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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 LEELA GRAY FOR CONGRESS IN FLORIDA'S 13th CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES LEELA GRAY FOR CONGRESS IN FLORIDA'S 13th CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

"A retired Army Brigadier General who spent more than three decades in uniform, including two combat deployments, Gray has built a lifetime record of service that represents exactly who New Politics was created to support."
May 20, 2026
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NEW POLITICS CANDIDATE ZACH DEMBO WINS DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY IN KENTUCKY’S 6TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

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
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NEW POLITICS RE-ENDORSES 29 INCUMBENT SERVANT LEADERS FOR DOWNBALLOT RACES ACROSS THE COUNTRY IN 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
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NEW POLLING SHOWS NEW POLITICS-BACKED SERVANT LEADER CANDIDATES BEST-POSITIONED TO FLIP KEY CONGRESSIONAL SEATS

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
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES NANCY LACORE FOR CONGRESS IN SOUTH CAROLINA'S 1ST DISTRICT

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
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES 27 SERVANT LEADERS FOR DOWNBALLOT RACES ACROSS THE COUNTRY IN 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
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Our candidates in the news

Trump impeachment whistleblower Vindman raises $1.7M in first day of Florida Senate campaign

Trump impeachment whistleblower Vindman raises $1.7M in first day of Florida Senate campaign

"The Democratic candidate is vying to challenge GOP Sen. Ashley Moody, who was appointed to the Senate by Gov. Ron DeSantis."
January 28, 2026
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Hell Cats vs. Hegseth

Hell Cats vs. Hegseth

"Meet the military women who are fighting to win purple districts for the Democrats and put the defense secretary on notice."
January 13, 2026
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Could a group of women veteran ‘Hellcats’ help Democrats flip the House in 2026?

Could a group of women veteran ‘Hellcats’ help Democrats flip the House in 2026?

"Conley is part of the “Hellcats,” a group of four Democratic women with military backgrounds running for Congress in next year's midterm elections."
December 22, 2025
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They quit government to protest Trump. Now they are running for Congress to stop him

They quit government to protest Trump. Now they are running for Congress to stop him

"More than a half-dozen federal employees from departments including Justice, Veterans Affairs, State and Agriculture who quit or lost their jobs after the Trump administration swung a wrecking ball through their agencies are running for Congress as Democrats. Each has put their record of public service, and their experience during the opening months of Trump's second term, at the center of their campaign."
December 18, 2025
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