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A Vision for Democracy and Progress

Project 2029

America stands at a crossroads. On one side, there’s Project 2025—a blueprint that threatens the foundations of our democracy, dismantles our institutions, and leaves everyday people behind. On the other, there’s an opportunity: a chance to rebuild trust, protect our future, and deliver a government that works for all of us, not just a few. 

Introducing Project 2029

Youth Save Democracy is stepping up to fill the void. We’re not just reacting—we’re leading. Project 2029 is our call to action: a plan to safeguard democracy, strengthen our institutions, and tackle the issues that keep young people—and all Americans—up at night. This isn’t about playing defense. It’s about building a future we can believe in. Here’s how we do it.

Part 1: Defending and Rebuilding Democracy

Democracy isn’t a given—it’s a promise we have to keep. Project 2029 starts by protecting the systems that make America work and fixing what’s broken.

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  1. Secure Voting Rights for All

    • Push for a restored and expanded John Lewis Voting Rights Act to stop voter suppression in its tracks—automatic voter registration, same-day registration, and an end to gerrymandering.

    • Make Election Day a national holiday and guarantee no one waits hours to cast a ballot.

    • Ban dark money in politics with full transparency on campaign funding—because democracy shouldn’t be for sale.

  2. Reform the Supreme Court

    • Expand the Supreme Court to reflect today’s America and counter decades of partisan overreach.

    • Set term limits for justices—18 years is enough—to keep the court accountable and dynamic.

    • Enforce a binding code of ethics. No more shadowy conflicts of interest or unchecked power.

  3. Strengthen Checks and Balances

    • Protect the independence of the Justice Department and federal agencies from political interference.

    • Close loopholes in presidential pardon power and codify accountability for abuses of office.

    • Empower Congress with the tools to oversee the executive branch—no more dodging subpoenas or hiding records.

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These reforms aren’t radical—they’re common sense. They’re about making sure every voice counts and no one’s above the law. That’s the democracy the American people deserve.

Part 2: A Policy Agenda for the People

Defending democracy is step one. Step two is proving it delivers. Project 2029 pairs structural change with bold ideas to tackle the real-life struggles of young voters and families—healthcare, education, housing, jobs, and the cost of living. This is how we bring people back to the table.

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  1. Healthcare That Works

    • A public option for Medicare—affordable, accessible coverage for anyone who wants it, no questions asked.

    • Cap prescription drug prices and let Medicare negotiate directly with Big Pharma. Insulin shouldn’t cost more than a week’s groceries.

    • Expand mental health services with funding for counselors in every school and community—because your well-being matters.

  2. Education That Opens Doors

    • Free community college and trade school for all—no debt, just opportunity.

    • Cancel student debt up to $50,000 per borrower and cap repayment at 5% of income. Young people shouldn’t drown in loans for wanting a better life.

    • Advocate for nationwide universal Pre-K to enhance early childhood education.

    • Fully fund public schools and pay teachers what they’re worth—education isn’t a luxury, it’s a right.

  3. Housing You Can Afford

    • Build 10 million affordable homes over the next decade with federal grants and tax credits for developers who prioritize low- and middle-income families.

    • Offer first-time homebuyer grants—$25,000 for young families to get a foot in the door.

  4. Jobs That Pay and a Thriving Economy

    • Raise the federal minimum wage to $20 an hour, indexed to inflation—work should lift you up, not trap you.

    • Launch a Green Jobs Corps: millions of well-paying jobs in clean energy, infrastructure, and tech, with a focus on training young workers.

    • Tax breaks for small businesses and startups, not just Wall Street giants—because innovation starts at home.

    • Simplify the tax code to benefit startups and small enterprises.

    • Expand federal funding for vocational training programs in emerging industries such as renewable energy, technology, and healthcare.

    • Partner with tech companies to create apprenticeships that prepare the workforce for the future economy.

  5. Tackling the Cost of Living

    • Universal childcare—$10 a day max—so parents can work without breaking the bank.

    • Slash grocery and gas prices by breaking up monopolies and boosting local production.

    • Rein in corporate greed with a windfall profits tax—companies raking in billions shouldn’t dodge their fair share.

Why This Matters—and Why Now

Young people are tired of empty promises. Project 2029 isn’t about tweaking the edges—it’s about big, tangible change that meets the moment. It’s about a government that protects your vote, your paycheck, and your future.

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The right has Project 2025: a top-down plan to consolidate power and roll back progress. We have Project 2029: a bottom-up vision to expand opportunity and rebuild trust. They’re betting on division. We’re betting on us—on young people, workers, families, and communities ready to take the lead.

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Youth Save Democracy isn’t just drafting a plan—we’re mobilizing. Over the next four years, we’ll:

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  • Host town halls across the country to hear what you need and refine this vision.

  • Build a coalition of organizers, advocates, and everyday people to push these ideas into action.

  • Support leaders who back Project 2029 and challenge those who don’t.​

By 2029, we’ll have a blueprint—and a movement—to win elections and transform America. This is our charge. Let’s get to work.

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