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913 Democratic Leaders on Their Plans to Restore the Country Once They Reclaim Power
The 2026 midterms aren’t just an election— they are a rescue mission. After years of defensive play, Democratic leaders are finally stepping out from the shadows and into the light of restoration. They aren’t just planning to win. They are planning to rebuild the very soul of the country. The movement has two beating hearts. On one side, Black leaders are standing as the ultimate guardians of democracy, fighting the battle to reclaim the ballot box and protect the progress that took generations to build. Meanwhile, a populist surge is targeting the boardroom, with leaders vowing to finally tilt the scales back toward the kitchen table and away from corporate giants. It’s a rare moment, but one that is needed, as the fight for civil rights and the fight for a living wage have become the same. From the front lines of justice to the heart of the working class, these 13 Democratic leaders aren’t just asking for your vote, they are offering a blueprint to take the country back… starting right now. Hakeem Jeffries (House Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 20: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol Building on April 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Jeffries spoke on a range of topics including the Virginia redistricting referendum and sexual assault allegations against members within the House of Representatives. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Jeffries advocates for a “First 100 Days” agenda focused on making the Affordable Care Act tax credits permanent, according to his website, and passing the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to restore federal oversight of local law enforcement. Wes Moore (Governor of Maryland) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 09: Wes Moore, Governor of the State of Maryland and a potential future presidential candidate, speaks during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention on April 09, 2026, in New York City. The 2026 annual convention of NAN brings politicians, civil rights leaders, community advocates, and others together for four days of discussions and panels. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) One of Wes Moore’s primary objectives is to help close the racial wealth gap. Moore argues that a Democratic return to power must include a “Work, Wages, and Wealth” agenda, his office announced. The agenda will feature a national service year for youth and massive federal investment in minority-owned businesses to build generational wealth. Kamala Harris (Former Vice President) DETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 18: Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the 38th Annual Michigan Democratic Women’s Caucus Legacy Luncheon on April 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Michigan will be a closely watched state in the 2026 midterm elections, with statewide races being held for Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State, and national races for U.S. Congress and an open U.S. Senate seat. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) Former Vice President Kamala Harris is fighting for federal restoration of reproductive rights, the American Civil Liberties Union reported. She argues that the first act of a new Democratic majority must be passing a national law to codify abortion access and override state-level bans. She also calls for an all-out mobilization to reclaim the federal judiciary to protect civil liberties. Rev. Al Sharpton (President, National Action Network) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 11: Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of the National Action Network speaks at the National Action Network annual convention on April 11, 2026 in New York City. A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will descend on a Sheraton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this week for Al Sharpton’s National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) Sharpton, the founder and president of the National Action Network, insists that Democrats must immediately use executive authority to restore DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies in the military and federal contracting. He demands a specific plan to protect Section II of the Voting Rights Act from further rollbacks and the reinstatement of federal equity standards. Elizabeth Warren (U.S. Senator, Massachusetts) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 05: Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Ranking Member Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) questions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on February 05, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Committee met to hear testimony on the Financial Stability Oversight Council’s Annual Report to Congress. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) Warren’s roadmap for restoration involves passing federal price-gouging laws to lower grocery costs, CNBC reported, and using the FTC to aggressively break up monopolies in the tech and pharmaceutical sectors, ending corporate capture for good. Josh Shapiro (Governor of Pennsylvania) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 08: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks with Rev. Al Sharpton, President & Founder, National Action Network in a “fireside chat” during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention at the Sheraton Times Square on April 08, 2026 in New York City. Various 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will make appearances this week for NAN 35th Anniversary Convention, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) The Shapiro Foundation announced the governor is pushing for a federal version of his Pennsylvania model of cutting taxes for working families while significantly increasing funding for vocational training and police recruitment to prove Democrats can handle both the economy and public safety. Pete Buttigieg (Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 16: Pete Buttigieg speaks during a town hall at the La Crosse Center on January 16, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Buttigieg spoke about housing costs, child care, and the need for leadership. (Photo by Kayla Wolf/Getty Images) Now out of the Cabinet and on the campaign trail, Buttigieg is the party’s Communicator-in-Chief, vowing to win back the working class by focusing on infrastructure and local economics, bridging the gap between urban progressives and rural voters, the U.S. Department of State announced. Gavin Newsom (Governor of California) SAN LORENZO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 18: Governor Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School as he signs executive order to expand womenâs access to capital and wealth-building opportunities in partnership with First Partner Siebel Newsom in San Lorenzo, California, United States on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) Newsom, the Green and Rights Vanguard, positions the party as the “Anti-Authoritarian” force. His restoration plan involves a mandatory federal transition to renewable energy, his office reported, and using federal power to sue states that restrict civil or voting rights. Chuck Schumer (Senate Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 14: U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks during a news conference following a weekly Democrat policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. Senate Democrats and Republicans both took questions on a range of topics including negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Sen. Schumer’s focus is on reversing budget cuts to social programs in an effort to restore the social safety net. He argues that once back in power, Democrats must immediately lower prescription drug costs for all ages and pass a national Patients’ Bill of Rights. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (U.S. Representative, New York) 13 February 2026, Bavaria, Munich: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, US politician, takes part in the Munich Security Conference. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images) Ocasio-Cortez directs the party to treat care, specifically universal child care, as a public good. Her specific mandate for a new majority is to cap child care costs at $10 a day for all American families and pass a Federal Jobs Guarantee linked to green infrastructure. Zohran Mamdani (Mayor of New York City) New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a Union Now rally held at Terminal 5 in New York, NY, USA on April 12, 2026. (Photo by Jason Alpert-Wisnia / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images) Mamdani argues for national rent control and a massive federal “Social Housing” build-out to eliminate homelessness and make urban living affordable for the working class, and housing as a human right. Adriano Espaillat (U.S. Representative, New York) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) walks through the U.S. Capitol on February 10, 2026 in Washington, DC. House Democrats gathered for a weekly caucus meeting Tuesday morning. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images) Leading the Hispanic Caucus, Espaillat insists that the party must immediately end mass deportation tactics and create a clear, streamlined pathway to citizenship for long-term undocumented residents and Dreamers. Maxwell Frost (U.S. Representative, Florida) WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 18: Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL) speaks to reporters following Democrats walking out of a closed briefing by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in front of the House Oversight Committee at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) Frost argues that Democrats must use their power to pass a national ban on assault weapons and eliminate “junk fees” for renters, framing these as the most critical issues for restoring the dignity of young Americans and ending the gun violence epidemic.
