New endorsements bring EDW’s total to 20 women running for statewide office in 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Elect Democratic Women (EDW), the congressional member-led political action committee dedicated to electing Democratic women, announced 13 additional endorsements in races for governor and U.S. Senate across the country. The announcement brings EDW’s total statewide endorsements to 20 Democratic women in the 2026 election cycle.
EDW’s newly endorsed U.S. Senate candidates are:
- Dr. Annie Andrews (South Carolina)
- Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (Minnesota)
EDW’s newly endorsed gubernatorial candidates are:
- Dr. Amy Acton (Ohio)
- State Rep. Gina Hinojosa (Texas)
- Sec. Jocelyn Benson (Michigan)
- Gov. Kathy Hochul (New York)
- Gov. Katie Hobbs (Arizona)
- Gov. Tina Kotek (Oregon)
- Helena Foulkes (Rhode Island)
- Councilor Cinde Warmington (New Hampshire)
- Gov. Maura Healey (Massachusetts)
- Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms (Georgia)
- State Sen. Cindy Holscher (Kansas)
“Our democracy is strongest when our elected leaders reflect the diversity of the people they represent — and Elect Democratic Women is working to Win With Women in 2026,” said Liz Gallagher, Executive Director of Elect Democratic Women. “Across the country, Democratic women are stepping up to lead, bringing the experience, determination and proven leadership needed to win. These candidates have cared for sick children, led state agencies, defended our elections and stood up to Donald Trump when it mattered most. Now, they’re running to lower costs, protect our freedoms and deliver for working families. Elect Democratic Women is proud to endorse these 13 exceptional women, and we’re committed to helping them win in November.”
Elect Democratic Women is led by Democratic women serving in Congress who understand firsthand what it takes to run, win, govern, and lead. Candidates receive more than financial support; they gain mentorship, relationships, practical guidance, and connections rooted in Congressional experience. EDW doesn’t just invest where seats are competitive. We support women across the map — helping protect Democratic women already serving while investing in the next generation of women leaders.
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About Elect Democratic Women
Elect Democratic Women is a political organization led by current members of Congress and dedicated to electing more Democratic women to Congress. Since its founding in 2018, EDW has raised over $40 million and supported more than 200 women candidates and members. It is the only member-led political action committee dedicated to increasing the number of women in Congress.