Happy Friday, NALAF family!

We are thrilled to announce our next round of candidate endorsements and NALAF Champions! Our four newest endorsed candidates are based in Arizona and Michigan—two states where we have seen an uptick in New American voter participation and the number of New Americans running for office. These current and soon-to-be elected officials are at the center of that political shift, leading the charge to ensure that we have a more inclusive democracy.

Kamal Alsawafy is a first generation Iraqi American, New American Leaders alum, Michigan Army National Guard member, and Business Development Manager for Wayne County, who's running for the Dearborn City Council.

Michigan State Representative Alex Garza is a third generation Mexican American and New American Leaders alum and Elected Officials Network member, who's running to be the Mayor of Taylor, Michigan.

Michigan State Representative Abdullah Hammoud is a second generation Lebanese American and New American Leaders alum and Elected Officials Network member, who's running to be Mayor of his home city of Dearborn.

Andrés Portella III is a second generation Puerto Rican, community organizer, and public servant, who's running for the Tucson City Council to represent Ward 6.

We are also excited to introduce our second round of NALAF Champions!

This distinction recognizes New American candidates who have a track record of advocating for immigration and democracy reforms and share the values of inclusivity, accountability, and authenticity. NALAF Champions are committed to building a democracy that represents and includes all people and expanding civic engagement.

Nadia Hojjat is a second generation Iranian American and a progressive public defender, who has dedicated her life to serving New Americans and her Nevada community.

Dr. Anne Keke is a first generation Ivorian American and New American Leaders alumna, who's running for the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education in Colorado.

Kim-Khanh Van is a first generation Vietnamese American, former refugee, attorney, and current Renton City Councilmember, who's now running for the King County Council to represent District 9.

Please join us in supporting our newest endorsed candidates and NALAF Champions by checking out their Facebook and Twitter pages to find ways you can help their campaigns! 

Anne Flomenhaft
Political Coordinator
New American Leaders Action Fund

P.S. Want to help us empower even more New American candidates and build a democracy that represents and includes all people? Donate $10, $20, $50, or whatever you can!