Today, the Millennial Action Project (MAP), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization for the nation’s leading young policymakers, kicked off its 3rd annual National Week of Action, an annual event to catalyze and amplify efforts to bridge political divides and foster meaningful collaboration.
Wide Range of Constituencies Applaud President Biden’s State of the Union Address
Over the next year, the Biden-Harris Administration will continue working to make communities safer, combat COVID, and create good-paying jobs through revitalized domestic manufacturing. A wide range of constituencies and community leaders championed the President’s remarks.
9 Democrats, 9 Republicans Introduce Legislation to Reduce Polarization and Support Community Bridgebuilding
On Feb. 25, nine Republicans and nine Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives introduced the Building Civic Bridges Act – bipartisan legislation to empower communities to tackle sources of division while assisting local civic and community organizations with ongoing efforts to address contentious issues and ultimately, bridge divides.
As Ukraine takes center stage in State of the Union, democracy reformers look at issues at home
When President Biden delivers his State of the Union address Tuesday night, he will undoubtedly speak at length about the crisis in Ukraine. Democracy reform advocates hope that subject will be a jumping-off point for a call to fix the American political system. Following is a collection of responses from reform leaders.
Redistricting in 2022: What Happened So Far?
As the 2022 midterm elections approach, officials across the country continue to work towards completing a new round of redistricting nationwide.
How a young Black legislator is inspiring inclusive policymaking
February is Black History Month — a time where we celebrate the accomplishments and triumphs of the Black community throughout American history. It is also a call to action, asking all Americans to be a part of the conversation about the pursuit of freedom and racial equity. These conversations can be challenging — as we know, in the United States, partisan and racial divides are complex.
#OurAmericanFabric: Black History Month
The Millennial generation is America’s most diverse generation. Each month, MAP will be inviting Millennial legislators from across the country to share their story! Through heritage months, cultural celebrations, and historic events, we will amplify the stories and voices of our generation of leaders. For our tenth episode, we sat down with Rep. Jeremy Gray,…
MASA Happy Hour
On Thursday, February 17, Millennial Action Project (MAP) hosted a Millennial Action Staff Association (MASA) Happy Hour. We gathered at Mission – Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. to enjoy some food and drink with attendees. This event was our first in-person MASA event since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and our first MASA event…
Pae to lead advisory council
Rep. Daniel Pae, R-Lawton, has been selected by the Millennial Action Project as one of two leaders of the bipartisan 2022 Criminal Justice Reform (CJR) Advisory Council.
Rep. Pae chosen for national criminal justice reform council
Daniel Pae has been chosen to be one of two leaders for a national criminal justice reform council.