11 Oct 2025 Reading time: 1 minute 
This is Endorsement #5 — for James Talarico, an eighth‑generation Texan, former middle school teacher, Presbyterian seminarian, and state representative now running for the U.S. Senate. His profile blends moral grounding with practical know‑how: time in the classroom, time in the legislature, and the conviction to challenge the donor‑driven status quo.
The case is straightforward: root out corruption that distorts policy, and return power to working people. That posture — pro‑worker, persuasion‑first, and unafraid of entrenched interests — is exactly what I want to see more of in national politics.
Why this endorsement
- Grounded in real life: Classroom experience and training as a Presbyterian seminarian inform a politics with empathy, discipline, and a service mindset.
- Anti‑corruption: Willing to take on mega‑donors and the political machinery that props them up — not trim to it.
- Bread‑and‑butter priorities: A focus on affordability and services that work — wages, housing, and health care over donor talking points.
- Movement mindset: Neighbor‑to‑neighbor organizing and coalition‑building that can outlast a single cycle.
If this aligns with your politics, lend a hand. Campaigns like this are built, not bought.
10 Oct 2025 Reading time: 1 minute 
This one’s personal. I’m making this Endorsement #4 for Cori Bush — because the coalition she represents is the one I want to grow: working‑class, affordability‑first, independent of big money.
It would be good on the merits to have Cori back in Congress. It’s also strategically important: a strong campaign here will drain resources from AIPAC that could otherwise be aimed at other pro‑worker candidates. If you share that calculus, consider donating or volunteering above.
Why this endorsement
- Working people first: Housing, health care, wages — not donor talking points.
- Independent of big money: People‑powered posture; say what you mean, do what you say.
- Movement building: Organizing that outlasts one cycle or one candidate.
If you’re aligned with the platform and the posture, chip in or volunteer. Campaigns like this are built, not bought.
08 Oct 2025 Reading time: 1 minute 
Abdul comes out of public health and it shows. Less press‑release talk, more “does it work?” That bias toward building things that actually function is why I’m making this Endorsement #3.
What I’m backing:
- Fix‑things mindset: Public program experience; cares about outcomes, not vibes.
- Affordability first: Make life cheaper — housing, health care, wages that keep pace.
- Independent coalition: People‑powered, and endorsed by U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders.
If this reads like your politics, lend a hand. Campaigns like this are built, not bought.
07 Oct 2025 Reading time: 1 minute 
This shouldn’t be a surprise — I’ve been writing about Zohran for months — but I want to make it official in my Endorsements series. This is Endorsement #2.
If you’ve followed along, you’ve seen these earlier posts:
Put simply: Zohran has been the clearest, most consistent voice on affordability in NYC politics — and he’s backed it up with shoe‑leather organizing, coalition‑building, and a refusal to bend to big‑money interests. That’s the combination that wins elections and, more importantly, delivers for working people.
Why this endorsement
- Working‑class focus and relentless emphasis on affordability — rent, transit, groceries, housing.
- Persuasion‑first, pro‑worker populism that resonates far beyond the traditional base.
- Independence from big‑money politics; organizing power rooted in real people.
If you’re aligned with the platform and the posture, chip in or volunteer above. Let’s keep organizing — and keep the focus on working people.
