National Democratic Training Committee - NDTC

The campaign secret? Messaging discipline 🎯
→ Repeat your stories
→ Connect to daily life
→ Stay consistent

2 min advice from our CEO @kellyndtc.bsky.social on @johnfugelsang.bsky.social

02/05 Thurs • 1 pm ET • So You Want to Run for Office: Black and on the Ballot Join the National Democratic Training Committee on Thursday, February 5th, from 1-2 pm ET for a free virtual live training designed specifically for Black peopl...

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Happy Black History Month! Black leaders have always shaped change in our country, and at NDTC, we’re helping build pathways for the next generation to lead. Join NDTC’s free live training for Black folks exploring a run on Feb 5 from 1–2 PM ET.

Enroll now and let’s get you started. Link below!

So You Think You Can't Run for Office? Think Again. Here’s how great leaders get past imposter syndrome.

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Happy Monday, especially from deep in the heart of Texas! Where Democrats had a good weekend, and one of the winners is an NDTC learner. Congratulations, Rep Elect Menefee!

Ready to join us live? ndtc.me/LiveFeb2026

Happy Black History Month! We've got you covered with live training sessions to hit the ground running, including a bootcamp for local leaders. Who's in?

We made the call, and 25,146 of you spoke up: Take ICE out of the Consolidated Appropriations Act.

Thank you for speaking up and speaking out, loud and clear. We delivered your message this morning. Never doubt that your voice makes a difference; it always has and always will.

We’re Never Letting Trump’s Administration Off the Hook A letter from NDTC CEO Kelly Dietrich on Minneapolis, ICE, and the way forward

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We’re Never Letting Trump’s Administration Off the Hook A letter from NDTC CEO Kelly Dietrich on Minneapolis, ICE, and the way forward

Tom Homan — Trump’s latest “border czar” — is now running the show in Minneapolis. This is not victory. This is a costume change. Here's what we must do.

🖋️New Substack from NDTC Founder and CEO @kellyndtc.bsky.social
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This week, DPI Chair Hernandez teamed up with @latinovictoryus.bsky.social, @traindems.bsky.social, and @weareunidosus.bsky.social to train aspiring candidates and local leaders in the Latino community.

We’re working to ensure that every Illinoisan is represented at every level of government.

Special election results: Democrats win, bring House to 67-67 tie

This morning, one of our learners, Shelley Buck, won her seat for Minnesota House 47A. The Minnesota House is now 67-67. This is where NDTC comes in; this is how we're helping Democrats hold the line, and it cannot come a minute sooner in Minnesota. www.axios.com/local/twin-c...

01/28 Wed • 1 pm ET • Running in a Red District Join the National Democratic Training Committee on Wednesday, January 28th from 1-2 pm ET for a free virtual live training on Running in a Red District. We're h...

Over half of all partisan seats go uncontested by Democrats. That means Republicans get free wins in communities that deserve a choice.

But here's the thing: You don't need millions of dollars or years of political experience to run. You just need to show up.

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01/28 Wed • 1 pm ET • Running in a Red District Join the National Democratic Training Committee on Wednesday, January 28th from 1-2 pm ET for a free virtual live training on Running in a Red District. We're h...

Join our friends at @traindems.bsky.social THIS WEDNESDAY at 1 PM ET for a free training on running in a red district—real strategies, real support, real impact.

👉 Register now: traindems.org/vlt-details/...

Drop a 🙋 if you're interested or tag someone who should run!

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One Year In: Why Local Politics Matter More in a Post-Trump Era This is your sign to step up.

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Silence is not an option. Act in solidarity with Minnesotans: www.standwithminnesota.com

A note from NDTC CEO Kelly Dietrich: “What is happening to Minnesotans was *exactly* what everyone has been warning about and feared. Today’s murder was an entirely preventable tragedy. It is unacceptable and Trump must pull ICE out of MN. Now. Your voice matters. Speak up, loud, clear: Tell your reps this is NOT what you voted for. Democracy is not a spectator sport, we must all take action and hold our leaders accountable. For every single primary and election coming up, speak up. Vote. Every single one of them is an opportunity to hold this regime and ICE accountable in all the ways your neighborhood is impacted. It’s NEVER too late. Speak up - and VOTE. Do it before you can’t. - KD”

A note from @traindems.bsky.social CEO @kellyndtc.bsky.social re: this latest shooting in Minneapolis. TLDR: Unacceptable and has to stop. Now.

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The Fundamentals of Financial Compliance for Campaigns Adhering to campaign finance regulations is crucial; violations could result in real consequences, from having to resubmit financial reports to facing imprisonm...

The key to campaign finance: compliance.

Want to learn the fundamentals? We have a free course for you! ndtc.me/3KvZSst

01/22 Thurs • 1 pm ET • Planning Your Fundraising Strategy Join the National Democratic Training Committee on Thursday, January 22nd from 1-2 pm ET for a free virtual live training on Planning Your Fundraising Strategy....

1-2pm ET on 1/22- Planning Your Fundraising Strategy traindems.org/vlt-details/...

Traindems NDTC helps train Democrats across the country to run, win, and lead. Access our free online trainings for candidates, staffers, and political campaign volunteers.

Two ways to take our Democracy back this week:

TOMORROW 1/21 1-2 pm ET - Developing Your Local Democratic Party’s Structure and Priorities traindems.org/vlt-details/...

📣 Whether you’re running for office or running a campaign, we’ve got the training to help you win.

We’ve teamed up with @latinovictoryus.bsky.social, @traindems.bsky.social, and @weareunidosus.bsky.social to bring the “Path to Victory” training program to Chicago this month.

Come give a listen as @fpwellman.bsky.social and I talk about how Democratic candidates should approach the midterms and what you can do to get involved.

For 10 years, 125,000+ people have chosen to train with us, and we’ve become the largest pipeline for Democratic candidates and political professionals — across all 50 states.

We're building the next decade of Democratic power. Are you ready to get started, or jump back in? traindems.org/register

LIVE: Trump and GOP INSTANTLY IN PANIC over MIDTERMS | On Democracy YouTube video by MeidasTouch

Our CEO, @kellyndtc.bsky.social, joined @fpwellman.bsky.social LIVE to chat about Trump and GOP panic over plummeting midterms chances @ondemocracychannel.bsky.social via @meidastouch.com youtube.com/live/A5Hy8Mr...

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Corporation for Public Broadcasting is officially shutting down months after GOP funding cuts The CPB's board of directors voted to dissolve the private, nonprofit corporation after 58 years of service.

Republicans finally got what they wanted — and killed Big Bird for those who can’t afford cable. Maybe if they had watched more Mr. Rogers growing up, they wouldn’t be so craven. www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...

How new protest laws are impacting political demonstrations More than a dozen states have passed laws regulating protests in recent years, raising concerns among free-speech advocates.

Not content with attacking our right to be heard through free and fair elections, MAGA is now working to curtail further our Constitutional right to protest. www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/...

Thousands of mail-in ballots could be discounted under new post office policy The Postal Service is no longer guaranteeing when it will postmark mail, which could jeopardize some ballots that arrive after Election Day.

The U.S. Postal Service is no longer guaranteeing when it will postmark mail. This carries BIG implications for early voting and access to the ballot for millions who can’t take Election Day off or cast an in-person ballot. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Under Trump, every day is a new tragedy. May Renee Nicole Good rest in peace. Sending strength to her family and Minneapolis. In dark times, find hope in those who mobilized quickly—our democracy requires it.

Quick thread on this week's politics, then let's recommit to defeating hate and violence.