Nominations now open for Free DC’s Elections Committee
DC needs elected leaders who will fight federal attacks, not assist them. A number of key seats in DC will be up for election in 2026, including Mayor, Delegate to the U.S. House, and more. As attacks on DC increase, we need leaders in these positions who will be outspoken champions for DC’s rights and the people here.
In recognition of this, Free DC will run a formal candidate endorsements process for DC’s 2026 campaign cycle. This process will include candidate questionnaires that reflect Free DC’s priorities, a voting process among our supporters, and active campaigning for any endorsed candidates.
A dedicated Elections Committee will lead this aspect of our work, and nominations are now open for members of this Committee. This nine-person committee will be responsible for running an endorsements process that is clear, accountable, and participatory. Nominate yourself or someone you know to join Free DC’s inaugural Elections Committee.
Members of the Elections Committee will be responsible for developing our questionnaire, soliciting responses, sharing information with Free DC’s supporter community, facilitating community voting, and coordinating support with endorsed campaigns, as appropriate.
We expect the Committee to undertake work between November 2025 and June 2026. Experience in electoral campaigns is helpful but not required. Stipends are available for this role.
Committee members will be selected by the campaign's four co-founders in consultation with the leadership of Free DC’s Ward Teams and Working Groups. Nominations for this Committee will be open for two weeks, until Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Nominate a leader to the Elections Committee today.
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