No Dem Left Behind: Endorsing Katrina Christiansen, a Dedicated Advocate for North Dakota
As Democrats prepare for the 2024 elections, their strategy pivots toward securing rural seats in America’s heartland. Katrina Christiansen emerges as a prime contender for North Dakotans, eyeing a seat in the U.S. Senate. Since 2020, No Dem Left Behind has tirelessly worked to flip rural seats, and their efforts are now focused on North Dakota, endorsing Christiansen for the Senate.
With Joe Manchin’s West Virginia seat likely out of reach and Kristen Sinema’s Arizona seat up for grabs, Democrats must seek opportunities elsewhere, with rural America taking center stage. Despite North Dakota’s Republican lean, recent polls show discontent with incumbent Senator Kevin Cramer, indicating an opportunity for change. Christiansen’s favorability has surged by 10 points, underscoring her potential to shift the political landscape in a traditionally Republican region.
Expressing her determination, Christiansen emphasizes the need to challenge Republican seats in the Midwest and reclaim historically Democratic seats: “For too long our country has looked at the Midwest as a Republican stronghold, but now we are fighting to prove that Democrats here are alive and well and ready to take back seats that have been historically held by our party. I am proud to accept the endorsement from No Dem Left Behind, an organization that has worked tirelessly to bring the voices of Democratic leaders back into our rural communities. I look forward to carrying on their mission by earning the votes of my fellow North Dakotans, and by taking this U.S. Senate seat back from my opponent, a career politician who has exploited our people too long for personal gain.”
As Democrats face the looming threat of MAGA’s assault on American values, the urgency to rally in every state is clear. Addressing critical issues like immigration, reproductive rights, gun control, and climate change is paramount. Without a legitimate push in rural America, all of the progress made on these issues could be at risk. Democrats must strategize creatively to secure seats, particularly in rural America, where there are ample opportunities to flip red seats blue.
No Dem Left Behind remains steadfast in its commitment to candidates who embody these rural values. Echoing this sentiment is No Dem Left Behind’s Executive Director, Hassan Martini: “What we look for in a candidate is someone who is well respected in their community. We want to support public servants who understand the needs of their constituents and who will work hard to do what they can to help improve their lives. North Dakota is looking for change, and Katrina Christensen will help deliver that change. That is why No Dem Left Behind is proud to endorse her for the US Senate.”
In the November elections, Democrats have a unique opportunity to turn red seats blue and pave a brighter future for rural communities. North Dakota has the chance to achieve battleground status, which would offer a pivotal chance for Democrats to make significant gains; not just in 2024, but in future elections as well. With No Dem Left Behind standing alongside Katrina Christiansen, Democrats are pushing to turn this vision into reality.
