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We believe democracy works best when people are informed, engaged, and connected. That’s why we focus on building strong communication channels, backing accountability efforts, and giving people tools they can actually use. Whether it’s supporting candidates with real integrity, investing in new media, or creating space for civic action, our goal is to strengthen democracy from the ground up—and lift up the leaders and movements shaping its future.
We engage a dedicated audience of politically active individuals who are committed to strengthening democracy—through smart fundraising, timely civic education, and community training and engagement
Guests & Speakers
Our guests include some of the top thinkers in the country.
Governor of Michigan, lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator.
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Gretchen Whitmer
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Nancy Pelosi
The 52nd Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, serving from 2007 to 2011 and again from 2019 to 2023
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Simon Rosenberg
Political strategist and founder of New Democrat Network and the New Policy Institute.
What We Do
Agenda4Democracy connects people to bold ideas, civic action, and the leaders building democracy’s future. From thought-provoking salons to 60-second civic boosts, our initiatives meet people where they are—and help them move democracy forward.
Salon Series: Real conversations with the people shaping our democracy.
Since 2020, our online Salon Series has featured journalists, whistleblowers, election defenders, and civic visionaries. We spotlight truth-tellers and changemakers—so our community stays informed, engaged, and ready to act. Past guests include: John Dean, Marc Elias, Larry Diamond, the Washington Post Fact Checkers, and more.
Strategic Fundraising: We raise money where it matters.
Since 2017, A4D has raised millions to support democracy defenders up and down the ballot. We focus on candidates and causes that lead with integrity, courage, and vision. In today’s political landscape, some fundraising operations capitalize on Democratic urgency and donor enthusiasm by pouring money into races that are emotionally compelling but strategically unwinnable.
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Our Story
A4D began in 2017 as a small group committed to strengthening democracy at every level. Since then, we've grown into a network of organizers, donors, and everyday people who believe that civic action still matters—and that democracy is worth fighting for.
Michelle Pettigrew-Kaplan
Brings 25 years of experience raising funds and producing large and small-scale events for businesses, educational institutions, scientific initiatives, and political campaigns to A4D. Her original investigative work has sparked stories in The New York Times, The New Yorker, The Washington Post, and The Los Angeles Times.
Susie Roos
Partner at VC firm, recovering attorney, active political junkie/ fundraiser and determined to save our democracy by supporting candidates that uphold our values, and backing initiatives that form the foundation of our democracy.
A4D is an organization of volunteers and does not raise money for itself. We support both 501(c)(3) and (c)(4) organizations, and political campaigns. We’re transparent about where funds go and which donations are tax-deductible.
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Join Us
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