FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 18, 2026
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Louisville, KY — Today, Charles Booker, frontrunner for the Democratic nomination to the U.S. Senate, announced the first wave of candidates from across Kentucky who took a pledge to lead as Champions for Working People. By signing the pledge, candidates affirmed that, if elected, they will center the needs of working Kentuckians while in public office.
The Champions for Working People include:
- Megan Wingfield, US House KY-02
- William Compton, US House KY-02
- Erin Petrey, US House KY-06
- Michael McVicker, KY State House District 3
- Cassie Lyles, KY State House District 30
- Mitra Subedi, KY State House District 30
- Robert LeVertis Bell, KY State House District 43
- Joi McAtee, KY State House District 43
- Amy Amin, KY State House District 68
- Rebekah Skaggs, KY State House District 97
- Aprile Hearn, Louisville Metro Council District 5
- Jonah Cline, Danville City Commission
- Shameka Parrish-Wright, Mayor of Louisville
“For too long our political and economic systems have put the wealthiest first, while working people are left to struggle and wonder whether anyone will put them first,” said Charles Booker. “The Champions for Working People is a group of candidates dedicated to changing the status quo and building a Kentucky where work is valued, communities are protected and every person has a fair shot at a good life. We cannot solve the crises we face alone, but together, we can and will center working people in our campaigns, our politics, and in elected office.”
Champions for Working People pledged to work towards ensuring:
- Every worker earns a true living wage and can support their family with dignity
- Every person has high quality healthcare, no matter their income or employment status
- Workers have the freedom to organize and build collective power
- Our communities are protected from environmental harm and corporate abuse
- Our democracy is accessible, transparent, and accountable to the people
Candidate submissions are ongoing, and more announcements will be released soon. All candidates who would like to take the pledge and be recognized as a Champion for Working People can email [email protected] for more information.
Kentucky voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 19 to cast their ballots in the primary election.