Emily is a freshman state senator and the only third-party member of the legislature, bringing a fresh, people-first perspective to state government. As a nonprofit leader and social service worker, she has spent her career serving the community.
North Carolina | Concord City Council District 4 | Nonpartisan
A consultant specializing in policy analysis and social science research, she’s running to advance economic mobility believing it’s the key to solving broader issues. She joined the Forward Party for its focus on innovation and unity.
Andrew is the LPS Board Vice President and was elected to his first term in 2021 to serve the LPS community. He and his wife, Megan, have four children. He is a voracious reader, hack musician, and would really like to be a Rockies fan.
Connecticut | Stonington First Selectman | Independent
Bill Middleton is a 30-year resident of Stonington. He is currently a member of the Board of Police Commissioners, and a trustee of Mystic Aquarium. Bill Middleton is the founder of Cannonball Management based in Stonington.
Minnesota | Olmsted County Commissioner Dist. 6 | Nonpartisan
Bob Hopkins is President of Allegra Marketing Print Mail in Rochester and Red Wing. Prior to Allegra Marketing, Bob has over 20 years of experience in communications within the federal government and national political level.
Colorado | Grand Junction City Council - District A and current mayor | Non-partisan | Incumbent
Cody originally ran for office due to his commitment to service and belief in transparency, accountability, and working together to solve challenges. Before retiring and running for city council, Cody was a law enforcement officer for nearly 17 years
Danny Ceisler is a U.S. Army officer, attorney, and former senior public safety official in Governor Josh Shapiro’s Administration. He’s running for Sheriff to implement common-sense policies and take politics out of law enforcement.
Connecticut | Stonington Board of Selectman Dist. 18 | Non-partisan
Deborah Norman has called Stonington home for over 30 years. She has built a small business and has served numerous community boards. Deborah is know for listening first, working collaboratively, and tackling challenges with practical solutions.
South Carolina | North Charleston City Council D-3 | Nonpartisan | Incumbent
Dr. Ganaway-Pasley is a retired Summary Court Judge, educator, and advocate for strong families and healthy communities. Raised in North Charleston, she holds a BS in Psychology, an MA in Counseling, and a PhD in Psychology.
Pennsylvania | Berks County Court of Common Pleas Judge | Democrat
Taylor has been a Magisterial District Judge since 2018 and is now running to be a Court of Common Pleas Judge. He is running because, among other things, he enjoys having a positive effect on the lives of those before him.
Eva is an experienced aerospace professional, mother, wife and citizen who is starting to hear the call of public service. She has been a poll worker clerk at her local election location for 3 years, and is running for Judge of Elections in the ward.
Maryland | Annapolis City Council Ward 1 | Democrat
Harry believes local government has tremendous power to make consistent improvements in residents' health, wealth, and happiness. As alderman, he pursues common sense policies to leave the world better than he found it.
Since moving to Maryland, James has served on the Board of Directors for the MD/DC/VA Landscape Contractors Association as well as a member of the National Collegiate Landscape Competition Committee.
South Carolina | Mayor of the City of Georgetown | Forward
Jay is a retired entrepreneur residing in Georgetown. His goal is to represent the people that don't have a voice in how the city develops. Jay chose the Forward Party based upon the ideals of rejecting hate and the disdain of partisan politics.
North Carolina | Wilmington City Council | Nonpartisan
Jeannie (JC) Lyle moved to Wilmington in 1996 and instantly fell in love with the area. She has ample experience leading Non-Profit organizations in the region, and hopes to make Wilmington affordable. JC will lead with compassion in the city.
Colorado | Mesa County School Board of Directors Dist. D | Nonpartisan
Kole is a former educator, active community member, and passionate mom. She held many leadership positions within her teaching career and has maintained leadership roles in her current occupation as well.
Colorado | Colorado Springs City Council - District 4 | Non-partisan | Candidate
Kimberly Gold, a military spouse, business leader, and Southeast Springs advocate! As the President & CEO of the Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce and a Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC board member.
