Certainly! Here’s a comprehensive set of ideas that could be included in the Democratic Party’s “Project 2029” to build a progressive and impactful agenda for the 2028 presidential run:
### 1. Strengthening Social Safety Nets
– Expand federal paid parental and family leave beyond the current 12 weeks to encourage broader participation.
– Implement universal childcare subsidies to make quality childcare accessible and affordable for all families.
– Increase federal funding for affordable housing initiatives, including rent subsidies and living wages to combat homelessness.
### 2. Healthcare Reform
– Push for the adoption of single-payer healthcare (Medicare for All) to guarantee comprehensive coverage for every American.
– Strengthen the ACA and Medicaid by expanding eligibility and ensuring affordable options, especially in rural and underserved areas.
– Lower prescription drug prices through negotiation powers and cap caps on out-of-pocket costs.
### 3. Climate Action and Sustainability
– Commit to bold climate legislation including a transition to 100% clean energy by 2035.
– Invest heavily in renewable energy infrastructure, jobs, and green technology innovation.
– Implement policies to help communities adapt to climate change, especially vulnerable populations.
### 4. Economic Equality & Workers’ Rights
– Push for higher minimum wages nationally, aiming for a living wage.
– Strengthen worker protections, including support for unionization and labor rights.
– Expand the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit to lift working families out of poverty.
### 5. Education and Workforce Development
– Make public college and vocational training tuition-free or heavily subsidized.
– Expand access to higher education grants and student loan forgiveness programs.
– Promote lifelong learning programs and skills training for emerging industries.
### 6. Electoral and Political Reforms
– Dismantle gerrymandering and push for expanding voting rights, including automatic voter registration.
– Advocate for D.C. and Puerto Rico to become full voting states, giving residents full representation.
– Protect voting rights from suppression efforts at the federal level.
### 7. Modernizing Infrastructure
– Invest in broadband expansion for rural and underserved urban areas.
– Upgrade transportation infrastructure, including high-speed rail and public transit.
– Modernize water and energy grids to be resilient and sustainable.
### 8. Technology and Science
– Reinstate and increase funding for scientific research and federal grants to boost innovation.
– Establish policies for responsible development of emerging technologies like AI and biotech.
– Create a dedicated office for technological and scientific research at the federal level.
### 9. Immigration and Diversity
– Push for comprehensive immigration reform with pathways to citizenship.
– Protect and expand DACA and other protections for undocumented immigrants.
– Promote policies that support integration, diversity, and inclusion.
### 10. Statehood and Representation
– Actively campaign for D.C. and Puerto Rico to achieve statehood, ensuring full Congressional representation.
– Reform the Electoral College to make elections more democratic.
### 11. Innovative Ideas
– Explore a national standard for a four-day workweek to improve quality of life and productivity.
– Implement progressive tax reforms focusing on wealth redistribution.
– Develop a robust mental health support system, expanding access to services nationwide.
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