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We Built the Bench in 2025. Here’s How We Win in 2026.
What The Next 50 accomplished, what we learned, and what’s to come in the year ahead.
Jan 6
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When a Republican Panelist Says "I Agree with Literally Everything" You Just Said
I had one of those surreal moments on BBC America this week that reminded me why our work at The Next 50 matters so much.
Nov 21, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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Celebrating NewDEAL's 15th Annual Conference
Building the Bench Together
Nov 18, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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Sarah Trone Garriott Is Built to Win IA-03
New polling shows exactly why The Next 50 backed her early — and why she’s the Democrat who will flip this seat.
Nov 17, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
The Fighters We Need vs. The Leadership We Have
The Next 50's candidates understand what voters made clear on Tuesday: when working families' healthcare is on the line, you fight.
Nov 11, 2025
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The Next 50's 2024 Impact Report
Mar 26, 2025
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Our 2026 Endorsement Strategy
Jul 28, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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Being Normal: How Democrats Can Sound Like Real People Again
Aug 22, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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The Next 50 Endorses Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow for U.S. Senate
Apr 2, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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Zach Wahls
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The Next 50’s 2025 Election Results
High-Conviction Early Investment Delivers Perfect Record
Nov 7, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
While Washington Stalls, These State Leaders Are Getting It Done
We’re doubling down on our support for Sam Park, Greta Neubauer, and Malcolm Kenyatta—three proven change makers leading their states, growing the…
Oct 14, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
Why we're re-endorsing Wes Moore
He has delivered for Maryland across party lines and has a leadership style his state needs for another term
Oct 10, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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Why We're Endorsing Cisco Aguilar & Zach Conine in Nevada
Our early support strategy pays off when proven leaders are on the ballot.
Oct 1, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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Being Normal: How Democrats Can Sound Like Real People Again
Why talking like your neighbors matters more than using perfect terminology
Aug 22, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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The Race for 2028 Starts Now... And It's Not Just for the White House
Presidential politics gets the headlines, but mayors and state legislators are where the real work of rebuilding Democratic power begins.
Aug 14, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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Mary Sheffield's Commanding Victory
The Next 50's strategic bet on principled governance wins big on Detroit primary night
Aug 6, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
The Next 50's Alaska Bet: Robyn Burke's Coalition Victory
How one victory froze extremists out of power statewide and delivered coalition governing that works for Alaskans
Aug 1, 2025
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Mari Manoogian
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The Next 50's 2025 Mayor Endorsements
Building the Democratic bench from the ground up
Jul 31, 2025
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