Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Brian Romero, New York State Assembly District 34

Four years ago, we wrote up a profile on the candidate for this district. In 2022, that candidate was Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas. At that time, Brian Romero (he/him) was her chief of staff. This year, Jessica decided to run for New York Senate and won her primary in June, and at the same time, Brian ran for Jessica’s Assembly seat, likewise winning the Democratic primary in June.

Brian is a queer Colombian-American millennial and former social worker, psychotherapist, DEI consultant, and social justice activist. Brian has deep roots in his community and is uniquely attuned to the needs of the residents who will be his constituents. Brian’s campaign is held up by three pillars: making the rich pay their fair share, addressing affordability, and protecting our immigrant communities.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 59Andrew FSeptember 29, 2026latinx, latino, latine, Hispanic, gay, queer, #queer, LGBTQ, lgbtq, social justice, queens, ICE awareness, human trafficking, new legislationComment

Integra Pink Blends Political Activism With 'Mixtape Music'

Integra Pink is a Southern California-based band that specializes in delivering the unexpected. Whether that means playing with all different genres from punk to disco, or constantly raising the bar for immigration advocacy, they know exactly who they are as musicians and advocates. Their work with immigration rights organizations like CHIRLA is inspired and their music makes people believe in a more optimistic future.

zIssue 58.2, SWAC: InfluencerOlivia WeberJuly 6, 2026integra pink, olivia weber, Immigration, music, ICE awareness, california, punk, songwriting, bandComment