Evangelicals Mobilizing for Political Office in North Carolina

The American Renewal Project's Mission

• 🎯 The American Renewal Project, led by David Lane, aims to recruit 500 pastors, spiritual leaders, and churchgoers in North Carolina to run for political office in 2026 and 2028.
• 💡 The initiative views political engagement as a spiritual endeavor, with political outcomes as a byproduct.

Past Successes and Future Goals

• 📈 In the previous election cycle, the project successfully recruited 50 candidates, with 25 winning primaries and 10 securing general election victories.
• 🚀 The goal is to mobilize the congregation to run for positions ranging from school boards to city councils and even Congress.

Motivation for Political Involvement

• 🗣️ The movement emphasizes the importance of faith leaders and church members participating in the political process to ensure their values are represented in legislation.
• 🇺🇸 There's a stated desire to see "the living God move into the public square of America."

Broader Political Landscape

• 🗺️ The 2026 midterm elections are anticipated to be highly competitive, with several states, including Missouri, Texas, Indiana, and Florida, implementing redistricting measures that could benefit the GOP.
• ⚖️ Conversely, Democrats are pursuing redistricting in states like California, Maryland, and New York.

The Long Road Ahead

• ⛰️ North Carolina Congressman Pat Harrian acknowledges that significant progress is being made, but emphasizes that the work to undo what he perceives as negative societal changes will take a lifetime.
• ✅ Despite the long-term nature of the task, members of this movement believe the effort is worthwhile and that now is the crucial time to begin.