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Over the next 5 years, we’ll be working to build Democratic power in state legislatures to help pass progressive legislation and drive critical electoral turnout. Thank you for coming with us!

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NYC teams drive down to Virginia to canvass on behalf of Delegate Wendy Gooditis.
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Sister District volunteers with Washington candidate Emily Randall
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What's Happening at Sister District?

We can hardly keep up ourselves! Check our our latest blog posts below, or go to our news section for the full list of stories from the field, research, and more! Our talented team includes lawyers, academics, advocates, community leaders, and many others who contribute their skills and brainpower to building Democratic representation in state legislatures. We discuss these important issues, interview our candidates, talk about current events, and share our research findings.
Political Strategy
Sister District

Building Power for the Future: Sister District’s 10-Year Plan to Win in the States

Sister District is launching a transformative 10-year strategy to build lasting Democratic power in the states. Our focus: winning urgent elections, flipping key chambers, and strengthening progressive infrastructure. We will make strategic investments in Virginia in 2025 and in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin in 2026 Read on to see how we’ll defend seats, make inroads, and reshape the map for years to come.

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March 19, 2025
Research and Experiments
Gaby Goldstein and Jillian Evans

Downballot Roll-Off in 2024: A First Look at the Chamber-Level Findings 

Sister District’s initial post-election analysis of state legislative races in 2024 reveals unexpected trends in downballot roll-off. While Democrats traditionally experience higher roll-off rates, chamber-level data suggests notable deviations—especially in North Carolina, where Democratic state legislative candidates outperformed Kamala Harris, and Republican candidates saw greater roll-off than expected. This report takes a first look at these patterns, comparing them to historical trends from 2016 and 2020.

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February 3, 2025
Thought Leadership
Gaby Goldstein

States & Stats 12/19: Virginia 2025: Every Vote Counts—Here’s the Data to Prove It

Welcome to the final issue of the States & Stats Newsletter for 2024! In this edition, we look ahead to the critical 2025 elections for the Virginia House of Delegates. With Democrats holding narrow legislative majorities, we dive into lessons from past elections, including the impact of downballot roll-off, and explore strategies to motivate voters to support state legislative candidates. As we prepare for next year’s challenges, your support and engagement are more vital than ever.

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December 21, 2024
Candidates and Races
Sister District

Special Election in Virginia: Support Kannan Srinivasan & JJ Singh on January 7!

Virginia’s special election on January 7, 2025, is a pivotal moment. With control of the state legislature at stake, we’re proud to endorse Kannan Srinivasan (SD-32) and JJ Singh (HD-26). These races will decide the future of Virginia’s policies on abortion rights, health care, and education while setting the stage for the national political landscape in 2025. Join us in supporting their campaigns!

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December 17, 2024
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