In the Street and at the Ballot Box

Democrats and progressives saw big wins around the country in 2025. Lean Left worked in three states that held important elections and experienced similar results: the retention of three state Supreme Court justices in PA; a sweep of the statewide races for Governor, Lt. Governor, and Attorney General as well as 13 House seats flipped in VA; and 630+ municipal races won in NC. This means the wind is at our backs as we turn to the midterms in 2026.

But we can’t rest. We will need to step out of our comfort zones and commit to doing whatever we can to protect voters’ rights and encourage turnout for Democratic candidates.

The GOP continues their effort to take control of elections at the state and local levels through voter suppression legislation. They are also taking control of election boards that have the power to certify, or refuse to certify, election results, and they have leaned into gerrymandering wherever they can. 

For 8 years, Lean Left Vermont has been forging strong ties with on-the-ground organizers in crucial battleground states so we can connect Vermont activists with effective ways to ensure a robust and just democracy. In 2026, Lean Left Vermont will be working in these key swing states: Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and New Hampshire.

Lean Left Vermont Organizers

Dana, Gretchen, Brooke, Susan, Elizabeth, Janet, Eve, Rebecca

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