now it's the rematch, in a county Trump won by 14. chelseaforwa.com

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Chelsea Dimas for State Rep (D)

The official campaign page for Chelsea Dimas. Daughter of immigrant farmworkers from México. Servant leader. Running for State Representative pa’ servir a TODOS.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

IA: India May is the person who shouted "People will die!" at Joni Ernst's town hall over Medicaid cuts. She's a nurse, a small-town library director, and a county death investigator, and she's taking on Rep. Charley Thomson for the Iowa House. mayforiowa.com

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India May's Campaign for Iowa House District 58 | May for Iowa

India May is a Northeast Iowa nurse, public library director, county death investigator, and lifelong advocate for disability rights. She’s running for Iowa House District 58 in Chickasaw, Floyd, Brem...

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

MO: Katelyn Zach is 25 and works as a case manager for a Springfield nonprofit serving people experiencing homelessness. She says she decided to run because her state rep sponsored Missouri's new push to ban abortion again. katelynzach.com

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Citizens for Katelyn Zach | political candidate | Springfield, MO, USA

Political Candidate, Katelyn Zach, running for Missouri House District 133. Check out how to get involved with Citizens for Katelyn Zach and why she is running.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

AR: Michael Ankton got elected to his county's Quorum Court at 20 (with our backing!). Now 25, he's running for Clark County Judge, the county's top executive. It's an open seat in a county Trump won by 20, and he's the only Democrat in the race. anktonforcountyjudge.com

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 21h

A quick thread on 8 @runforsomething.net candidates running in places Trump won by roughly 10 to 25 points -- seats where a good candidate can capitalize on a wave election...

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 14/10/2026

Something is happening. Data centers are becoming a local campaign issue. Candidates are paying attention. We’re helping them run. Want to join them? runforwhat.net

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

This week’s @runforsomething.net feel-good update: A run down of our newest endorsements, who we’ve got on the ballot next month, an amazing story about renters running for office and more. rfsfeelgoodupdates.substack.com/p/rfs-feel-g...

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RFS feel-good update (10/13): Final 2026 endorsements!

48 new leaders to root for

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Lisa Tozzi @lisatozzi.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Smart advice from @amandalitman.bsky.social Even the best pollsters will tell you: Polls do not predict the future. They are a snapshot in time, at best. At worst, they are a broken instrument that has regularly misled people and poorly set expectations. amandalitman.substack.com/p/what-you-n...

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What you need to know about the polls

Spoiler: Nothing

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Craig @craigdye.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

This is good guidance from someone on the ‘other side’ of the polls. Yes, they mean something; but only when looked at from a little distance.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

In my personal newsletter: You (almost certainly) don't need to pay attention to the polls! They do not serve you. Here's what you *do* need to know and what to do with that info. amandalitman.substack.com/p/what-you-n...

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What you need to know about the polls

Spoiler: Nothing

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

A quick update on @runforsomething.net endorsement criteria for 2027 & beyond (!!): With millennials getting older, we're expanding our age limits to anyone born in 1981 or after (as opposed to a hard cap at 40.)

For 10 years, Run for Something has been committed to recruiting and supporting the next generation of local leaders. In the beginning, our age requirement for receiving an endorsement included the vast majority of potential millennial and Gen Z candidates. But as we’ve all grown older, it’s time to expand that age criteria, especially as many of us across generations still continue to face the same challenges: student debt, climate instability, and rising prices. We also know that there are real world barriers that delay many from running for office – especially for women and people of color.
Because of this, today we’re excited to share that Run for Something will now consider candidates for endorsements who were born in 1981 or later – to include anyone millennial and Gen Z. This update also applies to the resources and mentorship programs for prospective candidates in our RFS Community previously available to only those under 40.

As we update our eligibility guidelines to be more equitable and inclusive, our mission remains unchanged. We are committed more than ever to recruiting and supporting young candidates, and first-time candidates in particular, who power change in their communities and build the bench for the next generation of candidates ready for higher office.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

"Do not get suckered by someone who tells you, “Candidate X won, so that proves all Democrats should come from Candidate X’s wing of the party.” Or, “You can’t be a good candidate if you have views X, Y, and Z.” Those are exactly the wrong lessons of 2026." www.thebulwark.com/p/these-demo...

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These Democrats Are Good, Actually

The candidate gap is real. And it’s spectacular.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

If vouchers are a live issue in a community, chances are pretty good there's a @runforsomething.net candidate running against them. It's one of the most common education issues we see people tackle. www.nytimes.com/2026/10/07/o...

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Opinion | Billionaires Love This School Policy. Many Regular Parents Hate It. (Gift Article)

In Texas and Iowa, Democrats are successfully tying universal school vouchers to corruption.

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Campaign to Elect Kendrick Slan @kslan.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I’m proud to announce that I have been formally endorsed by @runforsomething.net “RFS is committed to changing what leadership looks like in communities across the country, and Kendrick Slan is at the forefront of that movement,” said @amandalitman.bsky.social, Founder & President of RFS

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Job alert: @runforsomething.net is hiring a senior director of communications & marketing. This is a super important job; help us find the best person for the role. workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/defau...

