The First Ask Celebrates Wins in the Texas and North Carolina Primaries
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 4, 2026
Contact: Eleanor Walter
The First Ask Celebrates Wins in the Texas and North Carolina Primaries
Washington, DC – Following yesterday’s primary elections in Texas and North Carolina, DC-based PAC The First Ask is celebrating a series of key wins across both states. Eleven of the group’s endorsed candidates won their races and will be on the ballot for voters this November.
The First Ask congratulates the following candidates on advancing to the General Election this November:
Patricia Smith, North Carolina HD-23
Amy Taylor North, North Carolina, HD-74
Veleria Levy, North Carolina HD-99
Lynne Russo, North Carolina HD-117
Evonne Hopkins, North Carolina HD-126
Jessica Bichler, North Carolina SD-07
Pooja Sethi, Texas HD-47
Katie O’Brien Duzan, Texas HD-94
Kristian Carranza, Texas HD-118
Stefanie Bord, Texas HD-126
Amy Martinez-Salas, Texas SD-22
Additionally, The First Ask congratulates Staci Childs on successfully advancing to the runoff on May 26. The First Ask will continue supporting Childs’ campaign through the runoff.
The First Ask has seen first hand the time, energy, and dedication each candidate has put into their race so far. Getting an early start is crucial for candidates running in competitive districts this Fall.
Caroline Welles, Executive Director of The First Ask, issued the following statement:
“We are so proud of our candidates and the early successes they have had. Our candidates have hit the ground running by connecting with voters and developing community ties throughout this primary season. I have seen the sort of ground game they are running and am confident in their ability to carry this momentum through November 3.”
The First Ask is a 527 political action committee dedicated to identifying and supporting Democratic women to run for State Chambers nationwide. The organization advocates for proportionate gender representation in state legislatures by increasing the share of women serving in legislatures from 32% to 51%.
