From The San Francisco Standard · · 1m 20s
Nancy Pelosi’s Midterms Calendar
Pelosi’s national campaign push signals Democrats’ path to House control ahead of Nov 3 elections.
In brief
Pelosi’s national campaign push signals Democrats’ path to House control ahead of Nov 3 elections. Pelosi’s midterms calendar shows her focus on national Democrats to flip House seats and counter Trump’s power. Originally reported by The San Francisco Standard.
Pelosi’s Midterms Calendar
Pelosi, 86, is staking her legacy on Democrats retaking the House and providing a check on President Trump’s power.
National Campaign Focus
Her calendar lists 85 political events from June through late October, with 80% outside San Francisco and over half outside California.
Campaign Events
Pelosi stumped for Rep. Terri Sewell in Birmingham, Ala., and hosted fundraisers in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
Fundraising Impact
Pelosi has raised more than $22.8 million for House candidates and an additional $3.4 million for frontline districts.
Political Strategy
Pelosi views her final midterms as a congresswoman in a similar light to her fight against Trump’s assault on democracy.
Campaign Momentum
Pelosi’s calendar includes seven events with Connie Chan since the primary, more than for any other candidate.
Political Challenges
Critics say Pelosi has been too focused on her own succession fight in San Francisco, where she has heaped resources on Supervisor Connie Chan.
Campaign Timeline
Pelosi’s calendar lists no events after Oct. 28, and it’s unclear whether she will campaign with Chan in the race’s final days.
At a glance
Pelosi’s midterms calendar shows her focus on national Democrats to flip House seats and counter Trump’s power.
