Amanda Litman

Amanda Litman is a progressive political activist and entrepreneur who co-founded Run for Something, an organization dedicated to recruiting and supporting young, diverse progressives running for down-ballot political offices.12

Professional Background:

• Co-Founder and President of Run for Something since January 201712
• Previously worked on several political campaigns, including:
  • Email Director for Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign
  • Digital Director for Charlie Crist's 2014 Florida gubernatorial campaign
  • Email writer for Barack Obama's 2012 re-election campaign2

Achievements and Recognition:

• Run for Something has elected over 1,000 leaders across nearly all 50 states, primarily women and people of color2
• Named to Fortune's 40 under 40 list in 2020
• Featured in Time NEXT 100 in 20222
• Author of the book "Run for Something: A Real-Talk Guide to Fixing the System Yourself"2

Personal Details:

• Graduated from Northwestern University in 2012 with a B.A. in American Studies12
• Lives in Brooklyn with her husband, daughters, and rescue dog Sadie2
• Currently working on a new book about generational leadership shifts, to be published by Crooked Media Reads in May 20252

Media and Public Engagement:

• Written for numerous publications including Elle, Buzzfeed, Vanity Fair, and Teen Vogue2
• Regularly appears on TV shows and podcasts
• Speaks at conferences and colleges about political engagement and leadership2

As of November 2024, she recently welcomed her second daughter, Franny, and is on leave from Run for Something.34