13 Democratic Leaders on Their Plans to Restore the Country Once They Reclaim Power
The 2026 midterms aren’t just an election— they are a rescue mission. After years of defensive play, Democratic leaders are finally stepping out from the shadows and into the light of restoration. They aren’t just planning to win. They are planning to rebuild the very soul of the country. The movement has two beating hearts. On one side, Black leaders are standing as the ultimate guardians of democracy, fighting the battle to reclaim the ballot box and protect the progress that took generations to build. Meanwhile, a populist surge is targeting the boardroom, with leaders vowing to finally tilt the scales back toward the kitchen table and away from corporate giants. It’s a rare moment, but one that is needed, as the fight for civil rights and the fight for a living wage have become the same. From the front lines of justice to the heart of the working class, these 13 Democratic leaders aren’t just asking for your vote, they are offering a blueprint to take the country back… starting right now. Hakeem Jeffries (House Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 20: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol Building on April 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Jeffries spoke on a range of topics including the Virginia redistricting referendum and sexual assault allegations against members within the House of Representatives. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Jeffries advocates for a “First 100 Days” agenda focused on making the Affordable Care Act tax credits permanent, according to his website, and passing the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to restore federal oversight of local law enforcement. Wes Moore (Governor of Maryland) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 09: Wes Moore, Governor of the State of Maryland and a potential future presidential candidate, speaks during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention on April 09, 2026, in New York City. The 2026 annual convention of NAN brings politicians, civil rights leaders, community advocates, and others together for four days of discussions and panels. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) One of Wes Moore’s primary objectives is to help close the racial wealth gap. Moore argues that a Democratic return to power must include a “Work, Wages, and Wealth” agenda, his office announced. The agenda will feature a national service year for youth and massive federal investment in minority-owned businesses to build generational wealth. Kamala Harris (Former Vice President) DETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 18: Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the 38th Annual Michigan Democratic Women’s Caucus Legacy Luncheon on April 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Michigan will be a closely watched state in the 2026 midterm elections, with statewide races being held for Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State, and national races for U.S. Congress and an open U.S. Senate seat. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) Former Vice President Kamala Harris is fighting for federal restoration of reproductive rights, the American Civil Liberties Union reported. She argues that the first act of a new Democratic majority must be passing a national law to codify abortion access and override state-level bans. She also calls for an all-out mobilization to reclaim the federal judiciary to protect civil liberties. Rev. Al Sharpton (President, National Action Network) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 11: Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of the National Action Network speaks at the National Action Network annual convention on April 11, 2026 in New York City. A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will descend on a Sheraton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this week for Al Sharpton’s National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) Sharpton, the founder and president of the National Action Network, insists that Democrats must immediately use executive authority to restore DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies in the military and federal contracting. He demands a specific plan to protect Section II of the Voting Rights Act from further rollbacks and the reinstatement of federal equity standards. Elizabeth Warren (U.S. Senator, Massachusetts) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 05: Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Ranking Member Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) questions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on February 05, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Committee met to hear testimony on the Financial Stability Oversight Council’s Annual Report to Congress. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) Warren’s roadmap for restoration involves passing federal price-gouging laws to lower grocery costs, CNBC reported, and using the FTC to aggressively break up monopolies in the tech and pharmaceutical sectors, ending corporate capture for good. Josh Shapiro (Governor of Pennsylvania) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 08: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks with Rev. Al Sharpton, President & Founder, National Action Network in a “fireside chat” during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention at the Sheraton Times Square on April 08, 2026 in New York City. Various 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will make appearances this week for NAN 35th Anniversary Convention, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) The Shapiro Foundation announced the governor is pushing for a federal version of his Pennsylvania model of cutting taxes for working families while significantly increasing funding for vocational training and police recruitment to prove Democrats can handle both the economy and public safety. Pete Buttigieg (Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 16: Pete Buttigieg speaks during a town hall at the La Crosse Center on January 16, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Buttigieg spoke about housing costs, child care, and the need for leadership. (Photo by Kayla Wolf/Getty Images) Now out of the Cabinet and on the campaign trail, Buttigieg is the party’s Communicator-in-Chief, vowing to win back the working class by focusing on infrastructure and local economics, bridging the gap between urban progressives and rural voters, the U.S. Department of State announced. Gavin Newsom (Governor of California) SAN LORENZO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 18: Governor Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School as he signs executive order to expand womenâs access to capital and wealth-building opportunities in partnership with First Partner Siebel Newsom in San Lorenzo, California, United States on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) Newsom, the Green and Rights Vanguard, positions the party as the “Anti-Authoritarian” force. His restoration plan involves a mandatory federal transition to renewable energy, his office reported, and using federal power to sue states that restrict civil or voting rights. Chuck Schumer (Senate Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 14: U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks during a news conference following a weekly Democrat policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. Senate Democrats and Republicans both took questions on a range of topics including negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Sen. Schumer’s focus is on reversing budget cuts to social programs in an effort to restore the social safety net. He argues that once back in power, Democrats must immediately lower prescription drug costs for all ages and pass a national Patients’ Bill of Rights. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (U.S. Representative, New York) 13 February 2026, Bavaria, Munich: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, US politician, takes part in the Munich Security Conference. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images) Ocasio-Cortez directs the party to treat care, specifically universal child care, as a public good. Her specific mandate for a new majority is to cap child care costs at $10 a day for all American families and pass a Federal Jobs Guarantee linked to green infrastructure. Zohran Mamdani (Mayor of New York City) New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a Union Now rally held at Terminal 5 in New York, NY, USA on April 12, 2026. (Photo by Jason Alpert-Wisnia / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images) Mamdani argues for national rent control and a massive federal “Social Housing” build-out to eliminate homelessness and make urban living affordable for the working class, and housing as a human right. Adriano Espaillat (U.S. Representative, New York) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) walks through the U.S. Capitol on February 10, 2026 in Washington, DC. House Democrats gathered for a weekly caucus meeting Tuesday morning. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images) Leading the Hispanic Caucus, Espaillat insists that the party must immediately end mass deportation tactics and create a clear, streamlined pathway to citizenship for long-term undocumented residents and Dreamers. Maxwell Frost (U.S. Representative, Florida) WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 18: Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL) speaks to reporters following Democrats walking out of a closed briefing by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in front of the House Oversight Committee at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) Frost argues that Democrats must use their power to pass a national ban on assault weapons and eliminate “junk fees” for renters, framing these as the most critical issues for restoring the dignity of young Americans and ending the gun violence epidemic.
