Hey Ohio, the May 5th primary is fast approaching! 📣 Vote for our endorsed candidate Ukeme Awakessien Jeter for Ohio House of Representatives, District 7. Early voting is open until Sunday May 3rd.
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ATTN: Texans located in the Katy Independent School District! 📢 The early voting period is open until Tuesday, April 28th
If you’re looking to support a local, New American champion, vote Jesus Nieto for Position 5! For more election information, visit www.katyisd.org/board/electi...
You're invited to the New American Hero Awards! 🍾 On the evening of Thursday, June 11th, we'll be joining our sister organization New American Leaders to celebrate three visionary leaders who are shaping the future of American democracy.
🎟 Get your tickets at nalaf.org/new-american-hero-awards
These 16 #NALAF endorsed New American candidates, hailing from six different states across the country, are committed to diversifying our democracy and advancing New American voices.
To learn more, visit nalaf.org/2026-endorse...
We’re excited to endorse Jesus Nieto for Katy Independent School District Board Trustee, Position 5! 🎉Nieto is a community organizer who has advocated for teachers to secure a living wage. He has also challenged existing anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
We’re excited to endorse Michelle Butler for Denton County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6! 🎉 As an immigrant, Butler is personally committed to upholding justice, dignity, and belonging for people in her community. If elected, she would be the first Zimbabwean American judge in the country.
We’re excited to endorse Maria Hinojos Pressey for Marion County Commissioner, Position 2! 🎉She has shown up for her community by expanding dual language programs in schools, and advocating for the rights of local farmworkers and their families.
We’re proud to endorse Ukeme Awakessien Jeter for Ohio House of Representatives, District 7! 🎉She serves the Upper Arlington community, where she revamped the City’s boards and commissions process to broaden outreach, and mobilized younger residents to get civically engaged.
We’re proud to endorse NAL alum and State Representative @muniraya.bsky.social as she runs to continue representing Ohio House of Representatives, District 9! 🎉 She introduced legislation to improve healthcare affordability and consumer protections, and passed a healthcare dignity and privacy bill.
We’re excited to endorse Ace Parsi for U.S. House of Representatives, 2nd District! 🎉 He has organized over 50 actions to support refugees, DREAMERS, and other marginalized groups, and has also formed local mutual aid and resistance groups.
We’re excited to endorse Meriam Sabih for Pennsylvania House of Representatives, District 131! 🎉 She aims to improve language access to public services, expand job training and English-learning programs, and provide legal aid for immigration and workplace issues.
We’re excited to endorse Madelyn Alvarino for Pennsylvania House of Representatives, District 13! 🎉 As the daughter of immigrants from Cuba, Alvarino cares deeply about making sure new Americans are brought into the broader community.
We’re proud to once again endorse NAL alum @michellekangforga.bsky.social for Georgia House of Representatives, District 99! 🎉 Kang has deep experience advocating for immigrant communities, affordable housing, and language access in Gwinnett County.
We’re proud to once again endorse Mary Ann Santos as she runs to continue representing Georgia House of Representatives, District 117! 🎉 Her first term in office was marked by a series of introduced bills that sought to facilitate voter accessibility and protect immigrant rights.
We’re proud to endorse NAL alum Marvin Lim as he runs to continue representing Georgia House of Representatives, District 98! 🎉 During his tenure, Rep. Lim introduced over a hundred bills addressing issues in his district, with several advancing through committee.
We’re excited to endorse Jyot Singh for Georgia House of Representatives, District 97! 🎉 In 2025, he played a leading role in securing $1.6 billion dollars for Gwinnett County Public Schools. If elected, Singh aims to expand Medicaid and make public services more accessible.
We are proud to endorse NAL alum Bentley Hudgins for Georgia House of Representatives, District 90! 🎉 In the last decade, they've advocated for Georgia's immigrant and working class families by advancing criminal justice reform policies and making voting more accessible.
We’re proud to endorse @ruwaromman.bsky.social for Georgia State Senate, District 7! 🎉Having served two terms in the House, Rep. Romman has proven herself by having continually advocated for legislation to expand healthcare, raise wages, and alleviate food insecurity.
We’re proud to endorse @jasonesteves.bsky.social for Georgia Governor! 🎉 He has previously served as State Senator and as an Atlanta School Board Member. If elected, Esteves aims to expand Medicaid, lower housing costs, and implement other policies that will advance all Georgians!
We’re excited to endorse @evertonblair.bsky.social for Georgia’s U.S. House of Representatives, 13th District! 🎉 Through his leadership empowering immigrants and teachers, Blair has given his community the tools they need to succeed. If elected, he would become the first out LGBTQ+ Congressperson!
Congratulations to Arlene Chin for winning her election for Tempe, AZ City Council, At-Large! 🎉 This will be her second term. We wish Councilmember Chin well as she continues to lead her community boldly!
NOW LIVE: Our “Running As a New American: Inside the Campaign Trail and the Battle for Local Representation” white paper! 🗞 This document includes in-depth, post-election interviews with 10 endorsed candidates following the 2025 election cycle.
🍎 Learn more at www.nalaf.org/running-as-a...
With the May primaries less than 3 months away, New American candidates running in the Georgia, Pennsylvania, Ohio or Oregon primaries are strongly encouraged to apply for a New American Leaders Action Fund endorsement.
🚀 Learn more and apply by Friday, March 13th at bit.ly/NALAF26Endorsements
The recording from our Governing With Courage webinar is now available! 🎥 NALAF and States Win were joined by state legislators from across the country, who talked about how they’ve actively worked to curb federal overreach and protect their communities. #PeopleLikeUs
We’re proud to endorse NAL alumnus Wesam Shahed for Cook County Board of Commissioners, District 6! 🎉With a demonstrated background in combatting injustice and effectively engaging with and advocating for working class and immigrant communities, he is a champion of the people.
We’re proud to endorse NAL alumna Dr. Audrey Nath for Houston City Council, District C! 🎉 Dr. Nath is an accomplished doctor, doctorate, and community advocate who has used her broad experience to advocate for public health, economic justice, and immigrant’s rights.
We’re proud to endorse NAL alumna Sophia Anwar for Denton County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6! 🎉 She aims to make Denton County courts more accessible for her community, particularly when it comes to offering more virtual and multilingual resources to constituents.
We’re excited to endorse Davis Mendoza Darusman for Harris County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5, Place 2! 🎉 He has spent his public career educating and empowering Houstonians. If elected, he would be the youngest and first AAPI Justice of the Peace in Harris County.
We’re excited to endorse Pooja Sethi for Texas House of Representatives, District 47! 🎉 She has been a strong advocate for immigrants and other vulnerable communities for over a decade, helping people navigate deportation proceedings, secure asylum, and reunite with loved ones.
We’re proud to endorse NAL alumna Mona Singh for Wake County Board of Commissioners, At-Large! 🎉 She has been a passionate voice for her community and increasing civic engagement for New Americans. We applaud her commitment to educating and empowering her community.
