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Working Families Party Gains Momentum, Targets 2026 Elections

12/29/2025

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The Working Families Party is gaining momentum as a progressive alternative.
Founded in 1998, it has over 600,000 members and operates in 18 states.
Zohran Mamdani, New York City mayor, was elected, signaling electoral gains.
In 2026 the party plans to recruit state-legislature candidates and challengers in three districts.
The party seeks to represent everyday working people and press for a third party.

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Story summary

The Working Families Party is gaining momentum as a progressive alternative.
Founded in 1998, it has over 600,000 members and operates in 18 states.
Zohran Mamdani, New York City mayor, was elected, signaling electoral gains.
In 2026 the party plans to recruit state-legislature candidates and challengers in three districts.
The party seeks to represent everyday working people and press for a third party.