13 Democratic Leaders on Their Plans to Restore the Country Once They Reclaim Power
The 2026 midterms aren’t just an election— they are a rescue mission. After years of defensive play, Democratic leaders are finally stepping out from the shadows and into the light of restoration. They aren’t just planning to win. They are planning to rebuild the very soul of the country. The movement has two beating hearts. On one side, Black leaders are standing as the ultimate guardians of democracy, fighting the battle to reclaim the ballot box and protect the progress that took generations to build. Meanwhile, a populist surge is targeting the boardroom, with leaders vowing to finally tilt the scales back toward the kitchen table and away from corporate giants. It’s a rare moment, but one that is needed, as the fight for civil rights and the fight for a living wage have become the same. From the front lines of justice to the heart of the working class, these 13 Democratic leaders aren’t just asking for your vote, they are offering a blueprint to take the country back… starting right now. Hakeem Jeffries (House Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 20: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol Building on April 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Jeffries spoke on a range of topics including the Virginia redistricting referendum and sexual assault allegations against members within the House of Representatives. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Jeffries advocates for a “First 100 Days” agenda focused on making the Affordable Care Act tax credits permanent, according to his website, and passing the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to restore federal oversight of local law enforcement. Wes Moore (Governor of Maryland) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 09: Wes Moore, Governor of the State of Maryland and a potential future presidential candidate, speaks during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention on April 09, 2026, in New York City. The 2026 annual convention of NAN brings politicians, civil rights leaders, community advocates, and others together for four days of discussions and panels. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) One of Wes Moore’s primary objectives is to help close the racial wealth gap. Moore argues that a Democratic return to power must include a “Work, Wages, and Wealth” agenda, his office announced. The agenda will feature a national service year for youth and massive federal investment in minority-owned businesses to build generational wealth. Kamala Harris (Former Vice President) DETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 18: Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the 38th Annual Michigan Democratic Women’s Caucus Legacy Luncheon on April 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Michigan will be a closely watched state in the 2026 midterm elections, with statewide races being held for Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State, and national races for U.S. Congress and an open U.S. Senate seat. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) Former Vice President Kamala Harris is fighting for federal restoration of reproductive rights, the American Civil Liberties Union reported. She argues that the first act of a new Democratic majority must be passing a national law to codify abortion access and override state-level bans. She also calls for an all-out mobilization to reclaim the federal judiciary to protect civil liberties. Rev. Al Sharpton (President, National Action Network) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 11: Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of the National Action Network speaks at the National Action Network annual convention on April 11, 2026 in New York City. A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will descend on a Sheraton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this week for Al Sharpton’s National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) Sharpton, the founder and president of the National Action Network, insists that Democrats must immediately use executive authority to restore DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies in the military and federal contracting. He demands a specific plan to protect Section II of the Voting Rights Act from further rollbacks and the reinstatement of federal equity standards. Elizabeth Warren (U.S. Senator, Massachusetts) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 05: Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Ranking Member Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) questions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on February 05, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Committee met to hear testimony on the Financial Stability Oversight Council’s Annual Report to Congress. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) Warren’s roadmap for restoration involves passing federal price-gouging laws to lower grocery costs, CNBC reported, and using the FTC to aggressively break up monopolies in the tech and pharmaceutical sectors, ending corporate capture for good. Josh Shapiro (Governor of Pennsylvania) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 08: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks with Rev. Al Sharpton, President & Founder, National Action Network in a “fireside chat” during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention at the Sheraton Times Square on April 08, 2026 in New York City. Various 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will make appearances this week for NAN 35th Anniversary Convention, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) The Shapiro Foundation announced the governor is pushing for a federal version of his Pennsylvania model of cutting taxes for working families while significantly increasing funding for vocational training and police recruitment to prove Democrats can handle both the economy and public safety. Pete Buttigieg (Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 16: Pete Buttigieg speaks during a town hall at the La Crosse Center on January 16, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Buttigieg spoke about housing costs, child care, and the need for leadership. (Photo by Kayla Wolf/Getty Images) Now out of the Cabinet and on the campaign trail, Buttigieg is the party’s Communicator-in-Chief, vowing to win back the working class by focusing on infrastructure and local economics, bridging the gap between urban progressives and rural voters, the U.S. Department of State announced. Gavin Newsom (Governor of California) SAN LORENZO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 18: Governor Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School as he signs executive order to expand womenâs access to capital and wealth-building opportunities in partnership with First Partner Siebel Newsom in San Lorenzo, California, United States on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) Newsom, the Green and Rights Vanguard, positions the party as the “Anti-Authoritarian” force. His restoration plan involves a mandatory federal transition to renewable energy, his office reported, and using federal power to sue states that restrict civil or voting rights. Chuck Schumer (Senate Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 14: U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks during a news conference following a weekly Democrat policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. Senate Democrats and Republicans both took questions on a range of topics including negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Sen. Schumer’s focus is on reversing budget cuts to social programs in an effort to restore the social safety net. He argues that once back in power, Democrats must immediately lower prescription drug costs for all ages and pass a national Patients’ Bill of Rights. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (U.S. Representative, New York) 13 February 2026, Bavaria, Munich: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, US politician, takes part in the Munich Security Conference. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images) Ocasio-Cortez directs the party to treat care, specifically universal child care, as a public good. Her specific mandate for a new majority is to cap child care costs at $10 a day for all American families and pass a Federal Jobs Guarantee linked to green infrastructure. Zohran Mamdani (Mayor of New York City) New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a Union Now rally held at Terminal 5 in New York, NY, USA on April 12, 2026. (Photo by Jason Alpert-Wisnia / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images) Mamdani argues for national rent control and a massive federal “Social Housing” build-out to eliminate homelessness and make urban living affordable for the working class, and housing as a human right. Adriano Espaillat (U.S. Representative, New York) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) walks through the U.S. Capitol on February 10, 2026 in Washington, DC. House Democrats gathered for a weekly caucus meeting Tuesday morning. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images) Leading the Hispanic Caucus, Espaillat insists that the party must immediately end mass deportation tactics and create a clear, streamlined pathway to citizenship for long-term undocumented residents and Dreamers. Maxwell Frost (U.S. Representative, Florida) WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 18: Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL) speaks to reporters following Democrats walking out of a closed briefing by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in front of the House Oversight Committee at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) Frost argues that Democrats must use their power to pass a national ban on assault weapons and eliminate “junk fees” for renters, framing these as the most critical issues for restoring the dignity of young Americans and ending the gun violence epidemic.
