The NAL Team · [email protected]

September 1, 2023 at 11:00 PM

Resistance Roundup 9/1: Never a cloudy day when you're civically engaged!

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith We have a double dose of good labor news ahead of Labor Day! First, the Biden-Harris administration is proposing a new rule that would extend overtime pay to as many as 3.6 million workers! Thi…

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August 18, 2023 at 10:00 PM

Resistance Roundup 8/18: THIS is what democracy looks like—introducing our 2023 Ready to Win cohort!

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Thanks to the new cohort of leaders that people like us have helped send to Congress in recent elections, Congress is experiencing a transformation in racial representation. Not only has there …

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

August 4, 2023 at 8:30 PM

Resistance Roundup 8/4: NAL alumni are taking charge in Arizona—and across the country 🔥

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Gen Z is making their voices heard, and we love to see it! The Supreme Court’s recent decisions on student loan forgiveness and affirmative action, among others, have galvanized young voters, l…

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July 21, 2023 at 8:00 PM

Resistance Roundup 7/21: Celebrating bright new leaders in Denver—and here at NAL! 🎉☀️

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Denver recently welcomed one of its most ethnically diverse city councils in its history, and we’re here for it! Several newly elected members, including a record six Latinas and the first two …

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  Sam Pedreiro · [email protected]

July 13, 2023 at 5:15 PM

Did you see us in the New York Times, John? 📰👀

New American Leaders We honor great immigrants like you everyday, John! Hi John, Did you hear the news? New American Leaders' president and CEO, Ghida Dagher, was named one of the 2023 Great Immigrants, Great Americans by the Carnegie Corporation of New York! Wanna know j…

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  Michelle Munjanattu · [email protected]

July 7, 2023 at 9:15 PM

Keep the party going with a special NAL-curated playlist 🎧🎉

New American Leaders Hi John, The NAL family knows how to throw a good party! And for the first time since 2019, we were thrilled to bring the party to Washington, DC during our 9th annual New American Hero Awards! Whether you celebrated with us in person or helped sprea…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

June 30, 2023 at 10:15 PM

Resistance Roundup 6/30: A call to action

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Black women are now better represented in elected office than ever before, according to Higher Heights and the Center for American Women and Politics’ 7th annual “Black Women in American Politi…

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  Kristina Farah Bigdeli · [email protected]

June 26, 2023 at 10:31 PM

🚨Final Reminder🚨Apply now to Ready to Win, John!

New American Leaders Democracy needs you to run, win, and lead John. Hey John, I know Mondays are busy but with our Ready to Win application deadline just a few hours away, I want to check in and make sure you've submitted your application. Still need some convincing to t…

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  Yasmeen Kadouh · [email protected]

June 21, 2023 at 9:20 PM

⏰The clock is ticking... Apply for Ready to Win now, John!

New American Leaders Democracy needs you to run, win, and lead John. Hey John, Are you looking to take the next step in your leadership journey? Then I've got news for you. The good news? I know you have what it takes to run, win, and lead. That's why you should apply for…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

June 16, 2023 at 10:05 PM

Resistance Roundup 6/16: Celebrate immigrant power by owning yours

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith We always love to see when states lead the way in strengthening our democracy! Recently, Michigan, which is home to nearly 200 of our alumni, has become a beacon of hope in the fight to strengt…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

June 15, 2023 at 8:35 PM

3, 2... 1 more week 'til the New American Hero Awards! 🎉🥂

New American Leaders Don’t miss out on the biggest night of the year, John! Are you ready to party, John? We hope so because one week from today, summer officially begins with the 2023 New American Hero Awards!  We’ll be celebrating Immigrant Heritage Month, the NAL fam,…

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  Hira Khan · [email protected]

June 13, 2023 at 11:30 PM

⏰ Time's almost up! Register now for Power & Policy, John!

New American Leaders Don't miss out on your chance to learn and celebrate with the NAL fam! The clock is ticking, John! With just over 24 hours left to register, I want to make sure you have your ticket to our 10th annual Power & Policy Summit! Hosted in the heart of …

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  Hira Khan · [email protected]

June 8, 2023 at 9:35 PM

Put on your dancing shoes—it's time to party!

