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Gen Z and Millennials Surge in Congressional Races, Face Hurdles

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A new report from Future Caucus indicates a record number of Gen Z and millennial candidates are running for Congress this cycle, representing a significant increase from previous years. However, these younger generations face substantial challenges in advancing through the political system, with a large percentage failing to clear primary ballots or reach the general election stage. Factors contributing to their struggles include a lack of political experience, difficulties in fundraising, and limited party support compared to older candidates. AI

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Gen Z and Millennials Surge in Congressional Races, Face Hurdles

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Russell Contreras ·

    Gen Z and millennials are running for Congress in record numbers, but few reach November

    <p><a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/09/22/the-rising-price-tag-of-romance" target="_blank">Gen Z</a> and millennials have launched their biggest bid yet to remake Congress, but roughly seven in 10 were out by early September, a new report finds.</p><p><strong>Why it matters: <…

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