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OUR VALUES

We believe everyday Americans should be able to decide what’s best for them and their communities.

That’s why we’re building a party that puts the power back in the hands of the American voter.

RULE OF LAW, RESPECT FOR THE CONSTITUTION

RULE OF LAW

Members of the Forward Party uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and respect the outcomes of our free and fair elections.

SUPPORT AND STRENGTHEN DEMOCRACY TO RESTORE THE VOTERS’ VOICE

SUPPORT AND STRENGTHEN DEMOCRACY

Forward believes that our democracy works only when voters can make informed decisions and our systems are set up to empower and elevate the will of the voters. Elected officials must be accountable to their constituents. ​

AMERICAN LEADERSHIP

AMERICAN LEADERSHIP

It is necessary for America to serve as an example of democracy and individual freedoms. Building alliances and stabilizing democracy across the globe is key to maintaining a safe world for ourselves and our children.

Build from the Bottom Up, Not the Top Down

BUILD FROM THE BOTTOM UP

Forward is building an organization designed to empower voters and local leaders. Forward won’t dictate a rigid, top-down policy platform and expect it to work for every community across the country.

Use Data to Drive Collaborative and Effective Solutions, Regardless of their Ideological Source

USE DATA TO DRIVE SOLUTIONS

Forward cares more about solving problems than being right. Good ideas come from the left, right, and center—or from completely new directions. Data, research, and a commitment to development should drive our discussions, and policy should be enacted with measurable outcomes.

INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP ARE CENTRAL TO AMERICAN CULTURE AND OUR FUTURE

INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

America has long won the global competition for talent and innovation. Our culture of entrepreneurship has constantly improved  living conditions both at home and abroad. The Forward Party is dedicated to ensuring that good new ideas are allowed to thrive.

INDIVIDUAL LIBERTY, PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

LIBERTY, RESPONSIBILITY, AND ENGAGEMENT

At the Forward Party, we believe that personal responsibility includes duties to care for our families however we define them, uplift our communities, and contribute to the greater good. It is through balancing our liberty with our duty to others in which the true American spirit thrives.

TREAT EVERYONE WITH RESPECT AND DIGNITY

RESPECT AND DIGNITY

Forward believes in approaching one another with respect for the dignity that lives in each of us. Our policies and campaigns will seek to elevate and empower people to seek their unique version of the American Dream.

ACT WITH ETHICS, INTEGRITY, AND COMPASSION

ETHICS, INTEGRITY, AND COMPASSION

Forward leaders, members, and candidates are expected to act ethically and with integrity. That said, we are all fallible and make mistakes. At Forward, we are expected to admit them and work to rectify any harm we have caused.

