Meet the Candidates

Since 2017, Run for Something has endorsed over 3,500 candidates across all 50 states and D.C.
Since 2017, we have elected over 1,000 candidates across 48 states

Pennsylvania Candidates

Run for Something is working with hundreds of young diverse progressives running for local office for the first time. Find one in your community and support their campaign.

2024 Candidates

Amanda Cappelletti
State Senate, District 17, PA
Amanda is a state senator and dedicated public servant seeking re-election to Pennsylvania State Senate District 17. Since her initial...
Andre Carroll
State House, District 201, PA
Andre, a community leader born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has dedicated his life to public service. Growing up in the...
Brad Chambers
State House, District 41, PA
Brad is a dedicated advocate for change in Pennsylvania, driven by his passion for addressing inequalities in education, housing, and...
Ashley Comans
State House, District 34, PA
Ashley is a dedicated community advocate with a strong belief in the power of giving back and creating positive change in the community. As a...
Mercedes Evans
State House, District 103, PA
Mercedes is a dedicated public servant and community advocate, currently serving as a Camp Hill Borough Councilwoman and running for State...
Montana Hartman
State House, District 199, PA
Montana, a 22-year-old progressive, is running for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on a platform of unity and bipartisanship....
John Inglis
State House, District 38, PA
John is a dedicated educator and active member of the West Mifflin community. With 13 years of experience at his alma mater, West Mifflin...
Nick Jacobson
State House, District 85, PA
Nick, a native of Central Pennsylvania, has a strong background in public service and a passion for advocating on behalf of his community....
Megan Kocher
State House, District 119, PA
Megan is a native of Northeastern Pennsylvania, born and raised in the 119th district. She attended the Greater Nanticoke Area public school...
Fern Leard
State House, District 120, PA
Fern is a dedicated advocate for healthcare reform from NEPA with a background in finance. She serves on the Luzerne County Democratic Party...
Cristian Luna
State House, District 13, PA
Cristian is a passionate first-generation college graduate with a strong dedication to public service. With experience in aiding domestic...
Davon Magwood
State House, District 55, PA
Davon, a devoted father of three, embraces the values of Mr. Rogers by aspiring to be a "helper" in his community. Seeking to make a...
La'Tasha D. Mayes
PA State Representative - House District 24, PA
La’Tasha, a Pennsylvania native from West Philadelphia, is a state representative focused on advocating for racial, gender, and economic...
Denitra Moffett
State Senate, District 23, PA
Denitra, an Army veteran and military spouse, is dedicated to championing workers' rights and supporting...
Anna Payne
State House, District 142, PA
Anna is a motivated candidate running for State Representative for the 142nd District. With a strong background in public service and a...
Nick Pisciottano
State Senate, District 45, PA
Nick, a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, represents PA House District 38 and was re-elected for a second term in 2022. He...
Lindsay Powell
State House, District 21, PA
Lindsay is a passionate advocate for social justice and addressing inequality. With a background in progressive causes and experience working...
Lindsay Powell
State House, District 21, PA
Lindsay, a seasoned advocate for social justice and equality, serves as the Director of Workforce Strategies at InnovatePGH in Pittsburgh. In...
Jay Santos
State House, District 131, PA
With a Computer Science background and expertise in business intelligence solutions, Jay is a first-generation All-American from Allentown...
Nikil Saval
State Senate, District 1, PA
Senator Nikil Saval represents Pennsylvania’s First Senatorial District in Philadelphia. He is known for his commitment to justice for...
Cameron Schroy
State Senate, District 33, PA
Cameron is a devoted community leader actively engaged in volunteer work. He serves with the Greencastle Area Water Authority and leads the...
Izzy Smith-Wade-El
State House, District 49, PA
Representative Smith-Wade-El is currently serving in the Pennsylvania State House for HD-49, encompassing Lancaster City, Lancaster Township,...
Alex Taylor
State House, District 46, PA
Alex is a long-time resident of the 46th District, where he grew up and currently raises his family. Being a father of two, he is passionate...
Anna Thomas
State House, District 137, PA
Anna, a native of Bethlehem Township, Pennsylvania, is an accomplished individual with a passion for public service and lifelong learning....
Makenzie White
State Senate, District 45, PA
Makenzie is a graduate of Franciscan University and the University of Pittsburgh, where she earned a Masters in Social Work and a Masters in...

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