Will Jackson County 'Feel The Bern' For Activist Justice Horn?!?

Credit where it's earned and confirmation that TKC was right to label the young local political upstart a "rising star" amongst progressives . . .

KANSAS CITY ACTIVIST JUSTICE HORN GARNERED AN ENDORSEMENT FROM BERNIE SANDERS IN HIS BID TO EARN A SPOT ON THE JACKSON COUNTY LEGISLATURE!!!

Here's the presser for everybody who wants to take a peek at the direction of 12th & Oak . . .  

Bernie Sanders Endorses Justice Horn in Jackson County At-Large Race

KANSAS CITY, MO. (May 15, 2026) – Today, Justice Horn, candidate for the Jackson County Legislature 1st District At Large, proudly announced the endorsement of United States Senator Bernie Sanders, the national leader of the progressive movement and one of the country’s most influential champions for working people, economic justice, and grassroots democracy. 

The endorsement represents a major moment in the race for Jackson County Legislature and further solidifies Horn as the progressive candidate in the contest. 

“This campaign wasn’t built by PACs, insiders, or the political establishment. It was built by working people. We’ve knocked thousands of doors across all 18 cities in Jackson County because we believe we should work for working people—not the wealthy and well connected. That’s why Senator Bernie Sanders’ endorsement means so much. We are the progressive campaign in this race—we are fighting for public transit, jobs, affordable housing, and a government that puts people first.” (Justice Horn)

Horn’s campaign centers on bold progressive policies aimed at transforming Jackson County and improving the lives of residents across all 18 cities in the county. His platform includes creating a countywide public transit system, establishing a guaranteed jobs program, banning future data centers countywide to protect communities and infrastructure, and building transit corridors that will spur affordable housing and sustainable economic development. 

The endorsement from Bernie places Horn among a small select group of candidates nationwide recognized for their commitment to authentic progressive leadership, grassroots organizing, and people first governance.

Background: Justice Horn is a Gen Z public servant, activist, and candidate for the Jackson County Legislature At Large. He has built his career fighting for equity, accountability, and opportunity across Kansas City and Jackson County. 
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