Film Synopsis:

In “Running with My Girls,” viewers are invited into the heart of a community tired of being overlooked by local governments. Frustrated by the disregard for their interests, and inspired by their friend’s campaign, four courageous women –Dr. Lisa Calderón, Candi CdeBaca, Shayla Richard, and Veronica Barela – make the decision to run as a cohort. With only a fraction of the funds of their incumbent opponents, the women tirelessly knock on doors, make calls, and rely on each other to power their grassroots campaigns. Using an intimate and unfiltered style to tell each candidate’s story, filmmaker Rebekah Henderson honestly portrays the challenges faced by political outsiders, particularly women of color, while also revealing their tenacious commitment to justice and democracy.It is a story of resilience, community engagement, and the pursuit of a new kind of political power that transcends barriers.