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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 2d

We’ve added an exciting new update to the #NALAF New American Candidate Database! 📣 All 2025 New Americans running in mayoral races have been added.

To learn more and download our database, please visit bit.ly/nalaf-nacd

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 3d

ICYMI: Our endorsed candidate, Councilor Julia Mejia, won her September primary! 📣 We know she'll continue to do great things on the Boston City Council. If you’d like to support her work, please join her at one of her upcoming events and mobilize your community!

RSVP at the link below! ⬇️

Volunteer for Julia Mejia for Boston City Council!

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New American Leaders @newamericanld.bsky.social · 5d

Happy #NationalVoterEducationWeek! 🗳 With so many strict, confusing, and changing voter ID laws across the country, registering to vote is just the first step to casting a ballot that counts.

To learn more and share your knowledge, visit VoteRiders.org/Check

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 17d

Thank you to Debra Shigley for stepping up to run for Georgia State Senate, District 21!

We're proud of the campaign you ran to ensure affordability and accessible healthcare for families in your district. Your dedication in galvanizing your community will always be inspiring!

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 19d

Applications for 2025 NALAF endorsements close this Wednesday, September 24th at 11:59pm ET! 📝 2026 candidates are welcome to apply.

👉🏽 To learn more and apply, visit bit.ly/NALAF25Endorsements

#NALAF #DemocracyNeedsImmigrants #RunForOffice

Are you a New American running for office? Apply for the NALAF Endorsement!

September 24: Final 2025 Deadline
2026 Candidates welcome to apply

bit.ly/NALAF25Endorsements

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 22d

"Like many New Americans, @mussabali.bsky.social has demonstrated a resilience and commitment to the residents of Jersey City that is so needed right now. We’re excited to see what this visionary leader would bring to the mayorship,” noted #NALAF CEO and President Ghida Dagher.

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 23d

Congratulations to @jguzmanlaw.bsky.social on winning his preliminary elections for Lawrence School Committee! 🎉 He now advances to the General Election on November 4th. Let’s continue mobilizing our communities to show up for Jonathan!

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 23d

Congratulations to Will Mbah on winning his municipal preliminary election for Somerville City Council, At Large! 🎉 He now heads to the General Election on November 4th. Let’s keep the momentum up for this proven leader!

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 25d

"Councilor at-large Will Mbah is endorsed for reelection by the New American Leaders Action Fund. Mbah is the only candidate from Somerville endorsed by the group."

Now and always, we are proud to support first- and second-generation Americans become the leaders that our communities deserve! #NALAF

Somerville elections: Tuesday is the preliminary and a party in Davis; endorsements continue - Cambridge Day

These political notes cover details of Tuesday’s preliminary election, a musical event to enjoy while awaiting results and endorsements for four candidates.

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 25d

Municipal preliminary elections for Lawrence School Committee are TODAY! 📣 Let’s show up for Jonathan Guzman as he runs to continue creating safe and inclusive spaces for all the students in the Lawrence Public Schools!

Check your polling times and location: www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/el...

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 25d

Sommerville’s municipal preliminary elections are TODAY, September 16th! 📣 We’re sending our best to our endorsed candidate Will Mbah as he runs to continue creating a more accessible and diverse Sommerville!

To vote, be sure to check your polling times and location: votesomerville.org

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League of Women Voters of the US @lwvus.bsky.social · 25d

Happy #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! The League is so proud to partner with NVRD to make sure every eligible voter knows that there is no such thing as an ‘off year’ when it comes to democracy🫶

Already registered to vote? Check your voter registration at VOTE411.org! 🗳

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 26d

Please give it up for these 21 dedicated New American candidates doing the most to strengthen our democracy at the mayoral, city council and school board levels! 🥳 To learn more about these exceptional candidates and their work, visit nalaf.org/2025-endorsed-candidates

#NALAF #PeopleLikeUs

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 26d

We’re excited to endorse @quinnforferndale.bsky.social for Ferndale City Council, At-Large! 🎉 For many years, Zeagler has been an active member of the Ferndale community. In recognition of her commitment to volunteerism, she was honored with the award of Ferndale’s Citizen of the Year in 2024.

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 26d

We’re excited to endorse Gabrielle Dunai for Hudsonville City Council District 1! 🎉Her grassroots approach to campaigning emphasizes community-driven dialogue so that residents, particularly those who've been excluded, can see their needs reflected in their city commissioner.

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 26d

We’re thrilled to endorse Erika Carlsen for Salt Lake City City Council, District 5! 🎉Having worked for many community-serving nonprofits, she knows firsthand the power of community-centered change. Among others, she aims to address housing affordability and public safety issues.

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 26d

We’re excited to endorse Roberto Torres for Mayor of Toledo! 🎉 Torres is determined to correct policies and regulations that disproportionately harm the city’s minorities, immigrants and refugees. Torres strives to create a more welcoming and economically robust Toledo.

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 26d

We’re excited to endorse @alexforabq.bsky.social for Mayor of Albuquerque! 🎉 As the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico, Uballez coordinated election protection efforts with the New Mexico Secretary of State and prosecuted those who sought to undermine democratic processes.

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · 26d

We’re excited to endorse Minnesota State Representative @kaohlyforstp.bsky.social for Mayor of Saint Paul! 🎉 If elected she would be the first woman Mayor of Saint Paul and the first Hmong-American Mayor of a major American city.

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · Sep 10

Congratulations to Mohammad Faraj on winning the primary elections for Cleveland City Council, Ward 7! ✨ He now advances to the November General Election. Let’s keep the momentum going for Mo!

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · Sep 10

Exciting news: @ruthzee.bsky.social was once again the top vote-getter in Boston’s preliminary elections for Boston City Council, At-Large! 🌟 She now advances to the November General Election. Let’s continue showing up for Ruthzee!

Council President Ruthzee Louijeune @ruthzee.bsky.social · Sep 10

Thank you, Boston! We topped the at-large ticket last night!

The work does not stop. We push forward til November. We still need YOU!

And I’m proud to be the daughter of two people who, starting from zero, chose Boston as home, and who’ve taught me everything I know about hard work.

Onward! 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · Sep 10

Congratulations to Councilor Julia Mejia on finishing second in Boston’s preliminary elections for Boston City Council, At-Large! ✨ She now heads to the November General Election. Let’s keep the momentum up for Julia!

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · Sep 10

Congratulations to @wutrain.bsky.social who won 72% of the votes in Boston’s preliminary election for mayor! 🥳 She now heads to the November General Election. Let’s get loud for Michelle!

Michelle Wu 吳弭 @wutrain.bsky.social · Sep 10

Thank you, Boston 🙏

Mayor Michelle Wu opens her arms to hug her family on stage.

Mayor Wu speaks on stage next to an ASL interpreter with purple lights and signage around her.

Supporters stand together at the rally holding "Re-elect Michelle WU Mayor of Boston" signs.

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New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · Sep 10

We’re thrilled to endorse Juan Mendoza for Atlanta City Council, Post 1 At- Large! 🎉He has advocated for fair housing, transportation, access to fresh food, healthcare, education, and economic mobility. If elected, he would become the first Latino to serve on the Atlanta City Council.

New American Leaders Action Fund @nalactionfund.bsky.social · Sep 10

We’re proud to endorse our NAL alumna @erenbrumley.bsky.social for Roswell City Council, Ward 5! 🎉 As a longtime resident of Roswell, she is dedicated to her community and has advocated for New Americans and working families in the community and the greater Atlanta area.

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