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Recruitment

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 06/10/2026

Meet the 48 candidates in our October endorsement class running for local and state office across the country. They include 25 red-to-blue opportunities. They're ready to work for their communities, and we're ready to help them. Meet the class here → bit.ly/3VlZbXQ

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Meet Run for Something’s October Endorsement Class: These Candidates Are Coming for Red Seats

Today, Run for Something is proud to endorse 48 candidates running for local and state office across 22 states. This class includes 25…

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Lotta people out here yapping about changing the Democratic Party, investing in long-shot races, competing everywhere, bringing in new leaders -- I am SO SO SO proud that the Run for Something team is actually doing the work to make that a reality.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Some additional stats just about our 211 red to blue candidates in 43 states: 139 are running for state leg, 55 for municipal office, 13 for education & 4 for legal offices. 75% of them are first-time candidates. 60% are low-income, 55% are women, 63% are people of color. 30% are LGBTQ+.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

We've already had 17 people this year win special elections or earlier generals -- we'll be tracking 392 more candidates on November 3rd.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Our grand total for 2026 is now 535 candidates in 47 states. 53% are running for state leg, 35% for municipal office, 9% for education, & 3% for legal offices. 50% are women, 51% are people of color, 58% are low-income. 35% are renters. 20% are gen Z. 211 could flip seats red to blue.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Elect! More! Renters! www.marketwatch.com/story/locked...

America's renters are emerging as a
political movement
Housing policy has long prioritized homeownership. As young Americans face the prospect of renting indefinitely, more tenants are seeking political clout.

Political groups are harnessing this angst. In early 2025, Run For Something, an organization that recruits and trains progressive millennial and Gen Z candidates for state and local office, launched an initiative that aims to get more renters elected.
Historically, candidates focused on policies like down-payment assistance that can make buying a house more affordable, but today, more 20- and 30-somethings are staring down at years or even decades of renting. "If you're only talking about making it easier to buy a home, young people are going to tune you outạỊAmanda Litman, co-founder of Run for Something, told MarketWatch. "When you get renters into office, it changes the tenor of debateẠỊ
Litman and other Run for Something staffers first began noticing that candidates in their pipeline were identifying themselves as renters around 2023. In some cases, people interested in running weren't sure if renting would be detrimental to their candidacy. After the activity surrounding the 2024 presidential election died down, Run for Something decided it made sense to build off momentum from areas like Minneapolis, Cambridge, Mass. and Austin, Texas, where elected renters had some success shitting zoning and other policy to be more renter-friend

Even beyond policy prescriptions, having renter candidates embrace their tenant identity has been useful for connecting with young voters, Litman said.
If a candidate rents, it may telegraph to a voter where they are on the class spectrum, what generation they're in and the kinds of affordability challenges they're dealing with, she said.
"It's a way to signal 'I'm one of you, I get it, I live life the way that you do," she added. "I feel that sense of instability. I feel that sense of lack of access to the American DreamỊi

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

From NPR: Voters are using chatbots to figure out who to vote for. www.npr.org/2026/10/05/n... We started hearing about this back in 2025 -- so we built a tool to help campaigns prepare for our new reality getcampsight.ai

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People are asking ChatGPT to help them decide how to vote in the midterms

Voters are already voting in the midterms. This year, some voters are trying something new to get ready for the election: asking AI to help research their ballot and even decide who to vote for.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

I'd suggest take whatever you plan on giving and do half to a state or local candidate and half to an org that you want to exist & thrive post-election day.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

While House & Senate candidates are raising record amounts of $$, basically everything else in the Democratic ecosystem is struggling for cash. Gov races, state leg races, infrastructure groups, voter reg, comms efforts -- all of it. Invest smarter in the final stretch.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

This week's @runforsomething.net feel-good update: Four candidates who reflect the big tent we're building -- plus amazing updates from across this community. rfsfeelgoodupdates.substack.com/p/rfs-feel-g...

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RFS feel-good update (10/5): “I get to swear an oath to my community”

Happy October!

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Been looking back at the early @runforsomething.net docs lately - in the plan we put out on 1/20/2017, we said: We need authentic candidates who fit the place they were running; we would not play purity police. Back then, this was a hot take. Now it's conventional wisdom. Wild!

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

We threw my kids a birthday party today so my husband made the girls an unhinged Elsa cake that perfectly reflects how I’m feeling these days.

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Needhi Bhalla 💅🏽 @needhibhalla.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

“Every single mom chat I’m in is talking about this story. Many of the women are noting: Their husbands hadn’t even heard about this story. The mens’ group chats aren’t blowing up on it. It’s not all over their feeds. I resent this, too.” SAME

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Mike, Lost in the Labyrinth @thenakedvine.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Essential reading.

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lpoynton16 @lpoynton16.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

ALL of this. Perfectly captures the sheer rage we are feeling.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

In my personal newsletter this week: 16 thoughts on what happened at Cornell. amandalitman.substack.com/p/on-cornell

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16 thoughts on what happened at Cornell

I don’t have an essay. Just rage.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The lovely crew at NY United for Childcare are running a survey to gather intel as they prepare to push for year-round full day (!!) 3K and preK - take it and share widely! www.united4childcare.org/aftercare-su...

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After Care Survey — New Yorkers United for Child Care

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Happy October! @runforsomething.net has a $330k budget gap between now and Halloween. That's a lot -- but it's doable. Every dollar helps win now & build for the future. secure.actblue.com/donate/20260...

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Donate to Run for Something PAC!

Show your support with a contribution.

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

First of the month means book reviews! Everything I read in September, with thoughts. amandalitman.substack.com/p/september-...

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September book review

16 great books to distract you from everything going on

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Molly Jong-Fast @mollyjongfast.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Talked to @amandalitman.bsky.social youtu.be/zjPENWrV6aM?...

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Amanda Litman @amandalitman.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Interesting development on the way ChatGPT talks about candidates (h/t @jordanahaines.bsky.social, whose monitoring all this using the @runforsomething.net AEO tool, CampSight.)

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