Hi there --
The Nationals won the World Series this year, so when I say that what I'm most grateful for is actually you, you should know that's a pretty big deal. But I mean it. Ross and I started Run for Something because we were sad and angry about the state of American politics, something we both believe can and should be a force for good. We wanted to see young people like us get a shot at running things for a little bit, or at least get to practice so that when it comes time for us to lead, we'll be ready.
We never could have imagined that in less than three years, we'd have on our hands a multi-million dollar organization with 17 incredible people on staff, thousands of volunteers involved, a community of 45,000 people who’ve said they want to run for office, 950+ endorsed candidates we’ve worked closely with, and 298 amazing elected officials -- all young, and predominately women and people of color.
None of this would have happened without you. You are the reason nearly 400,000 Virginians now have affordable health care, why the right to a safe and legal abortion is now protected in New York state, why voters in Houston can now vote early in more locations than ever, and why LGBT conversion therapy for minors is now banned in East Lansing, Michigan -- for a start.
You’re reading this because you’ve played a part in building Run for Something. By giving us (and/or our candidates) advice, time, money, broadening our reach, or even running yourself, you are part of an incredible group of people who are building permanent power for Democrats from the ground up.
You know just as well as we do: This work is really hard. But it’s also often delightful, always inspiring, and most importantly, it’s changing our country for the better.
Your commitment to our shared mission is what makes this all possible. From everyone at Run for Something: Thank you. And happy Thanksgiving!
Amanda
Amanda Litman
Co-founder
Run for Something