13 Democratic Leaders on Their Plans to Restore the Country Once They Reclaim Power
The 2026 midterms aren’t just an election— they are a rescue mission. After years of defensive play, Democratic leaders are finally stepping out from the shadows and into the light of restoration. They aren’t just planning to win. They are planning to rebuild the very soul of the country. The movement has two beating hearts. On one side, Black leaders are standing as the ultimate guardians of democracy, fighting the battle to reclaim the ballot box and protect the progress that took generations to build. Meanwhile, a populist surge is targeting the boardroom, with leaders vowing to finally tilt the scales back toward the kitchen table and away from corporate giants. It’s a rare moment, but one that is needed, as the fight for civil rights and the fight for a living wage have become the same. From the front lines of justice to the heart of the working class, these 13 Democratic leaders aren’t just asking for your vote, they are offering a blueprint to take the country back… starting right now. Hakeem Jeffries (House Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 20: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol Building on April 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Jeffries spoke on a range of topics including the Virginia redistricting referendum and sexual assault allegations against members within the House of Representatives. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Jeffries advocates for a “First 100 Days” agenda focused on making the Affordable Care Act tax credits permanent, according to his website, and passing the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to restore federal oversight of local law enforcement. Wes Moore (Governor of Maryland) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 09: Wes Moore, Governor of the State of Maryland and a potential future presidential candidate, speaks during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention on April 09, 2026, in New York City. The 2026 annual convention of NAN brings politicians, civil rights leaders, community advocates, and others together for four days of discussions and panels. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) One of Wes Moore’s primary objectives is to help close the racial wealth gap. Moore argues that a Democratic return to power must include a “Work, Wages, and Wealth” agenda, his office announced. The agenda will feature a national service year for youth and massive federal investment in minority-owned businesses to build generational wealth. Kamala Harris (Former Vice President) DETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 18: Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the 38th Annual Michigan Democratic Women’s Caucus Legacy Luncheon on April 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Michigan will be a closely watched state in the 2026 midterm elections, with statewide races being held for Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State, and national races for U.S. Congress and an open U.S. Senate seat. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) Former Vice President Kamala Harris is fighting for federal restoration of reproductive rights, the American Civil Liberties Union reported. She argues that the first act of a new Democratic majority must be passing a national law to codify abortion access and override state-level bans. She also calls for an all-out mobilization to reclaim the federal judiciary to protect civil liberties. Rev. Al Sharpton (President, National Action Network) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 11: Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of the National Action Network speaks at the National Action Network annual convention on April 11, 2026 in New York City. A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will descend on a Sheraton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this week for Al Sharpton’s National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) Sharpton, the founder and president of the National Action Network, insists that Democrats must immediately use executive authority to restore DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies in the military and federal contracting. He demands a specific plan to protect Section II of the Voting Rights Act from further rollbacks and the reinstatement of federal equity standards. Elizabeth Warren (U.S. Senator, Massachusetts) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 05: Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Ranking Member Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) questions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on February 05, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Committee met to hear testimony on the Financial Stability Oversight Council’s Annual Report to Congress. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) Warren’s roadmap for restoration involves passing federal price-gouging laws to lower grocery costs, CNBC reported, and using the FTC to aggressively break up monopolies in the tech and pharmaceutical sectors, ending corporate capture for good. Josh Shapiro (Governor of Pennsylvania) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 08: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks with Rev. Al Sharpton, President & Founder, National Action Network in a “fireside chat” during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention at the Sheraton Times Square on April 08, 2026 in New York City. Various 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will make appearances this week for NAN 35th Anniversary Convention, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) The Shapiro Foundation announced the governor is pushing for a federal version of his Pennsylvania model of cutting taxes for working families while significantly increasing funding for vocational training and police recruitment to prove Democrats can handle both the economy and public safety. Pete Buttigieg (Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 16: Pete Buttigieg speaks during a town hall at the La Crosse Center on January 16, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Buttigieg spoke about housing costs, child care, and the need for leadership. (Photo by Kayla Wolf/Getty Images) Now out of the Cabinet and on the campaign trail, Buttigieg is the party’s Communicator-in-Chief, vowing to win back the working class by focusing on infrastructure and local economics, bridging the gap between urban progressives and rural voters, the U.S. Department of State announced. Gavin Newsom (Governor of California) SAN LORENZO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 18: Governor Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School as he signs executive order to expand womenâs access to capital and wealth-building opportunities in partnership with First Partner Siebel Newsom in San Lorenzo, California, United States on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) Newsom, the Green and Rights Vanguard, positions the party as the “Anti-Authoritarian” force. His restoration plan involves a mandatory federal transition to renewable energy, his office reported, and using federal power to sue states that restrict civil or voting rights. Chuck Schumer (Senate Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 14: U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks during a news conference following a weekly Democrat policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. Senate Democrats and Republicans both took questions on a range of topics including negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Sen. Schumer’s focus is on reversing budget cuts to social programs in an effort to restore the social safety net. He argues that once back in power, Democrats must immediately lower prescription drug costs for all ages and pass a national Patients’ Bill of Rights. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (U.S. Representative, New York) 13 February 2026, Bavaria, Munich: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, US politician, takes part in the Munich Security Conference. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images) Ocasio-Cortez directs the party to treat care, specifically universal child care, as a public good. Her specific mandate for a new majority is to cap child care costs at $10 a day for all American families and pass a Federal Jobs Guarantee linked to green infrastructure. Zohran Mamdani (Mayor of New York City) New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a Union Now rally held at Terminal 5 in New York, NY, USA on April 12, 2026. (Photo by Jason Alpert-Wisnia / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images) Mamdani argues for national rent control and a massive federal “Social Housing” build-out to eliminate homelessness and make urban living affordable for the working class, and housing as a human right. Adriano Espaillat (U.S. Representative, New York) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) walks through the U.S. Capitol on February 10, 2026 in Washington, DC. House Democrats gathered for a weekly caucus meeting Tuesday morning. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images) Leading the Hispanic Caucus, Espaillat insists that the party must immediately end mass deportation tactics and create a clear, streamlined pathway to citizenship for long-term undocumented residents and Dreamers. Maxwell Frost (U.S. Representative, Florida) WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 18: Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL) speaks to reporters following Democrats walking out of a closed briefing by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in front of the House Oversight Committee at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) Frost argues that Democrats must use their power to pass a national ban on assault weapons and eliminate “junk fees” for renters, framing these as the most critical issues for restoring the dignity of young Americans and ending the gun violence epidemic.
