The First Ask is dedicated to identifying, elevating, and empowering democratic women to lead in State Legislatures across the country. By actively supporting these progressive women, we fight for a more inclusive and representative democracy.
We know that often women need to be asked to fill positions of leadership. By working alongside community leaders and grassroots activists, we strive to identify future leaders across the country.
With your support – we do just that.
Our Impact on Candidates
At The Fist Ask, We:
Identify promising non-incumbent women in overlooked districts
Provide hands-on strategy and organizing support from day one
Help them build credibility that unlocks funding from other sources
Stay with them through launch, primary, and general election
Our support is comprehensive: campaign strategy, organizing expertise, communications guidance, and direct contributions. Everything provided in-kind at no cost to candidates.
VA Delegate: Nicole Cole, HD-66
I know that many believed, through to November 4th, that my election was a longshot since the incumbent had been in office 35 years. The First Ask was one of the first PACs to reach out to me early to offer support to my campaign. I believed we would win. The early money and belief from The First Ask helped build our momentum to garner wider support and attention for our campaign from donors and volunteers.
TX Senator: Molly Cook, SD-15
The First Ask endorsed and supported me early (before it was cool). The organization provided material support with funding, texting, and phone banking, and they were there for me on an emotional level whenever I needed them. That kind of loving support from other women is exactly what we need to build the future of politics all women deserve in America.
We’re hiring!
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Job Description
The First Ask is seeking a passionate and driven Political and Communications Associate to join our team and actively participate in our efforts to elect pro-choice, progressive Democratic women to state legislatures. In this position, you will develop hands-on experience working with candidates across the country. You will be responsible for supporting both our political program and devising effective ways to reach both constituents and supporters of The First Ask.
To Apply - please submit a PDF including your resume and a brief paragraph outlining your reasons for applying to info@thefirstask.org with the subject line ‘Political and Communications Associate Application’. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with preference for applications submitted before June 1st.
If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly.
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***The resume back is currently under maintenance. Please email your resume to ewalter@thefirstask.org.
Interested in working with progressive, pro-choice women running for office? The First Ask is dedicated to providing our candidates with the very best staff from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience levels. Please submit your resume below and we will reach out if we have a candidate who could use your help! All levels of experience and fields of interest are encouraged to apply.
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Coming soon! Check back in June.