FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: November 3, 2026
Contact: [email protected]

RFS Statement on Midterm Elections as Polls Close Nationwide

NEW YORK, NY – Run for Something co-founder Amanda Litman released the following statement as polls closed around the country:

“Voters are showing up in historic numbers, exercising their right to vote, and demanding their voices be heard at the polls today because they are fed up with the status quo, disappointed with establishment politicians, and turning to the next generation of young, diverse, and authentic leaders to fight for them.

That’s where Run for Something comes in. Today, in 47 states across the country, Run for Something endorsed and supported nearly 400 millennial and Gen Z candidates in downballot races who understand voter frustrations and weren’t afraid to go up against incumbents to deliver real solutions. 168 of these races are red to blue flip opportunities. Over 20 Run for Something alumni are running in national and statewide races to deliver change in higher office – fighting for lower costs, protecting your freedoms, and building better communities.

Run for Something is proud to be leading the movement, ushering in the changing face of American leadership, and supporting hundreds of young, diverse candidates on the ballot this year that voters are actually excited to vote for. When everyday people refuse to sit on the sidelines and stand up to run for office, they can deliver real solutions that impact our daily lives, and Run for Something will continue to support these candidates every step of the way.”

Run for Something has 393 young, values-driven candidates on the ballot in almost every state across the country today. Run for Something candidates are working to flip chambers, break supermajorities, and move the needle in deep red districts. Read RFS’ full pre-election memo online here.

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