Kristine is a community servant, active Rotarian and a former PTO President. She sees public service as a commitment to meeting voters and listening to the community’s needs. She is involved with Indivisible York and Red Lion Dallastown Rotary Club.
New York | Ulster County Legislator - Dist. 11 | Democrat
Donovan is an award winning professional, dynamic financial advisor, and visionary founder who’s revolutionizing how working individuals, families, and entrepreneurs secure their financial futures.
Colorado | Grand Junction City Council - District D | Non-partisan | Incumbent
Laurel Cole is in her first term as a Grand Junction City Councilor for District D. Grand Junction is a vibrant community that she deeply cares about. She originally ran on transparency, communication and careful planning that supports smart growth.
Pennsylvania | Derry Township School Director | Independent
Lesa Brackbill has worked to improve access to treatment in rare diseases, driven by the loss of her daughter to Krabbe disease. She modified two Newborn Screening laws, giving infants in PA with treatable diseases a chance at life.
Florida | Orlando City Council Dist. 3 | Nonpartisan
Roger is a lifelong Orlando resident, local businessman, and proven civic leader. He has served on Orlando's Municipal Planning Board, Downtown Development Board and Orlando Utilities Commission. He is committed to resorting trust and civility.
Pennsylvania | West Manchester Board of Supervisors | Republican
Ron Ruman ran to make government more responsive and update antiquated zoning laws. He is member of Fair Districts PA, advocating to end gerrymandering in PA, and he supports open primaries. He shares Forward's goals of citizen empowerment.
Steve Morris has spent his life serving the people who call Concord home, because he does, too. He attended A.L. Brown High School, NC State and is finishing his degree at UNC Charlotte. Steve believes Concord’s future should reflect all of us.
Tim’s drive for public service is rooted in his willingness to challenge the status quo and his track record of making real impact. Born and raised in Albuquerque, his leadership is centered around the “One Albuquerque” unity vision.
Connecticut | Granby Board of Finance | Independent
Proctor is the former Forward State lead for CT. He has been a Granby resident for 11 years, is active in many local boards and is running for the Board of Finance to ensure equal representation for unaffiliated voters.
Colorado | Mesa County School Board of Dir. Dist. E | Nonpartisan
Vicki and her husband raised their two children in Mesa County, where they attended District 51 schools. With over 30 years in education—as a teacher, administrator, and principal— she understands how complex public education can be.
Pennsylvania | Judge of Elections - Shaler Township, Ward 6, District 1 | Forward
Thompson is a research chemist and a University of Pittsburgh graduate who has lived in Pittsburgh for over a decade and in Shaler Township for 5+ years.
As an adoptive mother, educator, and Bangor resident, Amy Roeder is running to fight for fair wages, affordable healthcare, public education, and a greener future.
April brings more than 30 years of experience in Communications Law, Regulatory Affairs, and Public Advocacy to the race for Maryland’s 6th Congressional District.
Colorado | State House Dist. 43 | Incumbent | Democrat
Bob was a Republican for 30 years before the party left him in the Trump era. He then joined the Democratic party in 2021 and won “Democrat of the Year” in CO in 2022.
South Carolina | Charleston School Board Dist | 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
New Mexico | State House Dist. 17 | Incumbent | Democrat
Cynthia’s priorities for New Mexico include; working to sustain a balanced budget, increasing the number of police, expanding mental health programs, improving children’s welfare and much more.
North Carolina | US House NC-1 | Incumbent | Democrat
In 2022, Don was elected to the U.S. Congress representing his home community, eastern North Carolina. Don continues to serve as a proven champion for families and understands the issues that matter most to the community.
New York | Binghamton City Council Dist. 5 | Nonpartisan
Hadassah ran for Binghamton City Council in 2023. A Broome County resident for more than 30 years, she was on the board of the Binghamton regional sustainability coalition and mentored through the American Society of Quality.
