Events Calendar
Getting Elected Officials to Act
Did you know that American Promise just facilitated more than 75 virtual meetings with federal elected officials and staff on Capitol Hill? Do you want to learn what it takes to become an effective citizen lobbyist? Do you want to use your love of connecting with people to work on behalf of the 28th Amendment?…
American Promise In-Depth with Gov. Deval Patrick
Lawmakers, newsmakers and influencers sit down for in-depth interviews with American Promise staff and supporters. AP In-Depth is a regular deep dive into the 28th Amendment, featuring those on the front lines of the fight to get big money out of our elections. Join us Live on Facebook for this event! Visit www.facebook.com/ouramericanpromise to follow…
Writing Letters to the Editor for Action Team Call
Seeing your name in print is thrilling. Seeing your name in print advocating for an issue you are passionate about and one that is supported by a majority of Americans is uplifting and empowering. This training combines your love of writing with the power of the pen and press. Your writing can be featured…
Social Media for Action Team Call
Put some purpose behind your social media posts by learning how these channels can let more people know about American Promise and how they can help advocate for the 28th Amendment. Get tips on reaching a broader audience and sharing that message through Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and email. The Social Media for Action Team…
American Promise In-Depth:
Conversation with U.S. Senator Angus King (Ind-Maine)
For several years, Maine has been united in calling on Congress to pass a Constitutional Amendment to curb the ugly domination outside money has in our elections. It is time to hear from Mainers, and let Mainers decide. Now, the Constitutional Amendment has been introduced in the U.S. Senate, and Senator King is helping…
Friend Banking for Action Team Call
Like lots of activities, democracy reform is better with friends, and American Promise’s Friend Banking for Reform training is no different. This training teaches you the tips and shares with you the skills that will turn something you already love — talking, texting, emailing with your friends, family and colleagues — into an activity that…
For Our Freedom: A Constitutional Amendment to Battle Corruption
Foreign government interference in our elections is a threat to our republic and national security. Unlimited and unchecked spending in campaigns by corporations, special interest groups and wealthy donors silences the voices of the Maine people. Join us for a special policy briefing to learn more about the constitutional amendment portion of the Maine Ballot…
American Promise Connect
Our monthly meeting where we bring American Promise to YOU. Each month, viewers will receive campaign updates from senior American Promise staff, shared strategies and success stories from our American Promise chapter leaders and volunteers, and we will take questions on our Constitutional Amendment and our national campaign efforts from Americans across the nation. In addition, each…
Big Money and Free Speech
American Promise President Jeff Clements and Senior Legal Counsel Brian Boyle join a panel with people from across the political spectrum in order to discuss getting big money out of politics. Presented by Cornell Law School and the Institute of Politics and Global Affairs this event is open to all virtually, through Zoom. For more information…
Academy of States 2 (AoS2)
Join us for this FREE and impactful upcoming event! American Promise Board Member Jim Rubens and Founder Jeff Clements will be at the ALEC (American Legislative Exchange Council) conference in San Diego, California for the “Academy of States 2” discussion and deliberation about constitutional amendments addressing fiscal responsibility, campaign finance, and Congressional term limits. This…
American Promise Advocacy Training Holiday Soirée
It’s our end-of-the-year bash! Join the five advocacy team leaders as we recap the year that was, look ahead to 2022, and also have some holiday fun. Remember to tell all of your friends & family to sign the Citizen’s Pledge today!
American Promise Connect
Join us Monday, December 6th for the last American Promise Connect call of 2021. This month American Promise Connect will feature John F. Kowal and Wilfred U. Codrington III, co-authors of the book "The People’s Constitution: 200 Years, 27 Amendments, and the Promise of a More Perfect Union," which includes insight on American Promise and…
Citizen Lobby for Action Team Event
To help assist us in Getting Our Elected Officials to Act, we will be joined by Damon Effingham, former Sr. Legislative Counsel to Rep. Dean Phillips and current Director of Federal Reform for Represent.US. Damon will share the inner workings of a legislative office as well as techniques and experience in advocating on a state…
Protect Maine Elections Kick-off Call
Join American Promise and Protect Maine Elections in a telephone town hall to get rid of the unlimited campaign spending in Maine and across the United States with U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, Maine Sen. Rick Bennett, and Campaign Manager Kyle Bailey. Tune in Tuesday, December 14th from 6-7 PM ET to learn more about the…
Writing Letters to the Editor for Action Team Call
Seeing your name in print is thrilling. Seeing your name in print advocating for an issue you are passionate about and one that is supported by a majority of Americans is uplifting and empowering. This training combines your love of writing with the power of the pen and press. Your writing can be featured…
POSTPONED: American Promise Connect
This month's meeting has been postponed until April 20th with Congressman Jamie Raskin. Our monthly meeting where we bring American Promise to YOU. Each month, viewers will receive campaign updates from senior American Promise staff, shared strategies and success stories from our American Promise chapter leaders and volunteers, and we will take questions on our…
Getting Elected Officials to Act Team Call
We have many tools to use to get the attention of our elected officials on every level. Our March 10th meeting will be focusing on local resolutions. City councils and county boards are the first level in our democratic process. The members are often easier to meet with. Passing a local resolution in support of…
Writing Letters to the Editor for Action Team Call
Seeing your name in print is thrilling. Seeing your name in print advocating for an issue you are passionate about and one that is supported by a majority of Americans is uplifting and empowering. This training combines your love of writing with the power of the pen and press. Your writing can be featured…
Small Acts, Big Impacts: The transformational power of women working together.
Join us for the 2022 Mormon Women for Ethical Government Conference for an exploration into how small acts can have big impacts. Attend the full in-person event or the virtual portion of the conference. Student tickets are also available. For more information please visit: https://www.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/conference
Is Corporate Political Spending Bad for Business? With the Honorable Leo E. Strine, Jr. & Professor Dorothy Lund
Register for the event here. A conversation with Hon. Leo E. Strine, Jr., former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Delaware, of counsel at the law firm of Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz and the Michael L. Wachter Distinguished Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania’s Carey Law School, and Dorothy S. Lund, Associate Professor…