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Kyle Little
Kyle Little (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent New Jersey's 12th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Little completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Elections
2026
See also: New Jersey's 12th Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House New Jersey District 12
Incumbent Bonnie Watson Coleman and Kyle Little are running in the general election for U.S. House New Jersey District 12 on November 3, 2026.
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Darius Mayfield (R)
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Kyle Little completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Little's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- A Fighter Against Fascism I believe the Democratic Party is missing one crucial element right now — the willingness to fight back against fascism of MAGA Republicans, with strength and clarity. I will be that fighter, ready to stand up against extremism and defend our democracy.
- Stronger Voices, Stronger Messaging We need more leaders who can clearly and fearlessly communicate our values. I will bring bold, unapologetic messaging that inspires people, counters misinformation, and builds trust in the Democratic Party. We also need younger, more passionate voices. Right now, 31 Democrats in the House of Representatives are over 75 years old. The Party needs fresh energy and perspective to help lift its approval rating, which currently sits at just 27%.
- Breaking Barriers for Justice and Equality As a 36-year-old openly gay African American man, small business owner, and college professor, I know what it means to work hard and fight for fairness. If elected, I will make history as the first Black openly gay man to serve in Congress from New Jersey — and I will use that platform to champion justice, equality, and opportunity for all Americans.
I am committed to strengthening our education system and ensuring that students learn the full, unfiltered truth about American history. Understanding our past is essential to building a better future.
Women’s Reproductive Rights and Maternal Health
I am deeply passionate about protecting women’s reproductive rights, with a special focus on addressing the alarming maternal mortality rate among Black women in New Jersey, who die during childbirth at seven times the rate of white women.
LGBTQIA+ Rights
By fighting for them, and for all the people of my district — I hope to leave behind a legacy rooted in righteousness, service, and the unwavering belief that leadership means putting people first.
For me, the moment felt even more surreal because it came just a few weeks after the tragic death of R&B singer Aaliyah in a plane crash. Experiencing those two events so close together at a young age left a lasting impression on me about the fragility of life and the way sudden tragedy can unite people in grief.
It also inspired me to get involved in organizations, serve my community, and embrace the leadership qualities I had within me. Hill Harper’s words reminded me that our paths are shaped by the values we choose to live by — and they helped shape mine.
The divorce was difficult, especially as a child. I had to split my time between two homes, navigating birthdays and holidays in a way that often made me feel like a piece being passed back and forth. There were times I felt caught in the middle, but I was fortunate to have the unwavering love and support of both my parents.
I built that studio entirely on my own, with no outside help, after working in numerous gyms across the state of New Jersey. Today, Isolation Fitness has grown to two physical locations. Even now, it’s still a little surreal to drive by and see my name and logo on the front of those stores — a constant reminder of hard work paying off.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