13 Democratic Leaders on Their Plans to Restore the Country Once They Reclaim Power
The 2026 midterms aren’t just an election— they are a rescue mission. After years of defensive play, Democratic leaders are finally stepping out from the shadows and into the light of restoration. They aren’t just planning to win. They are planning to rebuild the very soul of the country. The movement has two beating hearts. On one side, Black leaders are standing as the ultimate guardians of democracy, fighting the battle to reclaim the ballot box and protect the progress that took generations to build. Meanwhile, a populist surge is targeting the boardroom, with leaders vowing to finally tilt the scales back toward the kitchen table and away from corporate giants. It’s a rare moment, but one that is needed, as the fight for civil rights and the fight for a living wage have become the same. From the front lines of justice to the heart of the working class, these 13 Democratic leaders aren’t just asking for your vote, they are offering a blueprint to take the country back… starting right now. Hakeem Jeffries (House Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 20: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol Building on April 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Jeffries spoke on a range of topics including the Virginia redistricting referendum and sexual assault allegations against members within the House of Representatives. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Jeffries advocates for a “First 100 Days” agenda focused on making the Affordable Care Act tax credits permanent, according to his website, and passing the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to restore federal oversight of local law enforcement. Wes Moore (Governor of Maryland) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 09: Wes Moore, Governor of the State of Maryland and a potential future presidential candidate, speaks during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention on April 09, 2026, in New York City. The 2026 annual convention of NAN brings politicians, civil rights leaders, community advocates, and others together for four days of discussions and panels. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) One of Wes Moore’s primary objectives is to help close the racial wealth gap. Moore argues that a Democratic return to power must include a “Work, Wages, and Wealth” agenda, his office announced. The agenda will feature a national service year for youth and massive federal investment in minority-owned businesses to build generational wealth. Kamala Harris (Former Vice President) DETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 18: Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the 38th Annual Michigan Democratic Women’s Caucus Legacy Luncheon on April 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Michigan will be a closely watched state in the 2026 midterm elections, with statewide races being held for Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State, and national races for U.S. Congress and an open U.S. Senate seat. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) Former Vice President Kamala Harris is fighting for federal restoration of reproductive rights, the American Civil Liberties Union reported. She argues that the first act of a new Democratic majority must be passing a national law to codify abortion access and override state-level bans. She also calls for an all-out mobilization to reclaim the federal judiciary to protect civil liberties. Rev. Al Sharpton (President, National Action Network) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 11: Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of the National Action Network speaks at the National Action Network annual convention on April 11, 2026 in New York City. A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will descend on a Sheraton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this week for Al Sharpton’s National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) Sharpton, the founder and president of the National Action Network, insists that Democrats must immediately use executive authority to restore DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies in the military and federal contracting. He demands a specific plan to protect Section II of the Voting Rights Act from further rollbacks and the reinstatement of federal equity standards. Elizabeth Warren (U.S. Senator, Massachusetts) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 05: Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Ranking Member Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) questions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on February 05, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Committee met to hear testimony on the Financial Stability Oversight Council’s Annual Report to Congress. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) Warren’s roadmap for restoration involves passing federal price-gouging laws to lower grocery costs, CNBC reported, and using the FTC to aggressively break up monopolies in the tech and pharmaceutical sectors, ending corporate capture for good. Josh Shapiro (Governor of Pennsylvania) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 08: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks with Rev. Al Sharpton, President & Founder, National Action Network in a “fireside chat” during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention at the Sheraton Times Square on April 08, 2026 in New York City. Various 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will make appearances this week for NAN 35th Anniversary Convention, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) The Shapiro Foundation announced the governor is pushing for a federal version of his Pennsylvania model of cutting taxes for working families while significantly increasing funding for vocational training and police recruitment to prove Democrats can handle both the economy and public safety. Pete Buttigieg (Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 16: Pete Buttigieg speaks during a town hall at the La Crosse Center on January 16, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Buttigieg spoke about housing costs, child care, and the need for leadership. (Photo by Kayla Wolf/Getty Images) Now out of the Cabinet and on the campaign trail, Buttigieg is the party’s Communicator-in-Chief, vowing to win back the working class by focusing on infrastructure and local economics, bridging the gap between urban progressives and rural voters, the U.S. Department of State announced. Gavin Newsom (Governor of California) SAN LORENZO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 18: Governor Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School as he signs executive order to expand womenâs access to capital and wealth-building opportunities in partnership with First Partner Siebel Newsom in San Lorenzo, California, United States on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) Newsom, the Green and Rights Vanguard, positions the party as the “Anti-Authoritarian” force. His restoration plan involves a mandatory federal transition to renewable energy, his office reported, and using federal power to sue states that restrict civil or voting rights. Chuck Schumer (Senate Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 14: U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks during a news conference following a weekly Democrat policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. Senate Democrats and Republicans both took questions on a range of topics including negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Sen. Schumer’s focus is on reversing budget cuts to social programs in an effort to restore the social safety net. He argues that once back in power, Democrats must immediately lower prescription drug costs for all ages and pass a national Patients’ Bill of Rights. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (U.S. Representative, New York) 13 February 2026, Bavaria, Munich: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, US politician, takes part in the Munich Security Conference. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images) Ocasio-Cortez directs the party to treat care, specifically universal child care, as a public good. Her specific mandate for a new majority is to cap child care costs at $10 a day for all American families and pass a Federal Jobs Guarantee linked to green infrastructure. Zohran Mamdani (Mayor of New York City) New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a Union Now rally held at Terminal 5 in New York, NY, USA on April 12, 2026. (Photo by Jason Alpert-Wisnia / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images) Mamdani argues for national rent control and a massive federal “Social Housing” build-out to eliminate homelessness and make urban living affordable for the working class, and housing as a human right. Adriano Espaillat (U.S. Representative, New York) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) walks through the U.S. Capitol on February 10, 2026 in Washington, DC. House Democrats gathered for a weekly caucus meeting Tuesday morning. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images) Leading the Hispanic Caucus, Espaillat insists that the party must immediately end mass deportation tactics and create a clear, streamlined pathway to citizenship for long-term undocumented residents and Dreamers. Maxwell Frost (U.S. Representative, Florida) WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 18: Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL) speaks to reporters following Democrats walking out of a closed briefing by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in front of the House Oversight Committee at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) Frost argues that Democrats must use their power to pass a national ban on assault weapons and eliminate “junk fees” for renters, framing these as the most critical issues for restoring the dignity of young Americans and ending the gun violence epidemic.
