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Democrat
Laura Dunn
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in New York
NY-12 Democratic nominee?
$1.0M
JUN 24, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Live Odds — NY-12 Democratic nominee?
Current prediction-market probability for the candidate, updated as market prices change.
0.1%chance to win
$1.0MJUN 24, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleAttorney (civil/victims’ rights)
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationNew York
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BackgroundAttorney (civil/victims’ rights)
EducationUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison — B.A. in Psychology & Legal Studies (2007)
Notable personal detailsLaura L. Dunn is a civil and victims’ rights attorney and Democratic candidate for U.S. House in New York’s 12th Congressional District. She has worked on federal policy related to campus sexual violence, including contributions to Title IX guidance and the Violence Against Women Act reauthorization and related regulations. Dunn founded SurvJustice, a survivor-led nonprofit providing legal representation to survivors in campus proceedings, and has been recognized as a TED Fellow. She has also worked as a public school teacher and has taught as an adjunct law professor.
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Political Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
The candidate emphasizes that healthcare, housing, and taxes are burdening the working class and highlights growing wealth inequality while presenting herself as a middle-class candidate. Public materials identify her priorities on affordability and economic stress but do not provide clear proposals for raising taxes on high earners or for specific tax-cutting measures.
Healthcare
The candidate supports universal healthcare and frames healthcare as a human right, calling for universal coverage as part of her affordability platform.
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Immigration & Border
Supports major reforms to U.S. immigration enforcement and asylum systems, including curbing Customs and Border Protection’s jurisdiction, reforming ICE, and approaching immigration policy from a human-rights framework; has worked previously on pathways to citizenship.
Climate & Energy
No detailed climate or energy policy proposals are presented in available campaign materials; the campaign states that protecting the environment is “non‑negotiable” and lists “Environmental Responsibility” as part of its platform without specifying measures. Public filings confirm Laura L. Dunn is a Democratic candidate for New York’s 12th Congressional District.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports federal action to prevent gun violence and strengthen accountability, with a focus on gun violence prevention and campus safety. Advocates for enforceable federal solutions to protect communities and listen to survivors while addressing gun violence as a policy priority.
Latest News
AINews Summary
Last updatedSep 2, 2026
Laura Dunn is running in the crowded Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District, where the race to replace Jerry Nadler has drawn heavy outside spending. The campaign has also centered on AI policy, digital literacy, broadband, and worker protections, with candidates taking clear positions on how to regulate artificial intelligence. The latest coverage does not report a final result for Dunn, so her current status in the race is still unclear.
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Articles
ANAM New York3 months ago
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RSRolling Stone5 months ago
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ANAM New York3 months ago
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TNThe New York Times3 months ago
What to Watch For in the NY Primary: Key Races and Why They Matter
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Latest Polls
Recent polling results and the candidate's current average in the race.
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Campaign Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Campaign finance totals from the latest available reporting period.
Total raisedCash on hand
$211.4K
$158.6K
$105.7K
$52.9K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$211.4K
$45.7K
$170.0K
$9.4K
Source: FEC
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