Poll Worker Investment Act: Poll workers are increasingly older and new ones are difficult to recruit. The Poll Worker Investment Act would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to serve as precinct officials under the supervision of adults. It’s an investment in the future of our democracy.
Don’t repeat your opponent’s frame: A political debate is usually won by the side with the better frame. So, it is frustrating when progressives accept an opponent’s message frame without challenge—but it happens all the time. For more, see the latest IdeaLog, our blog intended to raise eyebrows and engage minds.
Voters say the American Dream is dead. Why? This episode of the NPR Politics Podcast addresses Americans’ deep frustration with the economy and their perception that government will not make their lives better.
Get the Flock Out: Automatic license plate reader (ALPR) companies like Flock are not for simple law enforcement. It’s a system for mass surveillance explains the ACLU. Cities, counties and states should cancel their contracts with Flock.
What you can do about AI: In 2026, there were at least 1507 bills introduced in state legislatures addressing AI, according to a database published by the National Conference of State Legislatures. States and localities have been talking about policy options, it’s now time to act.
2026 Voicing Our Values—A message guide for policymakers: The current edition of our message guide can be downloaded as a PDF from our website for free or purchased as a paperback or an ebook from Amazon. You need this book now!