13 Democratic Leaders on Their Plans to Restore the Country Once They Reclaim Power
The 2026 midterms aren’t just an election— they are a rescue mission. After years of defensive play, Democratic leaders are finally stepping out from the shadows and into the light of restoration. They aren’t just planning to win. They are planning to rebuild the very soul of the country. The movement has two beating hearts. On one side, Black leaders are standing as the ultimate guardians of democracy, fighting the battle to reclaim the ballot box and protect the progress that took generations to build. Meanwhile, a populist surge is targeting the boardroom, with leaders vowing to finally tilt the scales back toward the kitchen table and away from corporate giants. It’s a rare moment, but one that is needed, as the fight for civil rights and the fight for a living wage have become the same. From the front lines of justice to the heart of the working class, these 13 Democratic leaders aren’t just asking for your vote, they are offering a blueprint to take the country back… starting right now. Hakeem Jeffries (House Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 20: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol Building on April 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Jeffries spoke on a range of topics including the Virginia redistricting referendum and sexual assault allegations against members within the House of Representatives. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Jeffries advocates for a “First 100 Days” agenda focused on making the Affordable Care Act tax credits permanent, according to his website, and passing the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to restore federal oversight of local law enforcement. Wes Moore (Governor of Maryland) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 09: Wes Moore, Governor of the State of Maryland and a potential future presidential candidate, speaks during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention on April 09, 2026, in New York City. The 2026 annual convention of NAN brings politicians, civil rights leaders, community advocates, and others together for four days of discussions and panels. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) One of Wes Moore’s primary objectives is to help close the racial wealth gap. Moore argues that a Democratic return to power must include a “Work, Wages, and Wealth” agenda, his office announced. The agenda will feature a national service year for youth and massive federal investment in minority-owned businesses to build generational wealth. Kamala Harris (Former Vice President) DETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 18: Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the 38th Annual Michigan Democratic Women’s Caucus Legacy Luncheon on April 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Michigan will be a closely watched state in the 2026 midterm elections, with statewide races being held for Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State, and national races for U.S. Congress and an open U.S. Senate seat. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) Former Vice President Kamala Harris is fighting for federal restoration of reproductive rights, the American Civil Liberties Union reported. She argues that the first act of a new Democratic majority must be passing a national law to codify abortion access and override state-level bans. She also calls for an all-out mobilization to reclaim the federal judiciary to protect civil liberties. Rev. Al Sharpton (President, National Action Network) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 11: Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of the National Action Network speaks at the National Action Network annual convention on April 11, 2026 in New York City. A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will descend on a Sheraton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this week for Al Sharpton’s National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) Sharpton, the founder and president of the National Action Network, insists that Democrats must immediately use executive authority to restore DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies in the military and federal contracting. He demands a specific plan to protect Section II of the Voting Rights Act from further rollbacks and the reinstatement of federal equity standards. Elizabeth Warren (U.S. Senator, Massachusetts) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 05: Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Ranking Member Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) questions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on February 05, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Committee met to hear testimony on the Financial Stability Oversight Council’s Annual Report to Congress. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) Warren’s roadmap for restoration involves passing federal price-gouging laws to lower grocery costs, CNBC reported, and using the FTC to aggressively break up monopolies in the tech and pharmaceutical sectors, ending corporate capture for good. Josh Shapiro (Governor of Pennsylvania) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 08: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks with Rev. Al Sharpton, President & Founder, National Action Network in a “fireside chat” during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention at the Sheraton Times Square on April 08, 2026 in New York City. Various 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will make appearances this week for NAN 35th Anniversary Convention, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) The Shapiro Foundation announced the governor is pushing for a federal version of his Pennsylvania model of cutting taxes for working families while significantly increasing funding for vocational training and police recruitment to prove Democrats can handle both the economy and public safety. Pete Buttigieg (Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 16: Pete Buttigieg speaks during a town hall at the La Crosse Center on January 16, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Buttigieg spoke about housing costs, child care, and the need for leadership. (Photo by Kayla Wolf/Getty Images) Now out of the Cabinet and on the campaign trail, Buttigieg is the party’s Communicator-in-Chief, vowing to win back the working class by focusing on infrastructure and local economics, bridging the gap between urban progressives and rural voters, the U.S. Department of State announced. Gavin Newsom (Governor of California) SAN LORENZO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 18: Governor Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School as he signs executive order to expand womenâs access to capital and wealth-building opportunities in partnership with First Partner Siebel Newsom in San Lorenzo, California, United States on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) Newsom, the Green and Rights Vanguard, positions the party as the “Anti-Authoritarian” force. His restoration plan involves a mandatory federal transition to renewable energy, his office reported, and using federal power to sue states that restrict civil or voting rights. Chuck Schumer (Senate Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 14: U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks during a news conference following a weekly Democrat policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. Senate Democrats and Republicans both took questions on a range of topics including negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Sen. Schumer’s focus is on reversing budget cuts to social programs in an effort to restore the social safety net. He argues that once back in power, Democrats must immediately lower prescription drug costs for all ages and pass a national Patients’ Bill of Rights. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (U.S. Representative, New York) 13 February 2026, Bavaria, Munich: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, US politician, takes part in the Munich Security Conference. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images) Ocasio-Cortez directs the party to treat care, specifically universal child care, as a public good. Her specific mandate for a new majority is to cap child care costs at $10 a day for all American families and pass a Federal Jobs Guarantee linked to green infrastructure. Zohran Mamdani (Mayor of New York City) New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a Union Now rally held at Terminal 5 in New York, NY, USA on April 12, 2026. (Photo by Jason Alpert-Wisnia / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images) Mamdani argues for national rent control and a massive federal “Social Housing” build-out to eliminate homelessness and make urban living affordable for the working class, and housing as a human right. Adriano Espaillat (U.S. Representative, New York) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) walks through the U.S. Capitol on February 10, 2026 in Washington, DC. House Democrats gathered for a weekly caucus meeting Tuesday morning. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images) Leading the Hispanic Caucus, Espaillat insists that the party must immediately end mass deportation tactics and create a clear, streamlined pathway to citizenship for long-term undocumented residents and Dreamers. Maxwell Frost (U.S. Representative, Florida) WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 18: Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL) speaks to reporters following Democrats walking out of a closed briefing by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in front of the House Oversight Committee at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) Frost argues that Democrats must use their power to pass a national ban on assault weapons and eliminate “junk fees” for renters, framing these as the most critical issues for restoring the dignity of young Americans and ending the gun violence epidemic.
