"I am running to serve North Carolina’s 13th District with the same discipline, courage, and commitment I showed for 25 years in uniform—and to put people, not power, first." Born into a military family in San Antonio, Texas, I learned early that service isn't just a job—it's a way of life. Continue reading

Candidate for West Virginia Magistrate, Kanawha County In order for the American people to take back their government in 2026, revolution needs to happen at all levels of government, not just the federal level, but the state, county, and local levels too. It also needs to happen not just in so-called “swing” states, but in all states, especially ones that are under the total grip of the fascist Republican Party. Continue reading

When former Governor Larry Hogan announced he wasn't running for governor, something happened. Our inbox filled up. People reached out, some we knew, some we didn't. All saying the same thing: I'm ready. What do I do? They understood what the announcement meant: Maryland 2026 is now a one-party election. Wes Moore runs against himself—unless we build the alternative. Continue reading

Kick off the new year with Butch Ware and Medea Benjamin at our Freedom Party Fundraiser as we celebrate solidarity, community and a fresh start to our movement in 2026. We will share food, conversation, musical performances by local artists and discussions on how we can use the momentum we've built in 2025 to push forward to the primary election and beyond to November ballots in 2026. Continue reading

Arshia Papari is running for Texas State Representative in Texas House District 49 to represent Central Austin with a bold vision for a more just, dignified, and livable future. A second-generation Iranian-American, student of Government and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Texas at Austin, and proud member of the Green Party, Arshia brings years of experience as a community organizer, advocate, and strategist.  Continue reading

In this compelling interview, Dr. Butch Ware—2026 California gubernatorial candidate and former Green Party vice-presidential nominee—joins hosts Karan Singh and Zarefah Baroud of the Palestine Chronicle to examine the global dimensions of social justice movements. This powerful conversation explores the historical and contemporary parallels between the American civil rights movement and Palestinian liberation struggle, highlighting how these movements share common goals of freedom, equality, and human dignity. Dr. Ware offers insights on building effective cross-border solidarity and the importance of understanding interconnected systems of oppression. Continue reading

Two years ago, Israel responded to an act of armed resistance by launching a genocide that has now taken up to 700,000 lives, with the vast majority being civilians, women, and children. California stands at a moral crossroads. Will we continue investing state funds in corporations and regimes complicit in atrocities outside of America, or will we put our money where our mouth is and divest from war and genocide completely? Continue reading

Below are the remarks (as prepared) for the September 19th 2025 introduction of Owen Silverman Andrews to the ticket as the Lieutenant Governor Candidate Andy's Speech Continue reading

Seeking the Green Party Nomination Andy Ellis and Owen Silverman Andrews have officially filed for Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Maryland, seeking the Green Party nomination. Ellis and Andrews will offer additional media availability later in the day (in person or by Zoom/phone). To schedule an interview or request remote access details, please contact [email protected]. Continue reading