Gen Z and Millennials Running for Congress in Record Numbers, but Few Will Make It to November

A new report shows that Gen Z and Millennials have made their largest-ever push to run for Congress, but roughly seven in 10 have dropped out by early September. Why it matters: The two generations are working to break down the first barriers of a political system that rewards experience, fundraising and party backing. Race status: A new report from Future Caucus, a nonpartisan nonprofit that works with younger elected officials,

A new report shows that Gen Z and millennials have made their biggest bid to remake Congress, but nearly seven in 10 have come out as of early September. Why it matters: These two generations are trying to clear the first hurdles of a political system that rewards experience, fundraising and partisan support. State of play: A new report from the Future Caucus, a nonpartisan nonprofit that works with younger elected officials