Nebraska | Learning Community Coordinating Council - District 6 | Non-partisan | Affiliate
Jason is a dedicated educator, with experience teaching in four different school districts he represents. A veteran of the Air Force, Jason knows what it means to do the good work necessary to create real progress.
California | Oceanside City Council Dist. 3 | Candidate | Non-Partisan
Jimmy is a proven community leader in Oceanside with a long history of fighting for the needs of our residents, neighborhoods and countless families in Oceanside and throughout North County San Diego.
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.
New Mexico | State House Dist. 44 | Incumbent | Democrat
As a small-business owner, parent, and nonprofit leader, Kathleen Cates is running to advocate for fair representation, community needs, and shared values for District 44.
California | Carlsbad City Council Dist. 2 | Candidate | Non-Partisan
Shin served as a member of the Marine Corps for 13 years and wants to make Carlsbad a better place for his two daughters and the rest of his community.
Long is the owner of Peachy Corners Cafe, a husband, and father of two teenage sons. He is an active community member, having served on the Mayor of Dunwoody’s Economic Recovery Advisory Board, among others.
Colorado | La Plata County Commissioner Dist. 3 | Incumbent | Democrat
Matt Salka is a dedicated public servant with over 10 years of experience as an elected official, currently serving as the Chair of the Board of County Commissioners in La Plata County, Colorado.
Minnesota | Mayor of Vadnais Heights | Incumbent | Non-Partisan
Mike’s professional career centered on operational and marketing management roles across many industries. As Mayor of Vadnais Heights he has made the city more equitable, responsive and transparent.
California | Los Angeles District Attorney | Candidate | Independent
Nathan is running as a registered Independent in this nonpartisan DA race. He believes the DA should be fiercely independent and base decisions on the evidence and law, not on a political agenda.
Utah | State House Dist. 10 | Incumbent | Democrat
Rosemary was a member of the first class of women to be admitted to the University of Notre Dame. After graduation, she was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Air Force.
Colorado | State Senate Dist. 13 | Candidate | Republican
Scott Bright, a 3rd generation owner of a family-run early childhood education business, is running for Senate District 13 to focus on education and child development.
Utah | State House District 43 | Incumbent | Republican
Steve has been consistently ranked as one of the top five most effective lawmakers in Utah, and his bipartisan reputation continues to make him the best choice to represent his district.
Connecticut | State House Dist. 28 | Incumbent | Republican
Senator Tony Hwang, representing Connecticut’s 28th District, is an independent leader committed to fiscal responsibility, education, and public safety.
Kentucky | State House Dist. 88 | Candidate | Republican
Vanessa earned her master’s degree in diplomacy and international commerce and has lived, worked, studied, and traveled in nearly 60 countries around the world.
Pennsylvania | State Senate Dist. 8 | Incumbent | Democrat
As senator for one of the state’s most populous districts, he serves people of all economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds with sensibility and compassion.
Pennsylvania | State Senate Dist. 18 | Incumbent | Democrat
Currently, Senator Boscola serves as the Chair of the Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee where she has tirelessly protected consumers from utility rate increases.
Pennsylvania | City Commissioner | Incumbent | Republican
Seth Bluestein has served as City Commissioner – one of three members of the Board of Elections in charge of election operations and voter registration for the City of Philadelphia – since Feb. 2022
Pennsylvania | Allegheny County District Attorney | Incumbent | Forward Party
During his time as District Attorney, Mr. Zappala has pioneered and led reform to the criminal justice system which has been used across Pennsylvania and the United States.
Colorado | Mayor of Berthoud | Incumbent | Non-Partisan
With experience as a trustee and mayor, he has helped shape Berthoud into a desirable community through regional coalitions, outreach, and advocacy for local needs.
Farmville’s current mayor, Brian Vincent, was elected in November 2022. Mayor Vincent served as a town councilman from 2018 - 2022, the Board for the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources 2017 - 2025, and in numerous other positions.
