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The Politico 50: Emily Cherniack

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
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New Politics Founder Emily Cherniack's Journey from Political Newcomer to a Prominent Campaign Force

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
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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-ENDORSED CANDIDATE JAMES TALARICO WINS U.S. SENATE PRIMARY IN TEXAS

NEW POLITICS-ENDORSED CANDIDATE JAMES TALARICO WINS U.S. SENATE PRIMARY IN TEXAS

"Talarico’s Historic Victory Cements New Politics’ Model for Investing in Servant Leadership"
March 5, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES DAN HELMER FOR CONGRESS IN VIRGINIA'S 7TH DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES DAN HELMER FOR CONGRESS IN VIRGINIA'S 7TH DISTRICT

"Dan Helmer, a West Point graduate and veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, has proven himself as an effective state legislator and embodies the battle-tested leadership that New Politics champions."
February 27, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES EILEEN LAUBACHER FOR CONGRESS IN COLORADO'S 4TH DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES EILEEN LAUBACHER FOR CONGRESS IN COLORADO'S 4TH DISTRICT

"A 34-year Navy veteran, Laubacher served as Defense Attaché to India and Senior Director for South Asia on the National Security Council, embodying the principled, mission-focused leadership that New Politics seeks to elevate."
February 25, 2026
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Three New Politics-Endorsed Candidates Named to DCCC's ‘Red to Blue’ Program

Three New Politics-Endorsed Candidates Named to DCCC's ‘Red to Blue’ Program

"Selection of Candidates to Highly Competitive Program Demonstrates that the Path to Flipping the House in 2026 Runs Through New Politics-Supported Races"
February 23, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES SHENNA BELLOWS FOR GOVERNOR OF MAINE

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES SHENNA BELLOWS FOR GOVERNOR OF MAINE

"Bellows, a dedicated public servant who has served her community through AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps, and currently serves as Maine's 50th and first female Secretary of State, represents the principled servant leadership that New Politics aims to uplift."
February 12, 2026
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New Politics Endorses Alex Vindman For U.S. Senate In Florida

New Politics Endorses Alex Vindman For U.S. Senate In Florida

"A dedicated public servant, retired Army Lieutenant Colonel, and Purple Heart recipient who served 22 years in uniform, Alex exemplifies the principled servant leadership that is at the heart of New Politics' mission."
January 27, 2026
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Our candidates in the news

Can Democratic veterans running for Congress reclaim the patriotism narrative from the GOP?

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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Rebecca Bennett Wins New Jersey House Primary to Take On Thomas Kean Jr.

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
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Vindman raises $8.2M for Democratic Florida Senate bid

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
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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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