Here are our Forward endorsed candidates running for office in our current election cycle!
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Brandon Givens
Virginia | VA House D-11 | Forward | Candidate
Brandon is an educator with international experience advocating for pragmatic political reform and is calling for politicians who can both loudly protest what's wrong and propose meaningful solutions
Virginia | Arlington County Board | Non-partisan | Candidate
DC is running because he believes our electoral system is buckling under the current model and we need new ideas to solve this. Originally from Barranquilla, Colombia, Pretelt served in the US Armed Forces for close to 22 years.
Pennsylvania | New Kensington City Treasurer | Forward | Candidate
Fyke lives downtown, and has spent 16 years growing a regional restaurant and brewery business. He also served on the board for MACC, Rotary, Visit Monroeville, and PRLA. Fyke appreciates the people that make New Kensington so special.
New York | Town of North Hempstead Supervisor | Democrat | Candidate
A serial entrepreneur, NYT bestselling author of five books, keynote speaker, and huge Mets fan, Dave moved to North Hempstead to build a family. He's running on the Democrat and co-founded Moderate Party lines, aligning with Forward on values.
Connecticut | Westport First Selectman | Independent | Candidate
David would like to restore due process and transparency to town governance. He also would like to weigh all constituents’ voices and views before making important town decisions.
New Jersey | Mayor of Edison | Independent | Candidate
David Tingle has dedicated over 28 years to service as a Chief Master Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force Reserve and a Lieutenant with the Edison Police Department. He has also coached youth sports and supported fellow veterans through the VFW.
Virginia | Arlington County School Board, At Large | Non-partisan | Candidate
Vell has lived in Arlington County for 26 years. He is a medical doctor, practicing psychiatry in Northern Virginia, and he and his wife, Carmen, are parents of a Wakefield High School graduate and a Wakefield freshman.
Colorado | Thornton City Council Ward 2 | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Montoya has served on the city council and was mayor pro tem. He has the experience and track record of getting things done through collaboration. Eric wants to see the polarization come to an end.
New Jersey | NJ State Assembly Leg. Dist. 23 | Democrat | Candidate
Citron is a third-generation New Jerseyan, parent, and community advocate running for Assembly in LD23. A previously endorsed Forward candidate, he’s focused on Main Street revival, trade education, and childcare.
Minnesota | Mayor of Minneapolis | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Hampton is a lifelong resident of the Twin Cities. He is a lawyer, entrepreneur, and educator. He’s running to bring people together, bridge divides, and build a Minneapolis where every resident has the opportunity to thrive.
Colorado | Denver Public Schools Board of Education Dist. 4 | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Harris is a DPS parent, small business owner, and longtime community leader from Northeast Denver. He’s running for school board to bring transparency, equity, and real outcomes to public education. He is a mentor, volunteer, and advocate.
New Jersey | Newark City Council, Central Ward | Nonpartisan| Candidate
Youngblood is a proud Newark, NJ native and is committed to creating an open and accountable city council. To achieve this, he will introduce a platform to allow residents to track how public funds are spent in real time.
New Jersey | Hunterdon County Commissioner | Democrat | Candidate
John Dale’s professional career was in the automotive industry. He earned a JD degree, and spent over 40 years serving West Amwell Twp., NJ, in appointed positions. He
Colorado | Longmont City Council | Nonpartisan | Candidate
John Lembke is a husband and father of two girls. He has held leadership positions in several voting reform organizations. His top issues include ranked choice voting, housing zoning, and safer and more cost effective streets.
Massachusetts | Beverly City Council At-Large | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Dr. McKenzie-DeFranza has a focus on improving communication, collaboration and connection across different perspectives. She is dedicated to addressing constituent concerns, driving evidence based solutions, and building a strong local community.
Kristin is a problem solver, bridge builder, and communicator with a wide range of real-world experience: Farming, engineering, national defense, business, and piloting. Kristin has worked in shaping government policy in aviation (2006-2009)
New York | New York City Council D-4 | Independent | Candidate
Athayde is a first-generation American born and raised on the East Side of NYC. His campaign is about navigating and transcending political partisanship to arrive at real solutions that put people first.
Guglielmello graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from TCNJ, attained a Master’s of Public Policy from Rutgers, and earned a Master’s in Accounting from FDU. He is aligned with the Forward Party’s mission of electoral reform.
New York | Rockland County Executive | Independent | Candidate
Parietti is a Rockland County Native, Eagle Scout, County Wrestling Champion, West Point graduate, and former Captain of an NCAA wrestling team. He has a masters of biotechnology from Penn State University and organized Preserve Ramapo.
