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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 1d

This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we’re celebrating RFS candidates Katherine Cabral, Clara Martinez, and Talia Rodriguez—leaders running to make school boards and city councils more reflective of their communities.

You could be next → runforwhat.net

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 1d

Calling all moms: Run Like a Mama! Join RFS + VoteMama on Oct 15 (1–2pm ET) to learn what it takes to run for office while parenting. Sign up: bit.ly/RunMama

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 2d

PSA New Orleans: it's primary election time on Saturday, October 11! 🗳️

RFS candidates Danyelle Christmas (District E) and @bob4districta.bsky.social (District A) are ready to lead with heart and vision for their communities.

Let’s send some love — and votes — their way. 💪

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 2d

www.cnn.com/2025/09/28/u...

Portland’s city leaders and residents are pushing back against ICE. Now Trump is sending in troops | CNN

A day after President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, the mayor of Portland, Oregon, knew that a “sanctuary city” like his was going to have a bumpy four years ahead.

www.cnn.com

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 2d

www.nytimes.com/2025/09/28/u...

Trump Again Focuses on Portland as an Avatar of the Left

www.nytimes.com

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 2d

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Brennan Calls for New Jersey to Withhold Federal Taxes, Seize Trump’s Bedminster Golf Course - Insider NJ

Earlier today, the Trump administration announced it was freezing billions of dollars in already approved federal funding for the Gateway Tunnel project and the Second Ave. subway to punish New Jersey...

www.insidernj.com

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 2d

@katiebrennan.bsky.social
@candaceavalos.bsky.social
@councilormorillo.bsky.social

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 2d

Leaders like Katie Brennan, Candace Avalos, and Angelita Morillo aren’t backing down. 💥

When Trump freezes billions meant for NJ transit and stonewalls cities like Portland, they fight back — with clarity, courage, and zero illusions about what’s at stake.

This is what real leadership looks like.

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 3d

From Zohran Mamdani in NYC to @justinmbibb.bsky.social in OH, @joedalia.bsky.social in NV, and @jamestalarico.bsky.social in TX, young leaders are rewriting what politics looks like. A new generation is taking charge with fresh ideas and zero patience for being told to “wait your turn.”

Opinion | Win or Lose, It’s Zohran Mamdani’s Political World Now

www.nytimes.com

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 3d

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 3d

Banned Books Week isn’t just about what’s on the shelf—it’s about who’s making those calls. Read the books. Rage at the bans.

Then run for office and change it. 👉 runforwhat.net

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 3d

Join us TONIGHT for our September Candidate Introduction Call! If you haven't joined an intro call before, this call will help you navigate Run For Something's resources.

8pm ET/5pm PT
RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/runforsomething/event/825021?RFSdigi

Candidate Introduction Call · Run for Something

Join Run For Something on Wednesday, September 17th from 8-9pm ET to learn about taking your next steps in running for local office. You’ll hear directly from Run for Something leaders and former ca...

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 4d

🚨BIG WIN: RaShon Young just became the first Gen Z Democrat elected to the FL Legislature.

Officials left him off sample ballots.
Kamala won this seat by 35 pts.
RaShon? He crushed the GOP by 50 — a 15-pt swing toward Dems.

The future is here. ✊🏾 #RunForSomething

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 4d

It’s #NationalVoterEducationWeek. 🗳️ This is your reminder that voting isn’t just about showing up, it’s about knowing what’s on your ballot.

Learn your local issues, find your polling place, and make a plan to vote.

An informed voter is a powerful one.

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 4d

24-year-old @samformarietta.bsky.social isn’t waiting his turn, he’s taking it. He’s challenging Marietta’s longtime mayor and could make history as the city’s first Black, first Gen Z mayor—the youngest ever elected in the city. The future isn’t coming later—it’s on the ballot now.

AROUND TOWN: Youth vs. experience: Foster challenges Mayor Tumlin in heated Marietta race

The Marietta mayoral race is heating up as candidate Sam Foster has turned to punchy videos on TikTok and Instagram to sharpen his challenge to longtime incumbent Steve “Thunder” Tumlin.

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 5d

40% of state legislative races in 2024 went uncontested. 😳

That means voters didn’t even get a choice in nearly half the state legislative races in the country.

We can’t afford to sit one out—every seat, every race, every ballot matters.

Let’s fill those empty spots. 🗳️ Run for office.

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 5d

From Jersey City to Seattle, young progressives energized by Zohran Mamdani campaign

Young progressives say Zohran Mandani's NYC campaign shows they can mobilize and win in major cities.

www.northjersey.com

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 5d

The Mamdani effect has officially hit Jersey City.

RFS ‘25 candidates @mussabali.bsky.social and @jakeephros.bsky.social are channeling that grassroots, working-class energy—talking rent, transit, and joy in politics.

No big money. No fear. Just people-powered change!

Be next. 🫵 Run for office.

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 6d

North Carolina: @elijahkingnc.bsky.social, Andrea Cazales, @shanetta4durham.bsky.social, and Mario Benavente are on your ballot Tuesday, October 7.

Local elections = local power.

Vote like your future depends on it (because it does).

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Run for Something @runforsomething.net · 8d

Rent due again?
Time to flip the script. Renters deserve a real say in housing policy and that means running for office. Join our Renters Call on October 9 (8pm ET).
RSVP: bit.ly/Oct9thRenters

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