Attended my local OFA (organizing for action) group, chaired by the head of the local democratic club. 3x city council members were there, as were a couple folks from the board of education.
Oh... And I actually chimed in at the end re: the last speaker's talk, which involved mental health, and got no less than five "Are you going to run for office?" XD
Oh, and a "Hey, want to come canvassing with us?" and a "You should totally sign up for this fellowship!" from the head of the group. XD
Guess talking about empathy is a thing! XD