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DNC Launches 'Local Listeners' to Reengage 1 Million Infrequent Voters Before 2026 Midterms

A listening-first, seven-week volunteer training effort will surface voter concerns to shape messaging in battleground House races.

Voters show up to vote at a voting place for the midterm election in Detroit, Michigan, U.S. November 6, 2018. REUTERS/Rebecca Cook

Overview

  • The program targets people who voted in 2020 but did not cast ballots in 2024, focusing on competitive congressional districts.
  • More than 2,000 volunteers have signed up so far, with 93% returning to volunteer for the first time since 2024.
  • Organizers plan over 250,000 phone conversations, more than 50 in-person events, and thousands of voter registrations in the coming months.
  • Qualitative insights from voter conversations will be shared with the DCCC to refine outreach and messaging on the ground.
  • The launch comes as Democrats seek to flip three Republican-held seats to reclaim a House majority in November.