New American Leaders Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month with the NAL fam! Are you ready to party, John? We're just two weeks away from the New American Hero Awards and it is already shaping up to be the celebration of the summer!  Here's what you can expect: 🤝 Time to ca…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

June 2, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Resistance Roundup 6/2: Strength in diversity, power in heritage

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith This month, we have a LOT to celebrate—not only is it Immigrant Heritage Month, but it’s also Pride Month and Caribbean American Heritage Month! As President Biden noted in his recent proclamat…

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  Lorenzita Santos · [email protected]

May 26, 2023 at 4:02 PM

Don't let FOMO ruin your Friday, John

New American Leaders This Immigrant Heritage Month, the NAL Fam is heading to our nation's capital! We made it to Friday, John! But before we all log off for the weekend, I want to make sure you meet the incredible New American trailblazers joining us at the New American …

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  Hira Khan · [email protected]

May 24, 2023 at 11:25 PM

Are you ready for next month, John? 👀

New American Leaders We're almost ready to celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month. Will you join us? Where has the month gone, John?! Although it seems like May just started, we only have seven days left before June and the start of Immigrant Heritage Month! That's why I am …

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

May 19, 2023 at 9:00 PM

Resistance Roundup 5/19: Celebrate immigrant heroes this June 🎉

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith History was made in Colorado Springs this week! On Tuesday, Yemi Mobolade, a Nigerian immigrant, won his runoff election to become Colorado Springs’ first Black mayor! This is not just a person…

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  Yasmeen Kadouh · [email protected]

May 18, 2023 at 8:00 PM

Get ready to win this summer, John

New American Leaders Democracy needs you to run, win, and lead John. I don't know about you, John, but I am ready for summer. With the unofficial start of the season just a few days away, I can't wait to say goodbye to winter and hello to brighter, happier days! ☀️ The th…

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  Ghida Dagher · [email protected]

May 17, 2023 at 4:15 PM

I want you to meet this trailblazing leader, John

New American Leaders This Immigrant Heritage Month, the NAL Fam is heading to our nation's capital! I have big news, John! As a member of the New American Leaders fam, I want you to be one of the first people to meet our third New American Hero awardee, Congresswoman Grac…

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  Eliot Sasaki · [email protected]

May 11, 2023 at 7:00 PM

Meet the New American changing the face of leadership where you'd least expect it

New American Leaders This Immigrant Heritage Month, the NAL Fam is heading to our nation's capital! Quick question, John. What is the first thing you think of when I mention Maine? If you think of beautiful rocky coasts and delicious lobster rolls, you'd be right. But Mai…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

May 5, 2023 at 9:30 PM

Resistance Roundup 5/5: Celebrate a decade of immigrant leadership at our Power & Policy Summit!

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith As we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we continue to be inspired by the representation and resilience of AANHPI communities. AANHPIs represent us…

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  Hira Khan · [email protected]

May 4, 2023 at 10:30 PM

Psst... get a sneak peek at our Immigrant Heritage Month plans, John 👀

New American Leaders Join us in Washington, DC on June 22-23 for our signature events! Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work, John? As a member of the New American Leaders fam, I know that you are an expert on the policies that effect your community. You …

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  Zena Jahmi · [email protected]

April 27, 2023 at 7:00 PM

Meet our first 2023 New American Hero Award winner!

New American Leaders This Immigrant Heritage Month, the NAL Fam is heading to our nation's capital! 🥁 Can I get a drumroll please, John?  I am so excited to introduce you to our first 2023 New American Hero Award winner, Colorado State Senator Julie Gonzales! Senator Gon…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

April 21, 2023 at 10:45 PM

Resistance Roundup 4/21: Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month with NAL in D.C. this June! 👀🏛️

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith While federal immigration legislation seems unlikely in the short term, immigrant rights advocates are racking up wins at the local and state levels. For example, last year, Arizona voters pass…

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  Yasmeen Kadouh · [email protected]

April 19, 2023 at 7:50 PM

Last chance to apply for Rising to Run, John!

