Sue Altman, a progressive activist and community organizer, is running in New Jersey's 7th Congressional district. Altman grew up in Union County, NJ, and has spent the last decade fighting for social and economic justice in the Garden State.
Altman played college basketball at Columbia University and professional basketball abroad. She also earned two graduate degrees from Oxford University -- in international policy and business.
Altman returned home and became a teacher and basketball coach, leading two teams to state championships. She later became executive director of New Jersey Working Families Alliance, a non-profit organization focused primarily on combating political corruption in Trenton. In that capacity, Altman led successful campaigns to raise the minimum wage, guarantee paid sick leave, and make college more affordable. Her grassroots approach and ability to build diverse coalitions have earned her a loyal following among progressives.