North Carolina | Greenville City Council Dist. 5 | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Tann is a father, husband, veteran, retired law enforcement officer & more. Tann proudly served 4 years in the United States Army before beginning his 25+ year career in law enforcement. He is a member of the East Carolina Veteran's Council and more.
Chaudhary is a dedicated candidate for the Newtown Police Commission, leveraging extensive expertise in law enforcement and traffic safety science to serve his community effectively.
Pennsylvania | Philadelphia District Attorney | Republican | Candidate
Judge Dugan was appointed as a Municipal Judge in 2007, and then elected in 2009, 2015 & 2022, and chosen President Judge in 2019. In 2024, he resigned to run for DA
Pennsylvania | Court of Common Pleas Judge - 51st Judicial District | Democrat | Candidate
Attorney Royer worked as a Public Defender and continues to take court-appointed cases to assist those who cannot afford counsel and to serve the ideals set forth in the 6th Amendment guaranteeing the right to counsel to all Americans.
Colorado | Centennial City Council Dist. 1 | Incumbent
Robyn has a passion for community service, which led her to run city council 2021. Working in a non-partisan environment, Robyn sought collaboration with community and her colleagues to be responsive to her residents' needs.
A 24-year resident of Thornton, Nizam is a pragmatic candidate prioritizing solutions over ideology. He evaluates issues pragmatically, avoiding conventional partisan boxes. Nizam supports balanced, effective policies that benefit all.
New Jersey | Ocean County Clerk | Democrat | Candidate
Pinkava has been a math educator for over 15 years. He took a break from teaching in 2023 to work for Scouting America’s Jersey Shore Council. He is committed to modernizing the clerk's office so older records are easier to find.
South Carolina | Spartanburg County Council District 3 | Forward | Candidate
Gonzalez is a Spartanburg native running to represent her neighbors and help make Spartanburg the best for all. She believes the County deserves a government that better represents the general population and aims to help the community.
Colorado | Mayor of Longmont | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Dalal is a PhD chemist and housing advocate running for Longmont Mayor. Co-founder of LAUNCH Longmont Housing, he eliminated residential parking minimums citywide. He serves on the Longmont Community Foundation board and city police oversight panel.
New Jersey | State Assembly Dist. 24 | Democrat | Candidate
Steve is running to bring attention to, and address, the corruption that is prevalent in the state. Electoral law and government processes are controlled in great measure by the legislature and so that is where reform processes must begin.
Pennsylvania | Judge of Elections | Forward | Candidate
Steve has lived in Ardmore, Delaware County for over 24 years. As a civil engineer, he has engaged with government employees and regulators of all political stripes and he believes close-minded partisanship isn’t in the best interest of Pennsylvania.
New Jersey | Hunterdon County Commissioner | Democrat | Candidate
Born in Philadelphia & a Drexel University graduate, Susan offer proven leadership, accountability, & a focus on results.Her career includes managing iconic stores like Bonwit Teller and Emporium across the country giving her a broad perspective.
Maryland | Mayor of Gaithersburg | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Tiffany Kelly is a mother, grandmother, and small business owner whose life experience reflects the lives of so many in Gaithersburg. Professionally, Tiffany brings decades of experience across nonprofit, local, and federal government.
Pennsylvania | Delaware County Controller | Republican | Candidate
Born in Upper Chichester in Delaware County, Feldman is a tax accountant who will focus on internal audits of the county agencies to ensure no fraudulent or wasteful spending of taxpayer's dollars.
New Jersey | NJ State Assembly Leg. Dist. 23 | Democrat | Candidate
Tyler Powell is a cybersecurity expert, Rutgers graduate, and civic leader running for Assembly in NJ’s LD-23. A former Republican turned Democrat, he supports the Forward Party's efforts to champion ethical, people-first leadership.
New Jersey | Jersey City Municipal Council, Ward D | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Veronica is a Jersey City Heights resident, daughter of an immigrant father, and community advocate. A policy leader with experience in government, nonprofit, and private sectors, she founded NJ’s Data + Policy Team and now leads efforts to pass RCV.
Minnesota | Mayor of St. Paul | Nonpartisan | Candidate
Yan Chen, a biophysicist, small business owner, and community builder, is running for mayor of Saint Paul to bring fiscal responsibility, transparency, and practical solutions. She believes St. Paul needs leadership that learns from past mistakes.