New American Leaders Democracy needs you to run, win, and lead John. Hi there, John, I'm so excited to share that we've extended our Rising to Run application deadline to this Monday, April 24th! If you (or someone you know!) is a New American woman who has run for office…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

April 11, 2023 at 3:10 PM

Get ready to show DC how to celebrate, John! 🎉

New American Leaders This Immigrant Heritage Month, the NAL Fam is heading to our nation's capital! New American Leaders is bringing the party to politics, John! This Immigrant Heritage Month, the NAL fam is heading to Washington, DC! On June 22nd and 23rd, we are hosting…

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April 7, 2023 at 10:15 PM

Resistance Roundup 4/7: We're united in our fight to protect our democracy ✊🏽✊🏿✊🏾

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith According to a new report from the LGBTQ+ Victory Institute, not only are more LGBTQ+ people serving in office than ever before, but they are also more unified, determined, and diverse than eve…

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  Lorenzita Santos · [email protected]

March 28, 2023 at 3:46 PM

🚨Last Call!🚨 Apply for AAPI Rising now, John!

New American Leaders Democracy needs you to run, win, and lead John. Feel like you're forgetting something, John? 😬 Between work, family, friends, and all of the unexpected things can that pop up in life, I know things can get busy. But don't worry—we've got your back! I'…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

March 24, 2023 at 9:00 PM

Resistance Roundup 3/24: New American women are shaping the future of politics! ✊🏾✊🏼✊🏿✊🏽

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Exciting news! The New Deal for New Americans Act has been reintroduced in Congress! This groundbreaking legislation—sponsored by U.S. Senator Ed Markey and Representatives Grace Meng, Pramila …

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  Lorenzita Santos · [email protected]

March 23, 2023 at 7:00 PM

Last call to join our AAPI Rising cohort, John!

New American Leaders Democracy needs you to run, win, and lead John. Representative Sam Park. Commissioner Nida Allam. City Councilor Coco Alinsug. School Board Member Anupam Chugh Sidhu. These trailblazing New Americans made history by becoming the first Asian Americans …

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

March 10, 2023 at 10:45 PM

Resistance Roundup 3/10: Marching forward toward a better democracy

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Happy International Day of Women Judges! Today, we celebrate the many talented and capable New American and BIPOC women judges who serve and represent their communities all across the country. …

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  Kiana Abbady · [email protected]

March 6, 2023 at 11:50 PM

Last call to join our 2023 National Women's Training cohort, John!

New American Leaders Democracy needs you to run, win, and lead John. Are you ready to turn your Monday from this ⬇️ To this? ⬇️ Then apply for our Ready to Lead: National Women's Training ahead of tonight's deadline! Hosted from March 24th-26th in Phoenix, Arizona in ho…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

February 25, 2023 at 12:00 AM

Resistance Roundup 2/24: We're ready to lift off (training season is here!)

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith On Tuesday, State Senator Jennifer McClellan won a special election for Virginia's 4th Congressional District, becoming the first Black woman to represent Virginia in Congress! This is a histor…

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February 10, 2023 at 11:20 PM

Resistance Roundup 2/10: The state of New American leadership is strong

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Today, U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Lindsey Graham introduced the Dream Act of 2023 in the Senate, which would protect and provide a pathway to citizenship for more than 2 million people, incl…

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January 27, 2023 at 11:45 PM

Resistance Roundup 1/27: Standing strong, united for change

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith When it comes to the federal judiciary, representation matters. Federal judges play a crucial role in shaping the laws and policies that impact our communities, which is why we're encouraged to…

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  Aamina Ahmed · [email protected]

January 23, 2023 at 8:30 PM

Will you apply for Ready to Lead: Midwest today, John?

New American Leaders Democracy needs you to run, win, and lead John. Monday have you feeling a little like this, John? Then here's some motivation: If you submit your application for our Ready to Lead: Midwest training, you could be a part of our ✨first✨ 2023 cohort! Aft…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

January 13, 2023 at 11:45 PM

Resistance Roundup 1/13: 2023: The year of immigrant leadership

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith This week, we’re celebrating the many New American elected officials who were just sworn into office! From coast to coast, in places like Colorado, Georgia, Ohio, Texas, and Washington, D.C., N…

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  Ghida Dagher · [email protected]

December 31, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Act today to make history with NAL in 2023!

