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10/29/2024

One PA is working to persuade and turn out Black voters in a must-win state. Here's a closer look at its work—and why donors should support this grassroots group with last-minute donations.

To carry this year’s most important swing state, Kamala Harris needs to catalyze high Black voter turnout and win these voters overwhelmingly. She has a powerful ally in this grassroots group.

10/28/2024

For anyone still not tapped out: some last-minute donation options, with a focus on bolstering Harris with key constituencies.

Harris has a clear path to victory by improving her vote share with different groups of the electorate. Here’s how donors can target their last-minute contributions for maximum impact.

10/16/2024

If Harris doesn't improve her standing among working-class voters, she's likely to lose the election. I spotlight an organizing group working on this challenge that donors can still support with last-minute funding.

To win key battleground states, Harris needs to increase her support among working-class voters—at least matching Biden's 2020 performance. A top voter engagement group is on the case.

10/11/2024

No Democratic presidential candidate has won white women since 1964. But Biden came close in 2020, and if Harris improves on that performance, she'll win the election. Galvanize Action is working to make that happen.

Harris is not where she needs to be with white women, who are the single largest slice of the electorate and make up close to half of all voters in the Blue Wall states. This group is working to close the gap.

10/10/2024

Small donors have more power in politics than ever before. The reasons include very close elections, where money can make a bigger difference, and better options for donors to have an impact.

Small donors have more power in politics than ever before. The reasons include very close elections, where money can make a bigger difference, and better options for donors to have impact.

10/09/2024

Polls show that Harris is still lagging with 18-29-year-olds, who Biden won by 25 points in 2020. Donors can help here by supporting a key hub for youth organizing.

Harris will struggle to win without strong youth turnout and a high vote share among this group. But that's not a given. Backing a crucial national hub for youth electoral work is one way that donors can help.

10/09/2024

Polls show that Harris is struggling to match Biden's 2020 margins in rural and working-class areas and also lock down key Democratic constituencies, including Blacks and Latinos. I look at voting groups focusing on these challenges.

Polls show that Harris is still struggling to compete in rural and working-class areas, and also lock down key Democratic constituencies, including Blacks and Latinos. Here's where donors can give.

10/03/2024

Democrats urgently need to flip the House and have a good chance to do so. But it's not a given, which is why donors should support GOTV work in key districts. Here's how to do that.

Republican Speaker Mike Johnson could take a number of steps to sabotage certification of a Harris victory on January 6. That's why donors should prioritze supporting groups working to flip the House.

10/03/2024

Young voters helped Biden win Georgia in 2020. To make that happen again, Blue Tent recommends donating to the Georgia Youth Justice Coalition, the top youth electoral group in the state.

Voter turnout will likely decide the outcome in Georgia and, more specifically, whether low-propensity Democratic voters cast ballots. No group may matter more in this regard than young people. 

10/02/2024

Even as the Harris-Walz Campaign raises record sums of money, critical pieces of the Democratic ground game remain dangerously underfunded, according to a Blue Tent analysis.

10/02/2024

Small donors have more power in politics than ever before. The reasons include very close elections, where money can make a bigger difference, and better options for donors to have an impact.

Small donors have more power in politics than ever before. The reasons include very close elections, where money can make a bigger difference, and better options for donors to have impact.

10/01/2024

Democrats are struggling with key demographic groups in Arizona, Georgia, and North Carolina, according to polls. But electoral organizers have plans to win. Here's a closer look.

Democrats are struggling with key demographic groups in Arizona, Georgia, and North Carolina according to polls. But electoral organizers in these states have plans to win. Here's a closer look.

10/01/2024

The Rural Democracy Initiative is at the forefront of a historic push to help Democrats win in rural areas. Here's what it's doing—and how donors can help.

If Democrats can cut into Trump's huge margins in rural America by just a few points, it could be enough to decide the election. The Rural Democracy Initiative is at the forefront of a push to do just that.

09/30/2024

Thanks to class realignment, affluent Americans are now more likely to be Democrats. Yet most don't make political donations or give as much as they can.

Democrats are now more affluent than Republicans on average, an advantage that can help offset how the Constitution gives undue power to rural voters—if we use it.

09/23/2024

Young voters helped Biden win Georgia in 2020. To make that happen again, Blue Tent recommends donating to the Georgia Youth Justice Coalition, the top youth electoral group in the state.

Voter turnout will likely decide the outcome in Georgia and, more specifically, whether low-propensity Democratic voters cast ballots. No group may matter more in this regard than young people. 

09/21/2024

Polls show that Harris is still lagging with 18-29-year-olds, who Biden won by 25 points in 2020. Donors can help here by supporting a key hub for youth organizing.

Harris will struggle to win without strong youth turnout and a high vote share among this group. But that's not a given. Backing a crucial national hub for youth electoral work is one way that donors can help.

09/20/2024

If you dig into polls, it's easy to see where Harris urgently needs to improve her performance, including with young people and Latinos. Donors have good options to help her with these groups—if they know where to look.

Harris has made gains in the past week since her debate with Trump. But make no mistake: she still has deep vulnerabilities as a candidate. Polls show where more funding for voter outreach is urgently needed.

09/20/2024

After the 2020 election, many felt frustrated and unsure about how their donations could make the most impact. That’s why David Callahan founded Blue Tent—to help people direct their support where it truly matters.
This clip is from a recent podcast interview with Freedom Over Fascism, where David was interviewed by Dr. Stephanie Ge**er Wilson. He shares his vision for empowering grassroots efforts and creating real change.

To listen to the podcast interview in entirety, https://buff.ly/3MRyQcn

09/19/2024

My thoughts on a question on the minds of a lot of Democrats right now.

Many of us could give more to help Democrats win this election. But should we? How do you know if you're giving the right amount? Here's a way to think about these questions.

09/11/2024

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost and the heroes who emerged on September 11, 2001.
As we reflect on the courage, resilience, and unity shown in the face of tragedy, let us continue to work towards a future where empathy, strength, and community lead the way.

09/11/2024

09/10/2024

With 2024 elections fast approaching, Democrats face a serious challenge: a critically underfunded ground game.

Read more here: https://buff.ly/3MLR3YN

How did we get here, and what can be done to mobilize support at the grassroots level?
Blue Tent's latest blog dives into the urgent need for stronger financial backing in key areas.

08/22/2024

Youth Leadership in Action!
Across key battleground states, a powerful national network is backing youth organizing efforts to ensure every voice is heard in the fight for democracy. These young leaders are driving change at the grassroots level, and their impact is being felt nationwide.

Learn more about how this movement is shaping the future of our democracy.
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08/19/2024

It’s Official—The Democratic Convention Has Begun!

As the Democratic Convention kicks off, now is the time to stand with candidates who will fight for a better tomorrow.
Support Blue Tent’s Top Recommendations and help ensure that our progressive voices are heard in 2024. Make your donation today!

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