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James Shelton's avatar

To Beat Trump and Win House and Senate 2023 Must be a Build Infrastructure Year

As Democrats, we spend far too much money and effort in the roller coaster, boom-and-bust cycle close to elections. And too much on prominent marquee campaigns while other efforts starve. Republicans have for years invested for the long term. We must so the same, and more so.

I see 4 major infrastructure arenas we should invest in, that starve and atrophy during the off-year. For Dem State Party support I see a strong best bet for support - SPAN. For the others there are many excellent opportunities and just providing some of my favorites.

1) State Democratic Parties - SPAN (State Party Advancement Network) is very well connected with state parties in key states. They leverage economies of scale by offering key technical support for multiple states.They take no money themselves, but are great at strategic direction and will advise you.

2) Anti MAGA Propaganda. Favorites: For hands-on where you can amplify key messages yourself - DemCast. For contributions to active, strategic messaging to key voters - Courier Newsroom

3) On-the-ground grassroots groups. There are probably hundreds across the country. Movement Voter Project does provide a good window on many, but to be most effective you should drill down to assess. The ones 31st Street Swing Left have selected are on our website. One organization that supports many and some other fine efforts is Rural Development Initiatives.

4) Voter Registration, especially youth. Again numerous active organizations. Favorites: Students Learn Students Vote, You Can Vote (NC Specific) and Civics Center. All 3 are (c)(3)s.

My reason for posting this is not particularly to push my favorites, but to encourage folks to invest in infrastructure.

We know Trump and his minions are such a huge threat. And investing now can make such a difference

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TCinLA's avatar

Reforming the Court is an excellent idea. Let's go elect 62 Democratic Senators, and do it.

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