Hi John,
I’m Katie, the Director of Electoral Candidate Recruitment here at Contest Every Race.
Every year, tens of thousands of local elections go uncontested — leaving Republican candidates to win by default. At Contest Every Race, we’re working to change that by recruiting and supporting Democrats ready to step up and lead in their communities.
2026 filing deadlines are already right around the corner. Can I count on you to chip in $25 today before they close? [[link removed]]
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Our new Candidate Compass is a key part of that effort. It’s a step-by-step guide that walks aspiring candidates through everything from deciding whether to run, to filing and campaigning, to connecting with trusted local partners in all 50 states.
The Compass also busts the biggest myths that keep good people out of politics — reminding folks that you don’t need a law degree, a big personal network, or a lot of money to make a difference.
The truth? You just need the courage to start.
Since 2018, we’ve recruited over 11,000 Democrats to run for local office — and 43% of them have won. Tools like the Candidate Compass are how we get more Democrats on the ballot and into elected office.
We’ve already started recruiting candidates for the 2026 midterms and made the Candidate Compass available to those interested in running. But to keep building and sharing tools like this, we need your support.
Your donation today directly supports the tools, technology, and outreach that help us recruit Democrats in every district — and ensure no Republican runs unopposed.
Will you chip in $25 today to keep the Candidate Compass and help Democrats run in every district? Every dollar makes a difference. [[link removed]]
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Together, we can rebuild the Democratic bench and make sure every community has a Democrat on the ballot.
— Katie Whittington
Director of Electoral Candidate Recruitment
Rapid Resist Action
2045 W Grand Ave Ste B #31638
Chicago, IL 60612
United States
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