Can Democratic veterans running for Congress reclaim the patriotism narrative from the GOP?
"New Politics recruits candidates with military backgrounds and has endorsed Bennett and Maasdam."
June 29, 2026
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Midterms heat up as Trump signals importance of 2026 elections
"President Trump is signaling the importance of the 2026 midterm elections for Republicans vying to keep power in Congress. Emily Cherniack, the founder and executive director of New Politics, joins CBS News with more on efforts to help Democrats win."
March 24, 2026
Long-Suffering Texas Democrats Wonder: Is James Talarico the One?
"His guide then was Emily Cherniack, the founder of New Politics"
March 5, 2026
"A Crisis Moment": New Politics Launches $20 Million Push to Recruit Service-Oriented Candidate
"New Politics, a group focused on supporting candidates from service backgrounds, is launching a multimillion-dollar effort to recruit thousands of candidates over the next four years. And the congressman co-chairing the effort said it comes as the country faces “a crisis moment in political leadership."
March 27, 2025
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The Politico 50: Emily Cherniack
"Fifty years ago, the majority of members of Congress had served in the military. Today, that figure is below 20 percent, and President Trump notably avoided serving in Vietnam with five draft deferrals. Boston-based political recruiter Emily Cherniack is trying to change that. “More than ever, we need proven leaders with courage, integrity and empathy to fix our politics,” she says."
November 18, 2025
Why the Sudden Surge in Veteran Candidates?
"Recently, several outside groups have formed to help veterans run for office, like this one, called New Politics. The group's founder, Emily Cherniack, wants to reverse the shift in Congress."
October 22, 2025
Take (New Politics) Class If You Want to Run for Office
"The conversations in that room were changing lives. And they might just change our politics."
October 28, 2025
The "Servant Leader": Adopting the "We Mindset"
"Imagine a not-too-distant future where every decision made by elected officials begins with the question “What is best for the country?”"
November 5, 2025
New Politics Founder Emily Cherniack's Journey from Political Newcomer to a Prominent Campaign Force
"The journey of New Politics founder Emily Cherniack from political newcomer to prominent campaign force."
November 12, 2025
Press Releases
NEW POLITICS CANDIDATE ZACH DEMBO WINS DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY IN KENTUCKY’S 6TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
"Former Navy JAG officer and federal prosecutor wins competitive primary as a first-time candidate in bid to flip Kentucky’s open 6th District; Recent polling released by New Politics showed Dembo tied with GOP nominee Ralph Alvarado. New Politics was the first national organization to endorse Dembo's campaign."
May 19, 2026
NEW POLITICS RE-ENDORSES 29 INCUMBENT SERVANT LEADERS FOR DOWNBALLOT RACES ACROSS THE COUNTRY IN 2026
"Each of these incumbents has earned the trust of their communities by governing with integrity, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to putting others first. New Politics is proud to continue its support of their re-election campaigns."
May 15, 2026
NEW POLLING SHOWS NEW POLITICS-BACKED SERVANT LEADER CANDIDATES BEST-POSITIONED TO FLIP KEY CONGRESSIONAL SEATS
"General election polling shows voters prefer candidates with military and service backgrounds to traditional politicians; New Politics candidates Matt Maasdam (MI-07) and Zach Dembo (KY-06) out-perform primary opponents in head-to-head general election matchups."
May 12, 2026
NEW POLITICS ENDORSES NANCY LACORE FOR CONGRESS IN SOUTH CAROLINA'S 1ST DISTRICT
"Nancy Lacore, a retired three-star admiral who served 35 years in the Navy, embodies the battle-tested servant leadership at the core of New Politics’ mission."
May 5, 2026
NEW POLITICS ENDORSES 27 SERVANT LEADERS FOR DOWNBALLOT RACES ACROSS THE COUNTRY IN 2026
"These servant leaders — running for offices ranging from state legislature to school board — have each demonstrated a deep and lasting commitment to service before self."
April 23, 2026
NEW POLITICS ENDORSES PAIGE COGNETTI FOR CONGRESS IN PENNSYLVANIA'S 8TH DISTRICT
"Paige Cognetti doesn't just talk about accountability, she's built her career around it. Now she's ready to take that fight to Washington, and that's exactly what the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania deserve. New Politics is proud to stand with Paige."
March 26, 2026
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Can Democratic veterans running for Congress reclaim the patriotism narrative from the GOP?
"New Politics recruits candidates with military backgrounds and has endorsed Bennett and Maasdam."
June 29, 2026
Rebecca Bennett Wins New Jersey House Primary to Take On Thomas Kean Jr.
“If this group of badass American patriots can get a political outsider — a 2010 Honda Accord-driving, Navy-veteran mom — to win in one of the most competitive primaries in the country, we are going to flip this seat,” Ms. Bennett said.
June 3, 2026
Vindman raises $8.2M for Democratic Florida Senate bid
"Alexander Vindman, the former National Security Council aide known for his role in President Donald Trump’s first impeachment, has raised $8.2 million since launching his Democratic bid for Senate in the Sunshine State."
April 2, 2026