13 Democratic Leaders on Their Plans to Restore the Country Once They Reclaim Power
The 2026 midterms aren’t just an election— they are a rescue mission. After years of defensive play, Democratic leaders are finally stepping out from the shadows and into the light of restoration. They aren’t just planning to win. They are planning to rebuild the very soul of the country. The movement has two beating hearts. On one side, Black leaders are standing as the ultimate guardians of democracy, fighting the battle to reclaim the ballot box and protect the progress that took generations to build. Meanwhile, a populist surge is targeting the boardroom, with leaders vowing to finally tilt the scales back toward the kitchen table and away from corporate giants. It’s a rare moment, but one that is needed, as the fight for civil rights and the fight for a living wage have become the same. From the front lines of justice to the heart of the working class, these 13 Democratic leaders aren’t just asking for your vote, they are offering a blueprint to take the country back… starting right now. Hakeem Jeffries (House Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 20: U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol Building on April 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. During the news conference Jeffries spoke on a range of topics including the Virginia redistricting referendum and sexual assault allegations against members within the House of Representatives. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Jeffries advocates for a “First 100 Days” agenda focused on making the Affordable Care Act tax credits permanent, according to his website, and passing the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to restore federal oversight of local law enforcement. Wes Moore (Governor of Maryland) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 09: Wes Moore, Governor of the State of Maryland and a potential future presidential candidate, speaks during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention on April 09, 2026, in New York City. The 2026 annual convention of NAN brings politicians, civil rights leaders, community advocates, and others together for four days of discussions and panels. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images) One of Wes Moore’s primary objectives is to help close the racial wealth gap. Moore argues that a Democratic return to power must include a “Work, Wages, and Wealth” agenda, his office announced. The agenda will feature a national service year for youth and massive federal investment in minority-owned businesses to build generational wealth. Kamala Harris (Former Vice President) DETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 18: Former Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the 38th Annual Michigan Democratic Women’s Caucus Legacy Luncheon on April 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Michigan will be a closely watched state in the 2026 midterm elections, with statewide races being held for Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State, and national races for U.S. Congress and an open U.S. Senate seat. (Photo by Bill Pugliano/Getty Images) Former Vice President Kamala Harris is fighting for federal restoration of reproductive rights, the American Civil Liberties Union reported. She argues that the first act of a new Democratic majority must be passing a national law to codify abortion access and override state-level bans. She also calls for an all-out mobilization to reclaim the federal judiciary to protect civil liberties. Rev. Al Sharpton (President, National Action Network) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 11: Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of the National Action Network speaks at the National Action Network annual convention on April 11, 2026 in New York City. A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will descend on a Sheraton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan this week for Al Sharpton’s National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by David Dee Delgado/Getty Images) Sharpton, the founder and president of the National Action Network, insists that Democrats must immediately use executive authority to restore DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies in the military and federal contracting. He demands a specific plan to protect Section II of the Voting Rights Act from further rollbacks and the reinstatement of federal equity standards. Elizabeth Warren (U.S. Senator, Massachusetts) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 05: Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Ranking Member Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) questions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on February 05, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Committee met to hear testimony on the Financial Stability Oversight Council’s Annual Report to Congress. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) Warren’s roadmap for restoration involves passing federal price-gouging laws to lower grocery costs, CNBC reported, and using the FTC to aggressively break up monopolies in the tech and pharmaceutical sectors, ending corporate capture for good. Josh Shapiro (Governor of Pennsylvania) NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 08: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks with Rev. Al Sharpton, President & Founder, National Action Network in a “fireside chat” during the National Action Network (NAN) annual convention at the Sheraton Times Square on April 08, 2026 in New York City. Various 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls will make appearances this week for NAN 35th Anniversary Convention, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images) The Shapiro Foundation announced the governor is pushing for a federal version of his Pennsylvania model of cutting taxes for working families while significantly increasing funding for vocational training and police recruitment to prove Democrats can handle both the economy and public safety. Pete Buttigieg (Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation) LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 16: Pete Buttigieg speaks during a town hall at the La Crosse Center on January 16, 2026 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Buttigieg spoke about housing costs, child care, and the need for leadership. (Photo by Kayla Wolf/Getty Images) Now out of the Cabinet and on the campaign trail, Buttigieg is the party’s Communicator-in-Chief, vowing to win back the working class by focusing on infrastructure and local economics, bridging the gap between urban progressives and rural voters, the U.S. Department of State announced. Gavin Newsom (Governor of California) SAN LORENZO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 18: Governor Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference at San Lorenzo High School as he signs executive order to expand womenâs access to capital and wealth-building opportunities in partnership with First Partner Siebel Newsom in San Lorenzo, California, United States on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images) Newsom, the Green and Rights Vanguard, positions the party as the “Anti-Authoritarian” force. His restoration plan involves a mandatory federal transition to renewable energy, his office reported, and using federal power to sue states that restrict civil or voting rights. Chuck Schumer (Senate Minority Leader) WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 14: U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks during a news conference following a weekly Democrat policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on April 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. Senate Democrats and Republicans both took questions on a range of topics including negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) Sen. Schumer’s focus is on reversing budget cuts to social programs in an effort to restore the social safety net. He argues that once back in power, Democrats must immediately lower prescription drug costs for all ages and pass a national Patients’ Bill of Rights. