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Jason Crow's Road From Paratrooper to Democratic Power Player

Jason Crow's Road From Paratrooper to Democratic Power Player

"Jason brings a servant leadership ethos and a soldier’s discipline to the job. He knows that voters want fighters who put their local communities first, not undying loyalty to partisan ideology."
July 26, 2026
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"A Crisis Moment": New Politics Launches $20 Million Push to Recruit Service-Oriented Candidate

"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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Groups Back Larson Challenger, Calling for Generational Change

Groups Back Larson Challenger, Calling for Generational Change

"Three outside political groups are backing Luke Bronin in his primary challenge to Representative John Larson, the 77-year-old Connecticut Democrat."
January 29, 1016
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Long-Suffering Texas Democrats Wonder: Is James Talarico the One?

Long-Suffering Texas Democrats Wonder: Is James Talarico the One?

"His guide then was Emily Cherniack, the founder of New Politics"
March 5, 2026
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NEW POLITICS IN THE NEWS

Tram Nguyen is being outspent. Don’t count her out

Tram Nguyen is being outspent. Don’t count her out

"New Politics endorsed Nguyen on Monday, a notable development in this district. The organization helped recruit and propel Seth Moulton in his long shot 2014 challenge against John Tierney."
July 28, 2026
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"A Crisis Moment": New Politics Launches $20 Million Push to Recruit Service-Oriented Candidate

"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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In Battle for House, Democrats Are Calling Up Military Recruits

In Battle for House, Democrats Are Calling Up Military Recruits

"Aware of its deeply unpopular national brand, the Democratic Party is turning to an unusually large crop of veterans to help it retake the House next year."
March 8, 2025
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A perfect storm is lining up for Texas Democrats

A perfect storm is lining up for Texas Democrats

New Politics-endorsed candidate James Talarico wins U.S. Senate primary in Texas
March 5, 2026
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Long-Suffering Texas Democrats Wonder: Is James Talarico the One?

Long-Suffering Texas Democrats Wonder: Is James Talarico the One?

"His guide then was Emily Cherniack, the founder of New Politics"
March 5, 2026
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Midterms heat up as Trump signals importance of 2026 elections

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
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Press Releases

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES SHEVRIN JONES FOR CONGRESS IN FLORIDA'S 24th CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES SHEVRIN JONES FOR CONGRESS IN FLORIDA'S 24th CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

"Shevrin Jones, a former high school teacher, AmeriCorps alum, community organizer, and Florida State Senator, has spent his career in service to the people of South Florida. New Politics has backed him since early in his public service career."
June 10, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE NANCY LACORE ADVANCES TO RUNOFF ELECTION IN SOUTH CAROLINA'S 1ST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE NANCY LACORE ADVANCES TO RUNOFF ELECTION IN SOUTH CAROLINA'S 1ST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

"Retired Three-Star Admiral Nancy Lacore advances to the runoff in the SC-01 Democratic primary."
June 9, 2026
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THREE ADDITIONAL NEW POLITICS-ENDORSED CANDIDATES ADDED TO DCCC'S 'RED TO BLUE' PROGRAM

THREE ADDITIONAL NEW POLITICS-ENDORSED CANDIDATES ADDED TO DCCC'S 'RED TO BLUE' PROGRAM

"With additions of Rebecca Bennett (NJ-07), Marni von Wilpert (CA-48), and Bale Dalton (FL-07), New Politics candidates now make up one-third of the DCCC's Red to Blue roster, proving the path to flipping the House runs through servant leaders."
June 5, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE MARNI VON WILPERT ADVANCES TO GENERAL ELECTION IN CALIFORNIA’S 48TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE MARNI VON WILPERT ADVANCES TO GENERAL ELECTION IN CALIFORNIA’S 48TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

"Returned Peace Corps Volunteer and San Diego City Councilmember, Marni von Wilpert placed in the top two in the CA-48 primary, securing her place in the general election in bid to flip the district."
June 3, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE REBECCA BENNETT WINS DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY FOR CONGRESS IN NEW JERSEY'S 7TH DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE REBECCA BENNETT WINS DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY FOR CONGRESS IN NEW JERSEY'S 7TH DISTRICT

"Former U.S. Navy helicopter pilot, health care leader, and mom of two, Rebecca Bennett, wins Democratic nomination in top-targeted swing district. New Politics was among the first national organizations to endorse Bennett when she launched her campaign last year, recognizing early that her record of service and unique profile made her Democrats’ strongest candidate to flip this perennial swing district."
June 2, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES CHRIS BACKEMEYER FOR CONGRESS IN NEBRASKA'S 1ST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES CHRIS BACKEMEYER FOR CONGRESS IN NEBRASKA'S 1ST CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

"Backemeyer, a career national security diplomat who served under both Democratic and Republican administrations and helped negotiate the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal, is precisely the kind of proven servant leader that New Politics recruits and supports."
May 21, 2026
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Our candidates in the news

Ryan Crosswell quit Trump's DOJ. Now his resignation letter is part of his stump speech for Congress

Ryan Crosswell quit Trump's DOJ. Now his resignation letter is part of his stump speech for Congress

"Ryan Crosswell, a former federal prosecutor, is running for Congress after resigning when the Trump administration dropped corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams."
December 12, 2025
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Military service gives Democratic candidates an edge

Military service gives Democratic candidates an edge

"Evan Munsing is a first-time politician navigating a crowded Democratic primary for Colorado's 8th Congressional District, one of the most contested seats in the nation."
December 3, 2025
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The Democratic veterans trying to repeat 2018

The Democratic veterans trying to repeat 2018

"Self-dubbed the “Hell Cats” after the first female Marines who served in World War I, four Democratic candidates hope their military experience and pragmatic approach to addressing affordability will help them win in competitive races."
November 17, 2025
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Opinion: This rising House Democrat is a voice for the angry middle

Opinion: This rising House Democrat is a voice for the angry middle

"Why I’m keeping an eye on the political trajectory of Jason Crow, a veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan."
November 13, 2025
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