WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Democratic Leadership Project proudly announced its first slate of endorsements, supporting a group of dynamic, next-generation leaders running for office across the country. This initial round of endorsements includes key races in Virginia, where Democrats have the opportunity to expand their majority in the House of Delegates and flip all three statewide offices, as well as important U.S. Senate campaigns in Illinois and Minnesota.

The upcoming elections in Virginia are the first critical test of Donald Trump’s second term. Flipping all three statewide offices and expanding the Democratic majority in the House of Delegates will be essential to protecting fundamental rights, defending democracy, and countering the MAGA agenda.

Democratic Leadership Project is proud to endorse:

• Juliana Stratton, Candidate for U.S. Senate (Illinois) 
• Peggy Flanagan, Candidate for U.S. Senate (Minnesota) 
• Ghazala Hashmi, Candidate for Lieutenant Governor (Virginia) 
• Jessica Anderson, Candidate for House of Delegates, District 71 (Virginia) 
• Katrina Callsen, Candidate for re-election, House of Delegates, District 54 (Virginia) 
• Kacey Carnegie, Candidate for House of Delegates, District 89 (Virginia) 
• Elizabeth Guzman, Candidate for House of Delegates, District 22 (Virginia) 
• Leslie Mehta, Candidate for House of Delegates, District 73 (Virginia) 
• May Nivar, Candidate for House of Delegates, District 57 (Virginia)

Democratic Leadership Project is dedicated to identifying, recruiting, advising, and electing the next generation of Democratic leaders who will win elections, drive progress, and secure a lasting Democratic majority for our nation’s future. Democratic Leadership Project supports candidates at every level, from city council to statehouse to Congress, providing them with critical resources, strategic guidance, and tools to ensure victory at the ballot box.

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