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (U.S. Representative, New York) 13 February 2026, Bavaria, Munich: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, US politician, takes part in the Munich Security Conference. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa (Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images) Ocasio-Cortez directs the party to treat care, specifically universal child care, as a public good. Her specific mandate for a new majority is to cap child care costs at $10 a day for all American families and pass a Federal Jobs Guarantee linked to green infrastructure. Zohran Mamdani (Mayor of New York City) New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a Union Now rally held at Terminal 5 in New York, NY, USA on April 12, 2026. (Photo by Jason Alpert-Wisnia / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images) Mamdani argues for national rent control and a massive federal “Social Housing” build-out to eliminate homelessness and make urban living affordable for the working class, and housing as a human right. Adriano Espaillat (U.S. Representative, New York) WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) walks through the U.S. Capitol on February 10, 2026 in Washington, DC. House Democrats gathered for a weekly caucus meeting Tuesday morning. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images) Leading the Hispanic Caucus, Espaillat insists that the party must immediately end mass deportation tactics and create a clear, streamlined pathway to citizenship for long-term undocumented residents and Dreamers. Maxwell Frost (U.S. Representative, Florida) WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 18: Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL) speaks to reporters following Democrats walking out of a closed briefing by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in front of the House Oversight Committee at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) Frost argues that Democrats must use their power to pass a national ban on assault weapons and eliminate “junk fees” for renters, framing these as the most critical issues for restoring the dignity of young Americans and ending the gun violence epidemic.
NAACP Joins the Growing Call to Remove Trump From Office Now
We’re just one year into President Donald Trump’s second term, and rumblings of impeachment continue to haunt him. Now, in light of the U.S. war with Iran, even the most unsuspecting leaders are calling for his removal. We previously told you that Americans are divided on Trump’s handling of the economy, the immigration crisis and now the threat of boots on the ground combat in the Middle East. The president says he has everything under control, but if you ask Democrats, like Conn. Rep. John B. Larson, who has already introduced official articles of impeachment against Trump, the country needs a new leader. This wouldn’t be the first time someone has threatened to impeach Trump. In fact, he’s the only president in U.S. history who has been impeached twice. Impeachment doesn’t automatically mean removal, but the word is certainly sending a threatening message to the president, who has teased the idea of running for an unconstitutional third term. There’s no denying that Trump is feeling the pressure. A recent survey from Daily Mail and JL Partners found that his approval has reached a new low at 43 percent, even after announcing a two-week ceasefire deal with Iran. With a new net approval rating of -14 percentage points, Americans are voicing serious concerns about his leadership. Although some in Congress, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, are still publicly on the fence, outside organizations like the NAACP are joining the movement to remove Trump. “This is the first time the NAACP has ever called for the 25th Amendment to be invoked,” the organization wrote in a statement. “The rhetoric and actions emanating from the highest office in the land has reached a level of instability that poses a direct threat to the well-being of millions of Americans and the integrity of our armed forces.” Trump is also facing pressure from members of his own party who are growing impatient with his policies. We previously told you that former MAGA Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is among several Republicans who have completely ditched the MAGA movement, citing political differences. Still, Trump is maintaining Congressional support from Republicans in the House and Senate. In fact, Republicans, including Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-WY), have defended Trump’s war in Iran. “Iran has been at war with the United States for 47 years, and it’s time for Iran to choose peace,” Barrasso said according to Fox News. “We have done what we have talked about doing. Eliminate their missiles and eliminate their missile production and eliminate their missile firing capacity, undermine their ability to ever get a nuclear weapon, and sink the navy.”
NAACP Joins the Growing Call to Remove Trump From Office Now
We’re just one year into President Donald Trump’s second term, and rumblings of impeachment continue to haunt him. Now, in light of the U.S. war with Iran, even the most unsuspecting leaders are calling for his removal. We previously told you that Americans are divided on Trump’s handling of the economy, the immigration crisis and now the threat of boots on the ground combat in the Middle East. The president says he has everything under control, but if you ask Democrats, like Conn. Rep. John B. Larson, who has already introduced official articles of impeachment against Trump, the country needs a new leader. This wouldn’t be the first time someone has threatened to impeach Trump. In fact, he’s the only president in U.S. history who has been impeached twice. Impeachment doesn’t automatically mean removal, but the word is certainly sending a threatening message to the president, who has teased the idea of running for an unconstitutional third term. There’s no denying that Trump is feeling the pressure. A recent survey from Daily Mail and JL Partners found that his approval has reached a new low at 43 percent, even after announcing a two-week ceasefire deal with Iran. With a new net approval rating of -14 percentage points, Americans are voicing serious concerns about his leadership. Although some in Congress, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, are still publicly on the fence, outside organizations like the NAACP are joining the movement to remove Trump. “This is the first time the NAACP has ever called for the 25th Amendment to be invoked,” the organization wrote in a statement. “The rhetoric and actions emanating from the highest office in the land has reached a level of instability that poses a direct threat to the well-being of millions of Americans and the integrity of our armed forces.” Trump is also facing pressure from members of his own party who are growing impatient with his policies. We previously told you that former MAGA Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is among several Republicans who have completely ditched the MAGA movement, citing political differences. Still, Trump is maintaining Congressional support from Republicans in the House and Senate. In fact, Republicans, including Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-WY), have defended Trump’s war in Iran. “Iran has been at war with the United States for 47 years, and it’s time for Iran to choose peace,” Barrasso said according to Fox News. “We have done what we have talked about doing. Eliminate their missiles and eliminate their missile production and eliminate their missile firing capacity, undermine their ability to ever get a nuclear weapon, and sink the navy.”