2024 CANDIDATES

  • Nick Batter
  • Nebraska | State House District 13 | Candidate | Non-partisan
  • Nick Batter grew up in a working family marked by empty fridges, utility shut-offs, and evictions. He is tired of hyper-partisanship and is running on a platform of tangible local issues.
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  • Carolina Jewett
  • South Carolina | D2 Charleston School Board , Candidate
  • After attending the College of Charleston, Carolina spent a decade in corporate life with IBM and Boeing. She and her husband, Kevin, are now small-business entrepreneurs
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  • Madison Granger
  • Virginia | Arlington County Board, Candidate Forward Party
  • As the pandemic wound down, Madison began advocating for pro-democracy changes such as Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) at meetings for the Arlington County Board and the Virginia General Assembly.
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  • Johnathan Duff
  • New Jersey | Burlington County Commissioner, Candidate Republican
  • A political newcomer, Jonathan Duff is running for County Commissioner to expand access to trade and vocational schools, bring fiscal responsibility back to the county, and crack down on crime.
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  • Jevona Armstrong
  • South Carolina | Beaufort City Council #1, Candidate
  • As a wife of a brave disabled veteran, a mother of three, a long-time educator, and long-time volunteer, Jevona brings a fresh perspective and the voice of real people to policy.
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  • Janie Monier
  • Maryland | FCPS Board of Education, Candidate
  • Monier is a registered nurse running on the belief voter access and choice is the key to building a truly representative government.
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  • Michael Bedenbaugh
  • South Carolina | U.S. House SC-3, Candidate
  • Mike is a successful podcaster and an enthusiastic promoter of all things having to do with South Carolina history and culture.
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  • Valerie Gaydos
  • Pennsylvania | State House CD-44, Incumbent Republican
  • Rep Gaydos has passed three bills with nearly 100% support from the full House, two of which she was a prime sponsor on.
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  • Dan Almoney
  • Pennsylvania | State House CD-92, Candidate Democrat
  • As a small business owner and in fighting to preserve rural landscapes against outside development, Dan is a champion for his community.
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  • Jermaine Johnson
  • South Carolina | State House CD-52, Incumbent Democrat
  • Jermaine is the primary sponsor of a bi-partisan bill that will allow SC municipalities the option of using Instant Runoff Voting.
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  • Jen Hamey
  • Florida | Manatee County Commissioner #1
  • Jen is running on a platform of environmental stewardship for Manatee County and wants to protect their waterways, greenspaces, and safeguard their natural resources for future generations.
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  • Banks Helfrich
  • Florida | State House D-25
  • Banks is running on a platform of sustainability, fighting the cost of living increases, improving education, and boosting economic development.
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  • Kim Kline
  • Florida | State House D-2
  • Kim is running on a triple platform of fixing the property insurance crisis, addressing affordable housing, and fixing the misuse of public education funds to for-profit companies.
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  • Joseph Di Bartolomeo
  • Florida | Manatee County Commissioner #5
  • Joseph is running for County Commissioner in District 5 to bring professionalism and accountability to the Manatee BOCC, representing all citizens regardless of political affiliation.
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  • Dan Rayfield
  • Oregon | Attorney General, Candidate Democrat
  • As the Speaker of the Oregon House, Rayfield has worked with Republicans, Democrats, and independents to pass legislation that benefits all of Oregon.
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  • Shelane Etchison
  • North Carolina | US House CD-9, Candidate Independent
  • A former Army officer with two graduate degrees from Harvard, Shelane Etchison is the first independent candidate to make it onto the ballot in a North Carolina congressional race.
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  • John Avlon
  • New York | US House CD-1, Candidate Democrat
  • John Avlon is running for Congress to help keep the extremism of Donald Trump and his “MAGA minions” out of our seats of government. John is a reporter, author, and presidential historian.
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  • Adam Frisch
  • Colorado | US House CD-3, Candidate Democrat
  • Running for Lauren Boebert’s old seat that she vacated because his challenge was too strong. His new opponent is unknown and Frisch is looking to set himself apart as a rational option for voters.
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  • John Curtis
  • Utah | US Senate, Candidate Republican
  • In the short time he’s been on the Hill, Rep. Curtis has earned a reputation as a problem solver and someone who gets things done. He is noted as the 9th most effective Republican member of Congress.
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  • Christopher Sweat
  • Colorado | US House CD-5, Candidate Forward Party
  • Sweat spent his formative years (9-22) living in Colorado Springs, the district he is running in. He is a current student at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
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  • Josh Smith
  • Utah | State House CD-15, Candidate Forward Party
  • Josh is running for the Utah House to help defend the pillars of our democracy and ensure that it remains stable for our future generations.
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  • Nolan Kruse
  • Utah | Salt Lake County Council District 4, Candidate Forward Party
  • Nolan is a small business owner and is looking to bring that perspective to the Salt Lake County Council to help ensure that our communities can thrive.
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  • Eric Mulder
  • Colorado | State Senate D-28, Candidate Forward Party
  • Mulder is a US army veteran and a current board member of the Aurora Civic Engagement Commission.
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  • Niko Woolf
  • Colorado | Delta County Commissioner D-3, Candidate Independent
  • Woolf is a carpenter and a farmer who has been affected by the recent Land Use Code that ignored public sentiment.
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  • David Hinckley
  • Utah | State Senate D-24, Candidate Forward Party
  • David is a founding member of the Utah Forward Party and is looking to bring that problem-solving experience and knack for meeting people where they are to the Utah Senate.
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  • Lydia Hernandez
  • Arizona | State House D-24, Incumbent Democrat
  • Serves as a member of the AZ House and is an at-large members of the Cartwright Elementary School District in Arizona.
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  • Miles Pomeroy
  • Utah | State Treasurer Candidate Forward Party
  • Miles ran for the state house last year as a Forward Democrat after leaving the Republican party and is running again this year as a full-fledged Forwardist under the new party line.
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  • Laura Johnson
  • Utah | State Board Of Ed. District 3, Candidate Forward Party
  • Before Laura joined the race, her opponent, Brent Strate was running unopposed for the seat.
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  • Cameron Schroy
  • Pennsylvania | State Senate SD-33, Candidate Democrat
  • Schroy is a civics teacher challenging a conspiracy-toting extremist who was at the steps of the Capitol on January 6.
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  • Stephen Richer
  • Arizona | Maricopa County Recorder, Incumbent Republican
  • Named “Arizonan of the Year” by the Arizona Republic and “Best Republican Politician of the Year” by the Phoenix New Times for upholding the integrity of Maricopa County’s election process in 2020.
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  • Chris Foster
  • Pennsylvania | Treasurer , Candidate Forward Party
  • If Chris receives 2% of the vote in the election, PA Forward will be recognized as an official party in the state.
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  • Eric Settle
  • Pennsylvania - Attorney General, Candidate Forward Party
  • Has demonstrated support for both Democrat and Republican nominees in the past. If Eric receives 2% of the vote in the election, PA Forward will be recognized as an official party in the state.
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