Advance in Conversation - 2026 Election Preview: Native Political Power in the Midterms

358 Native candidates across 35 states! That's how many candidates Advance Native Political Leadership has tracked in partnership with ICT during the 2026 election cycle. With Election Day just around the corner, what can these numbers tell us about the state of Native representation in 2026? Join us for our next Advance in Conversation as Lexy Locklear (Lumbee), Advance's National Program Associate, sits down with Megan Feeney, our Research & Data Manager, to explore the stories behind the numbers. Together, they'll discuss notable races and candidates, emerging trends, historic possibilities, and what we're seeing in state and local elections beyond the national headlines. Whether you've been following every race or are just getting caught up, join us for an engaging conversation about Native leadership and representation in the 2026 midterms.