About The Next 50
Building the Democratic bench, one race at a time.
The Next 50 is the leading organization identifying and nurturing next-generation leadership on the center-left. Since 2019, we've supported nearly 100 candidates across the country, achieving a nation-leading 70% win rate in the 2023-24 cycle.
Our Mission
We believe building a stronger bench and brighter future requires deliberate investment in identifying and nurturing next-generation leadership. We work exclusively with candidates who are principled, pragmatic, energetic, and focused—leaders from all walks of life who can win in the toughest battlegrounds and deliver real results for their communities.
What We Do
Identify: We spot rising talent early, often supporting first-time candidates who others might overlook.
Support: We provide political guidance, strategic advice, fundraising assistance, and the networks candidates need to win tough races.
Invest: We put our money where our mission is, directly investing in campaigns and bundling resources for candidates who can flip districts, communicate our values effectively, and build enduring majorities.
Our Track Record
70% win rate for endorsed candidates in 2023-2024
$4.1 million raised and bundled for candidates
20% of our races won by 1,000 votes or fewer—including Iowa state Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott's 29-vote victory
Strategic partnerships with organizations like The NewDEAL to provide ongoing support for elected leaders
Why We Win
Our candidates don't just talk at voters—they listen to them and meet them where they are. They speak authentically about kitchen-table issues like housing costs, prescription drug prices, and childcare expenses. They communicate like people, not like walking white papers. And they refuse to let Republicans define them.
From mayors to governors, state legislators to members of Congress, we invest up and down the ballot because we know that real change happens when Democrats control executive offices where they can actually implement solutions.
What to Expect
Through this newsletter, we'll introduce you to rising political stars before they make national headlines, share insights and lessons from successful campaigns, and provide updates on our work to build a stronger bench. Join us as we invest in the leaders who will shape the next 50 years of American politics.
Join Our Movement
If you believe the future of the Democratic Party lies with pragmatic leaders who can connect with voters and deliver results, we invite you to be part of this movement.
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The Next 50 is led by Executive Director Mari Manoogian, a former Michigan state representative who flipped Mitt Romney's hometown blue and served as Midwest Battleground Political Director on Vice President Kamala Harris' 2024 campaign.
