canvassing

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The left-wing organization, which has about 5,000 members, is known for running strong ground game campaigns that include canvassing, door-knocking and phone banking.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Eralp said she is modeling her campaign, with its focus on door-to-door canvassing, on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Sandra Ramirez, 63, smiles and cuts a friendly figure as she dances, waves flags, and gives speeches canvassing for votes in Bogota.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

And last Tuesday, former Vice-President Kamala Harris visited campaign workers at a canvassing event.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

“I think they go canvassing and also help set up for the teas and fund-raising banquets that the League puts on,” Suesetta says.

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson