

Gabbard says, "For a small campaign like ours without a big-dollar donor network and a campaign that refuses PAC contributions, we knew that we had to rely fully on the power of the people, and we've been blown away."



Candidates can also reach the stage by receiving 1% support in three reputable national or early nominating state polls.



Gabbard is among at least 18 Democrats vying for the 2020 nomination.