New American Leaders Democracy needs us. Invest in our vision for a stronger, more inclusive country. Hi John, Underinvestment in GOTV and elections infrastructure. Establishment blacklists against progressive challengers. Opponents flush with corporate and real estate m…

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  Ghida Dagher · [email protected]

December 6, 2022 at 3:01 PM

NAL is shaping the future of New American politics. You can help!

New American Leaders Democracy needs us. Invest in our vision for a stronger, more inclusive country. Hi John, This year showed that against all odds, New Americans are defining the future of progressive governance in the United States. That’s why I’m savoring the incred…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

December 2, 2022 at 11:15 PM

Resistance Roundup 12/2: Own your power and potential in 2023!

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith It's a historic moment! For the first time in history, House Democrats have elected leaders who are all women and people of color. Among the new leaders is House Democratic Caucus Chair Hakeem …

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

November 30, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Get ready to own your power in 2023, John! 💪🏿💪🏽💪🏾

New American Leaders Democracy needs us. Join NAL at one of our 2023 trainings! New Americans made history this year. From school boards and city councils to state legislatures and Congress, NALpistas like Yadira Caraveo stepped up to run for office, becoming the first …

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  Ghida Dagher · [email protected]

November 29, 2022 at 3:10 PM

Against all Odds, We are Taking Power

New American Leaders Democracy needs us. Invest in our vision for a stronger, more inclusive country. Hi John, When NAL started our candidate training programs back in 2011, we were taking a bet on the power and potential of New American communities across the country. S…

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  Michelle Munjanattu · [email protected]

November 22, 2022 at 10:00 PM

John , you are part of a winning team! 🙌

New American Leaders Democracy needs us. Invest in our vision for a stronger, more inclusive country. Hi John, We are pinching ourselves…the results are in and the NAL Network won big on Election Day! Over 80% of NAL alum candidates won their races, meaning we’ll have ne…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

November 19, 2022 at 12:00 AM

Resistance Roundup 11/18: ✨87% of NALpistas won their elections this year!✨

New American Leaders New Americans won BIG this election! We have big news, John. With nearly all races called, we are thrilled to share that an incredible 87% of New American Leaders alumni won their elections last week! 🎉 From Alaska to Colorado and Georgia to Maine, …

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  Ghida Dagher · [email protected]

October 26, 2022 at 4:35 PM

It's time we invest in ourselves

New American Leaders An important announcement about NAL's upcoming events Hi John, You spoke up and we listened.  Over the last several weeks, we have had conversations with elected officials, NALpista alumni, and community leaders—people like you—about what you want ou…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

October 14, 2022 at 10:15 PM

Resistance Roundup 10/14: We're hiring for 6 positions (and more of this week's news)

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Here’s your daily reminder that the midterm elections are coming up (in 25 days)! And here’s another reminder that immigrants WILL have a big impact on the elections—even if they aren’t old eno…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

September 12, 2022 at 7:15 PM

Last chance to apply for our virtual Ready to Lead training!

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Need a little Monday motivation to finish your Ready to Lead: Online app, John? New American Leaders launched in 2010, training more than 1,300 immigrants and people who identify with the immigrant experience to run for office, win,…

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  Craig Valdez · [email protected]

September 10, 2022 at 5:00 PM

⏰ Time's almost up to submit your application for our virtual Ready to Lead training, John!

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us We made it to the weekend, John! While we hope it's a great and relaxing one, we also wanted to remind you to carve out a few minutes to finish your Ready to Lead: Online application! Yes, that's right—after bringing our signature R…

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  The NAL Team · [email protected]

September 9, 2022 at 10:15 PM

Resistance Roundup 9/9: THIS is what democracy looks like!

New American Leaders Democracy Needs Us Keep Faith Did you know that Election Day 2022 is 60 days away? That means we have—you guessed it—60 days to save our democracy. (Side note: Now is the time to make a plan to vote if you haven’t already!)…

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  Ghida Dagher · [email protected]

September 8, 2022 at 7:01 PM

Drumroll please... 🥁

New American Leaders Join us in Washington, D.C.! Hey there John, We've got BIG news. We are thrilled to announce that this December, we are bringing our 10th annual Power and Policy Summit and New American Hero Awards to Washington, D.C.!  We know that after a tumultu…

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