How NDTC-Trained Candidates Won 960+ Elections in 2025, and What Comes Next
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Democrats are celebrating across the country as NDTC-trained candidates continue sweeping seats from city councils to statehouses. Our community has proven once again: We consistently show up to deliver wins that strengthen our democracy at every level.
NDTC CEO Kelly Dietrich had this to say: "[2025] proved what happens when people stop waiting for someone else to save democracy and start doing it themselves. Democracy isn't something we win once and put on a shelf — it's something we fight for, every single cycle, in every single community.
The 960+ NDTC-trained candidates who won reminded us what's possible when we show up. And NDTC will be right there with you, every step of the way."
Candidates Win Big With NDTC
NDTC learners secured an impressive track record, with over 960 of our candidates winning their elections this year alone. Let that sink in.
These weren't just any wins, either:
Dozens of newly elected mayors learned their campaign skills with us
Hundreds of city council and school board members across the country are NDTC learners who are now shaping their communities from the inside
NDTC-trained candidates have been instrumental in keeping key state legislatures blue and competitive
Thousands more campaign managers, staffers, and volunteers completed NDTC’s programs to sharpen their skills – supporting wins across the nation.
Democrats Continue to Build Momentum Nationwide
Even on the nationwide scale, our Democratic movement continues to show strength in competitive races. There’s no doubt you’ve seen the headlines, but here are the highlights worth mentioning again:
Democrats have swept statewide races and maintained legislative control in key swing states with strong performances across districts
Gubernatorial victories by double-digit margins demonstrate that Democratic values resonate with voters
A historic mayoral win proves the power of widespread organizing efforts, clear messaging, and authentic candidates
Voters consistently reject attempts to undermine democratic processes, showing up to protect election integrity
All of that adds up to green flags for Democrats heading into 2026 — and reason to get back to work right away. This momentum creates the perfect environment for NDTC-trained candidates to win, and it's why our training is more important than ever.
Why NDTC Candidates Keep Winning
None of this happens by accident. It happens when a movement of people stops waiting around for someone else to do something. They get organized, volunteer, talk to voters, and staff campaigns. And they run for office.
A great election year shouldn’t send anyone back to their comfortable sidelines. The whole point is that the work must be continued and consistent to have real impact. We must turn hope into action to maintain our momentum and deliver victories year after year.
Democrats have the wind at our backs, and we know what to do with it. If our success stories leave you feeling a spark of energy, hope, or plain excitement – we’re ready for you at NDTC.
We will train you to run for office.
We will train you to staff a campaign.
We will train you to organize, volunteer, and lead in your community.
You don’t need to be a political junkie to do it, or have any political experience for that matter. We believe that your passion is your only prerequisite.
Every training, course, and resource we offer is 100% free. So, are you ready to join our 960+ learners who won in 2025? Start at traindems.org and we’ll take it from there.
