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You should still apply!

Here at the Forward Party, we are interested in supporting good public servants who are driving towards real solutions for their constituents. We believe there are Democrats and Republicans out there who are doing this.

A central belief of the Party is that strict policy litmus tests stifle innovation and prevent compromise that creates real, lasting solutions. We want leaders – left, right, and center – who are committed to working together to address problems in their communities. As long as someone is committed to our principles and values, we welcome them to lead their community under the Forward name. 

Forward, Forward Democrat, or Forward Republican - it’s more important to us that you uphold our values than what you label yourself as. Though, in states where we have official recognition, we certainly invite these leaders to officially register as members of the Forward Party.